Brass crimp bead covers, covered with a 3 micron thick gold plating (2 microns of 18 carat gold and 1 micron of 24 carat gold).
How to recognize the gold plated?
In France, the guarantee mark of the gold plated is not an obligation.
All the same if it is affixed it will be square with different inscriptions inside and often carries the initials of the manufacturer.
French legislation requires a plating thickness of 3 microns of gold to recognize the title of gold plated.
Find gold plated components and finishes to create quality DIY costume jewelry.
What is the 3 micron gold plated?
A gold plated jewel is made using a base metal alloy (depending on the object and its strength) for this ring, its brass covered with gold (between 14 and 16 carats)
on a layer of 3 microns minimum.
Have a look at our online tutorials to get inspiration. If you are a beginner, we give you tips and tricks to learn the basics of creating DIY costume jewelry.
Details :
Diameter of the closed cover: 3 mm
Width of the closed cover: 2.5 mm
Sold in bags of 5 pieces.
