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Is gold plated over real gold?

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Rachel Phillips Active Member
Asked Jun 25, 2026

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Logan Garcia Verified Expert Verified Jeweler
Retired goldsmith, happy to answer questions. 118 answers · 20 selected

After trying several options myself, I bought mine from Etsy for about $1,500. Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.

Short answer: no. I switched after a few months and never looked back. The upkeep was not worth it.

Jun 28, 2026
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Sarah M. New Contributor
Active community member helping other jewelry buyers. 5 answers · 0 selected

Here is what I have found after researching for weeks. I compared James Allen and Pandora before deciding. Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.

Yes, I have had mine for two years and it still looks great. Just clean it regularly with soap and water.

Jun 30, 2026
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Kim Walsh New Contributor
Custom jewelry designer. CAD, wax carving, and one-of-a-kind engagement pieces. 9 answers · 2 selected

Great question. A friend of mine got hers from Pandora and loves it. Not worth the risk in my experience. Spend a little more and buy from a real store.

Save your money. The difference is noticeable but not worth the premium for most people.

Jun 30, 2026
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Rachel Campbell Verified Expert Verified Jeweler
Watches and rings enthusiast. 102 answers · 15 selected

I have had mine for over two years now. This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.

Jun 25, 2026

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