Description Material: 14K Hamilton gold filled Style: Unfinished Flat 1.6mm Cable Chain (S1318F) Sold by the foot **Cut chain cannot be returned** This delicate 14K gold filled flat cable chain from JBC Beads offers all the beauty of gold for only a fraction of the price. Gold-filled chain is known for its durability and can be worn by most people without reactions or difficulties. Add a pendant or wear as is! Gold-filled is made by adding a layer of 14- or 12-karat gold to a brass core, creating a tarnish-resistant surface where only gold is exposed. The metals are permanently bound together using heat and pressure. To be marked with a “GF” stamp, the metal must have a layer of gold that is at least 10-karat and 1/20 (5%) of the item’s total weight. In contrast to gold plating, gold-filled jewelry is tarnish resistant and can last many years if properly maintained. Gold plating involves a thin layer of gold being applied to a base metal via electroplating, usually an inexpensive, non-precious metal like nickel, titanium, or brass. Gold plating is usually 0.05% or less of the total weight of the product and doesn’t stand up to wear, water, or heat. Gold plated jewelry will eventually tarnish and expose the base metal.
