Doctor of Philosophy Graduation Necklace – Gift for Her

ALL components are handmade with: 14K gold vermeil & sterling silver.

A high quality piece of jewelry that she will treasure for many years to come.

• Each pendant is textured by hand, creating a uniquely beautiful hammered finish that reflects light and sparkles with each movement. Every pendant has its own distinctive texture, no two are the same.
• Necklace is 18” long with adjustable ring at 16”.
• Pendant measures 1" in width and 0.65" in height.
• Beautifully packaged in our custom designed jewelry box with a blank greeting card and jewelry care instructions.
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Gold vermeil jewelry contains a thick layer of real gold. It is a durable, long-lasting precious metal with the prettiest light gold tone. Our necklace is made with 14K gold vermeil, of which sterling silver (.925) is the base metal, layered with 14K gold at the thickness of 2.5 - 3 microns. The plating thickness is confirmed by lab testing of each batch.

The difference between gold vermeil and gold plated is the base metal and the thickness of the gold. Base metals for gold plating are often zinc alloy, iron, or brass while gold vermeil base metal can only be sterling silver. The thicker layer of gold for gold vermeil means it is less likely to fade or tarnish.

❓ Will gold vermeil ever tarnish?

Gold vermeil can tarnish naturally over time, but it’s easily cleaned. If using a polishing cloth, it should be used LIGHTLY and not pressed hard against the metal to remove tarnish, as it could rub off the gold on your piece over time.