Enjoy a playground of design and space with this set from Passport to Turkey. Each ring features intricate filigree work on a slight dome, arching gracefully over your finger to catch the light and the eyes of admirers. The negative space within the crisscross design is not empty but full of potential – a place where your skin peeks through the design, becoming part of the design. Whether you are a lover of vintage charm or a fashionista that loves a modern twist, this tri-tone set is sure to please.
Evoke images of the old world with modern techniques. The Passport to Turkey collection celebrates the rich history of Turkish jewelry and its many quintessential elements. This set includes three rings in 18K yellow gold, 18K rose gold and platinum plated sterling silver.
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Vermeil Plating:
Pronounced "vermay," vermeil is an electroplating process in which 14K gold or higher is coated over sterling silver. Officially designated by the jewelry industry, items may only be sold as vermeil if they have a minimum thickness of 100 millionths of an inch (2.5 microns) of gold over the silver. Regular gold plating is less than 2.5 microns.
The "vermeil" technique of plating sterling silver with gold originated in France in the 1750s. It differs from "gold filled" or "gold plated" in terms of the thickness or thinness of the microns over sterling silver. "Gold filled" pieces have a much thicker layer, between 15 and 45 microns, which is mechanically bonded to the base metal with heat and pressure. Vermeil is a more expensive version of "gold plated". It does not wear off as quickly as gold plating does. However, over time, vermeil wears off and therefore will require re-plating.
Gold/Platinum Embraced Silver or Bronze:
Our platinum and gold embraced collections feature layers of platinum or gold over sterling silver or bronze for a lustrous, radiant finish everywhere you look and touch.
To care for your plated jewelry items:
Platinum Plating:
Platinum can be used as a finish coating over sterling silver or copper alloys. Its bright, pure luster enhances the brilliance of gemstones and does not discolor or oxidize. Platinum plating is also characterized by its good resistance to surface abrasion, making jewelry pieces more durable against everyday and long-term wear. Over time, platinum plating will wear off and therefore will require re-plating.
To care for your plated jewelry items: