Azure Midnight Elegance Ring

Azure Midnight Elegance Ring

Capture the essence of the night sky, combining the deep blue of the stones with the black gold’s richness

• Material: Black Gold Filled over alloy*
• Weight: 11.3 grams

* “Black gold filled” jewelry refers to a type of jewelry that is made by bonding a layer of gold to a base metal, and then giving the gold a black finish. This process creates a piece that has the appearance of solid black gold, but at a much lower cost. Here’s a breakdown of what this means:

1. Gold Filled: Gold filled jewelry is different from gold plated jewelry. It involves a thicker layer of gold bonded to the base metal. In the United States, for an item to be considered “gold filled,” the gold content must be at least 1/20th (5%) of the total weight of the item. This makes gold filled jewelry more valuable and durable compared to gold plated items, which have a much thinner layer of gold.
2. Black Gold: The term “black gold” typically refers to gold that has been alloyed with other metals or treated with a surface coating to give it a black appearance. This can be achieved through various methods, such as adding cobalt or chromium to the gold, or using a controlled oxidation process. The black finish gives the jewelry a unique, modern, and often more edgy look compared to traditional gold.
3. Black Gold Filled Jewelry: In the case of black gold filled jewelry, the thick layer of gold that is bonded to the base metal is treated to have a black finish. This gives the jewelry the appearance and some qualities of black gold, but with a lower price point and potentially different wear characteristics.

It’s important to note that while gold filled jewelry is more durable than gold plated jewelry, the black finish on black gold filled items may be subject to wear or fading over time, depending on the quality of the coating and how the jewelry is cared for. As with any jewelry, proper maintenance is key to preserving its appearance and longevity.