Gold marked 925 ???

[CarolinaFinder2011]

I know 925 is used to mark silver but this piece looks like gold but has a 925 mark. Thanks for any info.

 

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[ivan salis]

gold plate over sterling silver * it is called --- vermeil * gold jewelry

 

[CarolinaFinder2011]

Thanks Ivan

 

[Rasputin]

Vermillion is a orangish red pigment. I believe vermeil is what Ivan means.

 

[Mackaydon]

Right.......'vermeil' is a French word which came into use in America, in the 19th century as an alternative for the usual term 'silver-gilt'; a combination of sterling silver, gold, and other precious metals. It is commonly used as a component in jewelry. To be considered vermeil, the gold must be at least 10 carat (42%) and be at least 2.5 micrometres thick.
Source: Wiki

 

[Old Bookaroo]

Vermeil? Wasn't he a football coach and talking head?

Good luck to all,

~The Old Bookaroo