Gold Plating Micron Thicknesses Explained

You're looking at purchasing a piece of jewellery, and you’re not sure what micron thicknesses mean. Read on for an explanation.

What’s a Micron?

A micron is 0.001 of a millimeter. It’s a little hard to visualise, but basically any gold plating that’s 1 micron or up is good quality gold plating. 

The vast majority of our gold plated jewellery is 1 or more microns thick. We include the micron thickness of the piece in Specifications detail for the product.

How long will my plating last?

This question is a bit tricky to answer as it comes down to lifestyle and how you look after your jewellery. 

How do I take care of my gold-plated jewellery?

A few basic rules apply: take rings and bracelets off when you need to do something that requires a lot of work with your hands. Wipe your jewellery with a soft cloth after a day of wear, and make sure to store it in a proper location. 

Gold Plating Prices

The thicker the Micron plating the more expensive the jewellery piece will be.