*A NOTE ABOUT GOLD VERMEIL:

Gold Vermeil (pronounced “ver-may”) is a legally regulated term that refers to jewelry made of sterling silver with an electroplated layer of solid gold on top of the silver.

Gold vermeil is a step up in quality from standard gold plating, featuring a thicker layer of gold, at least 2.5 microns, applied over a sterling silver core. For a piece to be labeled as “vermeil” in the U.S., the gold must be at least 10 karats and meet strict regulatory standards.

Vermeil offers several advantages, including a higher gold content than gold–plated jewelry, a more hypoallergenic sterling silver foundation and a longer-lasting finish.