How jewelry gold plating works

How your gold-plating order works.

From your first photo request to the return shipment, every step is clear: we assess your piece, send you a quote with suitable quality options, you choose your preferred specification and then complete your individual order online.

Photo first. No blind shipping.We assess your piece before you send it anywhere.
1 / 3 / 5 µm optionsYou can compare the suitable quality levels for your piece.
Personal order linkAfter your selection, you receive a link for your specific order.
Order sheet & shipping informationAfter checkout, you receive all information needed to send in your piece.
Clear instead of a black box

6 clear steps. That is all you need to know.

The process is deliberately simple: first we assess your piece, then you choose your preferred specification from the quote. Only after that do you complete the individual order and send the piece in.
01
Photo request

Show us your piece.

Send clear photos of the front, back and any relevant details. Approximate dimensions or a size reference help with the initial assessment.

02
Assessment & quote

We assess feasibility and the right quality level.

We assess the material, condition, surface and intended use. You then receive a quote with the quality levels and gold tones suitable for your piece.

Standard1 µmFor lower levels of wear.
Enhanced3 µmFor regular wear.
Premium5 µmFor higher wear, where technically appropriate.
03
Your selection

Choose your preferred specification.

Tell us which quality level and offered gold tone you prefer. We then send you your personal order link.

Up to this point, your piece stays with you.You decide only after receiving the complete quote.
04
Complete the order online

Complete your individual order.

Using your order link, choose the available processing option and follow the shipping information provided for your order. Return shipping is insured and includes tracking.

05
Confirmation & shipment

Receive your order sheet and shipping information.

After checkout, you receive confirmation and all information required for shipment. You can add additional notes on the order sheet. Depending on the selected option, you send the parcel to us or use an arranged collection.

06
Gold plating & return shipping

Your piece is finished and inspected.

Once received, your piece undergoes the agreed preparation and gold plating. The finished result is inspected before it is returned using your selected shipping option.

One photo can be enough

Show the size. Reduce follow-up questions.

You do not need an elaborate photo set for the first assessment. One clear image with a size reference often makes the proportions easy to understand.

  • Show the complete piece lying flat.
  • Include front and back where relevant.
  • Photograph edges, clasps or problem areas separately.
Pendant on graph paper as an example of a photo assessment at LAFFARTS
Example: a size reference in the photo makes the first assessment easier.
Clarity and security

You always know what happens next.

Quality level, gold tone, processing and shipping are clarified before you send the piece in, so you always know what happens next.

No shipping on guessworkYou receive an assessment and quote first.
Choose before orderingYou choose the quality level yourself.
Personal order linkThe online order reflects the specification you selected.
Clear shipping informationYour order sheet and further instructions follow after checkout.
Status updates You stay informed from arrival to return shipping.

Once your parcel arrives, we confirm receipt and provide the expected return date. You are notified again when processing begins, once the work is completed, and as soon as the return shipment is created. Your tracking number is included automatically.

Receipt confirmedExpected return dateProcessing startedCompletedTracking number
Always up to date You always know where your order stands.

After your parcel arrives, we confirm receipt and provide the expected return date. You then receive an automatic email when processing begins and another when the work is completed. As soon as the return shipment is created, your tracking information follows automatically.

Receipt confirmed Expected return date Processing started Tracking sent
Frequently asked questions

What happens after the quote.

What do I do if I like one of the options in the quote?

Tell us your preferred quality level and, where applicable, gold tone. We then send you your personal order link.

When do I choose standard, express or insured value shipping?

You make this choice when completing your order online. The available options are shown directly there.

When do I receive the order sheet?

After completing the order online, you receive confirmation and all shipment information, including the order sheet.

Can I add extra notes about my piece?

Yes. Additional notes can be added to the order sheet.

Start step 01

Show us your piece.

Send photos, receive a quote, choose your preferred specification and then complete your personal order online.