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To explain the difference between gold filled and gold plated we turn to the federal standards for the sale and description of metals that are sold as commodities. To simplify here you go. Gold filled by definition must!!! legally contain at least 1/20th of 12K gold in the mixture of the metals of the jewelry item. It may contain layers of brass or other base metals. There is no outer coating so this jewelry is considered water safe. Gold Plated can be over brass or silver or any other base metal. The product is dipped into a solution containing 14KT...

"They turned my child's ears red," a common remark directed to me while working with individual customers I encounter in boutiques stores during my travels. When a mom shares that they saved 70% off (sale price $38.70) baby earrings priced at $129. I listen to their frustration when their child can not wear their purchase anymore. I also hear, why spend the extra money when my kid is only going to lose the good ones. Mom's are minimalists in 2016. What is being compared is 14KT gold (plated) earrings and 14KT gold (solid) earrings for babies. The true cost of...