{"product_id":"garnets-and-gold","title":"garnets and gold","description":"\u003cp\u003egarnets and gold this necklace converts! the garnet string is attached with spring clasps so you can wear the gold paperclip chain alone or as you see it in the photos. the garnets then can be worn as a bracelet. gold components are 14k gold-filled and 24k gold vermeil we use various metal purities to keep the price points accessible while keeping the high standard quality that can last today, tomorrow years from now.  so, what's the difference? the difference between gold filled and gold plated? 1) in contrast to gold plating, gold-filled jewelry is tarnish resistant and can last many years if properly maintained 2) the manufacturing process for gold-filled metal is more complex than electroplating 3) unlike gold-plated materials, gold-filled jewelry retains the value of its gold content over time what is vermeil? 1) vermeil is a sterling silver base with a thin layer of gold using electrolysis 2) vermeil is more hypoallergenic than gold plated jewelry, and it can wear more elegantly as the top layer of gold fades what is 14k gold? 1) 14K gold is a gold alloy that is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% other metals, such as copper, silver, etc. 2) it's durable, affordable, and has a nice appearance. what is 24k gold? 1) 24k gold is the most expensive and the highest in quality and gold content. 2) solid gold does not tarnish or fade with repeated wear. 3) 24k is the most pure form of gold and is malleable and soft, so it is not frequently used for everyday jewelry. 4) in effort help balance the malleability of pure gold, an alloy is used to give strength and durability, hence, 14k gold, 14k gold filled, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seterra Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53426894930234,"sku":"GRN-AND-GLD","price":278.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/seterradesigns.com\/products\/garnets-and-gold","provider":"Seterra Designs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}