Is high-quality gold plating worth it? – Everything you need to know
In a world of mass production and fleeting fashion, there are pieces of jewelry that are far more than just accessories. They are memories , sentimental treasures , or even family heirlooms that cannot be replaced.
We offer our gold plating service precisely for such pieces of jewelry. But who actually benefits from gold plating? Which pieces are suitable, and which ones justify the price and effort? Here's everything you need to know.
Why and for whom is gilding worthwhile?
Re-gilding isn't just a way to restore a piece of jewelry's shine—it's an investment in its preservation and, in the case of high-priced designer pieces, increasing its value. High-quality gold plating is a perfect choice, especially for pieces with emotional or historical value.
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Protect emotional values:
Jewelry that comes from an aunt, grandfather, or as a gift from a partner is often priceless. Gold plating not only gives them a new shine but also preserves their uniqueness for future generations. -
Renew unique gifts:
Why buy new when you can transform a beloved piece of jewelry into a unique, exquisite piece with gold plating? It's the most sustainable way to give a special gift. -
Designer and unique goldsmith pieces are available:
Exclusive designer items or goldsmith's work do not lose their value due to wear and tear over the years - they can be restored to their original condition with high-quality gold plating.
Why handcraft and custom-made products have their value
Some may now be wondering why the prices for gold plating are sometimes higher than for simple, gold-plated costume jewelry. If it's even gold-plated at all, in many cases, there's also some trickery involved.
In short: The answer lies in the difference between industrial, usually inferior, mass production and handcrafted, individual production.
Elaborate custom-made
We lovingly hand-gild each piece of jewelry step by step. Unlike mass-produced items, each piece is individually prepared, cleaned, polished, and then electroplated in several steps.
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More durable than costume jewelry
Costume jewelry is usually coated with a 0.1 to 0.3 micron gold layer. We offer hard gold plating with at least 3 or 5 microns —a multiple of the material and therefore the highest quality. -
Time-consuming processing:
Each piece of jewelry undergoes at least half an hour of intensive handwork. Polishing, degreasing, cleaning, and the actual gilding require precision, craftsmanship, knowledge, and care.
Comparison to costume jewelry
Gold-plated costume jewelry, which can often be purchased for under €30 and doesn't hold much emotional significance for you personally, doesn't justify this expense. High-quality gold plating is especially worthwhile for pieces with:
- Emotional value: family heirlooms, gifts or memories.
- High-priced designer goods: High-priced exclusive jewelry, handcrafted jewelry, custom-made pieces, etc.
- Special uniqueness: pieces that are no longer available on the market.
Why custom-made items are more expensive
The prices for custom-made pieces are significantly higher than for machine-made pieces, and there are several good reasons for this:
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Workload:
For custom-made pieces, each piece of jewelry is individually checked, prepared, and processed – without series production or extensive automation. -
Fixed costs:
The costs for materials such as gold, palladium, cleaners and electroplating baths remain the same, regardless of quantity. -
Time intensity:
Each edit requires at least 30 minutes of pure working time, and very often significantly more.
Tip: Our volume discounts
When multiple pieces of jewelry are gold-plated in one order, our fixed costs per piece are reduced. We pass this advantage directly on to you:
- 5% discount for 2 or more items
- 10% discount for 3 or more items
- 20% discount for orders of 5 or more pieces:
The more pieces of jewelry you send for gold plating, the cheaper the price per piece will be for you.
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More efficient processing:
Several pieces of jewelry can be processed in one operation, saving time and material.
Our recommendation: Which pieces of jewelry are worth gold plating?
Gold plating is particularly worthwhile for the following pieces of jewelry:
- Rings: wedding, engagement and family jewelry.
- Pendants: Special gifts with emotional value.
- Necklaces and bracelets: exclusive designs or heirlooms.
- Designer and goldsmith work: high-quality custom-made pieces.
Costume jewelry with little material or emotional value that can easily be replaced, on the other hand, is often less suitable.
Our service: Simple, transparent and bookable online
With our online booking system, you can order your gilding quickly and easily – without long waits for a quote.
- Maximum transparency: You select the desired options yourself, such as gold tone and layer thickness, and receive the final price immediately.
- Planning security: Fixed prices and clear processes guarantee a stress-free experience.
- Sustainability: Instead of replacing, renew valuable pieces of jewelry and preserve their emotional value.
High-quality gilding for valuable treasures
Whether it's emotionally valuable jewelry, special designer pieces, or personal mementos – gold plating is a worthwhile investment in each of these cases. Trust in our many years of experience and let us convince you!
Gild what is dear to you.
