Vermeil

Vermeil is a type of jewelry that is made from a base metal such as sterling silver, gold-plated with a thick layer of gold. The gold used to plate sterling silver must be at least 10 karat purity and the layer must be at least 2.5 microns thick. Vermeil is a French term that refers to “gilded silver” and has been used as a type of jewelry since the 17th century. This type of jewelry was popular among the French aristocracy and was used to decorate clothing and accessories. Today, vermeil is used to create beautiful and luxurious pieces of jewelry.