Demi Fine Info

Demi-fine jewelry bridges the gap between luxury and everyday wear, offering high-quality, stylish pieces at a more accessible price point. Crafted with care, demi-fine jewelry typically features precious metals like gold vermeil or sterling silver, often adorned with semi-precious gemstones. It's designed for those who appreciate beautiful, durable accessories that feel luxurious without the investment of fine jewelry. Perfect for daily wear or special occasions, demi-fine jewelry allows you to elevate your look effortlessly while enjoying a balance of quality, affordability, and timeless style.

I use mostly 18 karat gold Vermeil in my pieces. Here is more information about this type of plating. What I love about vermeil is the sterling silver base--a precious metal. I've had pieces retain their golden sheen for decades. It just depends on how you treat your jewelry. These pieces can always be sent to the plating company to be freshened up and will look like new again!

Vermeil (pronounced ver-may) is a type of high-quality gold plating over a base of sterling silver. To be considered vermeil, the following criteria are typically met:

Base Material: The underlying metal must be sterling silver (92.5% pure silver).
Gold Layer: The gold coating must be at least 10 karats (though often higher, like 14k or 18k).
Thickness: The gold layer must be at least 2.5 microns thick (a micron is one-millionth of a meter).

Key Characteristics:

Durability: Vermeil is more durable than standard gold plating because of the thicker layer of gold.
Affordable Luxury: It offers the look of solid gold jewelry at a more accessible price point, thanks to the sterling silver core.
Non-Tarnishing: If cared for properly, vermeil retains its gold appearance for a long time without tarnishing.