Our 18k gold-plated stainless steel jewellery can last years without tarnishing because stainless steel forms a passive layer of chromium oxide that resists corrosion. This makes it an ideal base for gold plating, especially compared to cheaper metals like brass or copper, which can oxidize and discolor both themselves and the gold layer over time.

Bonus Facts:

usually contains 75% pure gold, giving it a rich, warm hue closer to real gold than 14k or 10k plating.

PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) or electroplating, which can vary in thickness—typically 0.5 to 2.5 microns for jewellery.

Stainless steel (especially 316L surgical grade) is less likely to cause skin reactions, making it a safer choice for sensitive skin when gold plating wears thin.