​Why 14K Gold Filled Is Perfect for Men’s Jewelry

Why 14K Gold Filled Is Perfect for Men’s Jewelry

Let’s face it, men's jewelry is becoming more and more of a staple fashion accessory for the modern man. Even the BBC did a special on why more men were wearing jewelry.

As men’s fashion has moved towards a more experimental aesthetic, jewelry is sitting center stage as the perfect accessory to express individuality.

Men’s jewelry is a classic trend seeing a new rebirth - where in past centuries men were decorated in jewelry, just as women, because it symbolized fashion, status, and innovation. History tends to repeat itself and this time men’s jewelry has become a clever form of self-expression, a message to the world. But with the growth of the industry, many jewelry manufacturers have been lacking in providing materials that can stand up to the active lifestyle by their men wearers.

But to answer why 14k Gold Filled is the perfect material for men’s jewelry, let's first take a deep dive into what exactly Gold Filled Jewelry is.

What is Gold Filled Jewelry?

Gold filled is a solid layer of gold mechanically bonded to a base metal. The gold used is usually 14k gold, but sometimes may be 12k gold (sometimes stamped with 14/20 or 12/20, respectively).

Gold filled jewelry contains 100x more gold than gold plated jewelry. Since the gold is mechanically bonded to the base rather than plated, IT CAN’T RUB OFF. It has the same qualities as solid gold jewelry at a fraction of the cost. Gold filled jewelry is also great for people who are allergic to metals, as the material will not cause an allergic reaction.

Why Gold Filled jewelry is the superior choice for Men’s Jewelry?

As touched on above, unlike gold plated jewelry, the gold does not rub off with gold filled jewelry. This fact is particularly important for men who don’t want to worry about taking their jewelry off before the gym, spending time in the sun, or jumping into the pool.

Gold filled jewelry has over 100x more actual gold than gold plated jewelry - including vermeil (gold plating over sterling silver). Other than the increase in lifetime value, gold filled’s thicker layer of gold makes it very scratch resistant. One small scratch on a gold-plated piece would expose the jeweler’s brass beneath and eventually would cause the piece to rust or turn your skin green.

This is why gold filled jewelry is our material of choice at Stephen and Jung.

Why 14k gold filled is superior to 12k, 18k, or 22k Gold

14k gold is more resistant to wear and tear than 12k, 18k, or 22k - making it a perfect material for your active lifestyle. Another added value is that the color of 14k gold filled pieces represents the purest color of all gold types.

Bottom Line on 14k Gold Filled Jewelry

With proper care, 14kt gold filled jewelry can last a lifetime. It serves as a cost effective alternative to pure gold jewelry without sacrificing quality and durability. Gold filled jewelry contains 100x more gold than gold plated jewelry, and is safe for wearers with sensitivities to common metals and the tarnish that forms on them.

Stephen and Jung’s Gold Filled Jewelry Collection

Our commitment to quality is at the heart of Stephen & Jung. All sourced 14k Gold Filled material providers are reviewed to ensure the gold meets our stringent alloy composition standards. We have a new Spring 2022 Gold Filled Jewelry line up now that we would love for you to come see!

Come checkout our Men’s Pendant Necklace collection on our Gold Filled Chains: HERE