At CONQUERing, we offer a variety of different metal types for our fidget jewelry. The two most popular metals we sell, however, are gold and silver jewelry.
We know that many people who buy jewelry are very particular about metal type (personally, I'm a silver jewelry wearer.) The metal type a person favors is deeply rooted in color theory. In fact, we have a blog post that explains how you can use color theory to determine which metal will look best on you.
This blog post is dedicated to all the gold jewelry wearers out there. We are constantly conducting research to ensure that we are offering high-quality fidget jewelry that won't break the bank. In this post, we will discuss:
- The five different types of gold jewelry
- Why it's important to know what type of gold is used in the jewelry you buy
- What type of gold jewelry you can expect from CONQUERing
Not All Gold Jewelry is Real and That's Not Always Bad
Through our research, we've identified five different types of gold jewelry—and not all are real gold.
This chart explains the five different types of gold jewelry, what processes are used in manufacturing, how durable and affordable it is, and how easily it tarnishes.
| Type of Gold Jewelry | Metal Composition | Process | Gold Finish Durability | Metal Strength | Tarnish Resistance | Water Resistance | Affordability | Suitability for Allergies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electroplating | 24K gold on Brass, Copper or Stainless Steel | A thin layer of 24K gold is applied to the base metal using an electric current, providing a gold appearance. | Low | High | Low | Low | Highest | Low |
| Vernell | 14K gold on Sterling Silver | A thick layer of 14K gold is applied to sterling silver, offering the appearance of solid gold at a more affordable price. | Medium | Low | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Gold-Filled | 14K gold on Brass or Copper | A thick layer of 14K gold is mechanically bonded to the base metal, offering a durable and long-lasting gold finish. | High | High | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) | 24K gold on Stainless Steel | A high-tech process where gold is vaporized and deposited onto the stainless steel surface, creating a strong and resilient gold layer. | Very High | Highest | Very High | Highest | Medium | Highest |
| 14K Solid Gold | Gold alloy (58.3% 24K gold + copper, silver, zinc, nickel, or palladium) | Gold is mixed with other metals, like copper, silver, or zinc, by melting them together to create a stronger, more durable metal suitable for jewelry. | Highest | Medium | Highest | High | Lowest | High |
Bold row is the material used in CONQUERing fidget jewelry
As you can see, there are a variety of different reasons a jewelry brand might decide to use that type of gold when they make their jewelry. We've bolded the type of gold we use in our fidget jewelry. Later in this blog, we'll discuss why we chose that type and share some of our customer's favorite gold fidget jewelry!
Why Does the Type of Gold Matter in Jewelry?
People buy jewelry with different intentions in mind. For one-time uses, you might be more willing to buy cheap jewelry that's likely to tarnish. For jewelry you wear everyday, you're likely going to be more concerned with the type of gold used to make it.
For people who wear gold jewelry, the questions you might have are:
- What is the best gold for jewelry?
- What type of gold will not tarnish?
- What type of gold can you wear all the time?
As we explored in the chart above, the answer to all of those questions are PVD (which we use) and 14K Solid Gold. For a brand that's focused on affordability, 14K Solid Gold wasn't a feasible option for creating our jewelry. PVD, on the other hand, is an affordable type of gold jewelry that can withstand daily use.
To get the most bang for your buck, it's important to do research on the type of gold used to make your jewelry so you know if it will need to be replaced frequently or not.
What Type of Gold Jewelry Does CONQUERing Use?
As we highlighted in the chart above, we use PVD in our jewelry. PVD uses 24K gold that is vaporized and then deposited on stainless steel. This process keeps the gold from tarnishing and ensures that we can offer it at an affordable price.
Something that is also very unique about PVD that you might not consider when purchasing jewelry is that it's sustainable for people with allergies. A lot of people have allergies to certain types of metals which usually means they have to buy more expensive jewelry that uses solid gold or stainless steel.
In our case, we can guarantee that our gold jewelry is allergy-friendly at an affordable price.
Check out some of these reviews from our customers about their experience with our gold jewelry:
- "I bought this because I didn't have any gold elements or bands!...The gold is a great color not too yellow just perfect!!"—Shyanne about the Gold AlaDune Onyx Crystal Fidget Ring
- "I love love love these rings! If I'm awake this ring is on my finger...The gold has held up well after over a month of constant wear."—Brittney A. about the Gold Chroma Ring Band
- "Finally a mood ring that doesn't turn your finger green!!!"—Rachel about the Gold Mood Oval Element
Shop CONQUERing Gold Fidget Jewelry
Now you know the different types of gold that's used in jewelry. We hope this post offers reassurances about the quality of jewelry you can expect when you shop with us.
You can check out all of our jewelry options here to start, or continue growing, your CONQUERing collection!
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