Wholesale gold filled beads. Gold Filled vs. Gold Plate: Gold-Filled is a layer of gold that is bonded under heat and pressure over a brass core then rolled or drawn to a given thickness, ex: 1/20. This means that the bead is at least 1/20th 14K gold by weight. The gold (14K) covers the brass surface, which prevents tarnishing, and is a far thicker layer than "gold-plated" components. Gold Plate is a metal item that has a thin layer of gold applied to it. The thin layer normally wears away more quickly than a gold filled item. Click each thumbnail image for product details & tiered pricing. |
