​Memi Gold Bracelets: The Difference Between Gold Vermeil and Solid Gold

Golden circle music festival tickets, golden hour, golden rays, and gold Memi bracelets. When gold is involved, we are smiling from ear to ear. But all that glitters is not gold, and this is true when looking at the difference between gold vermeil and solid gold. Memi uses only solid gold for their bracelets and other jewellery items, and we know you are going to love why.

Memi:

Memi is a South African brand that creates stunnin pieces of personalised jewellery. Memi wants you to embrace your individuality through jewellery crafted to capture your personality. Creating beautiful jewellery is one thing, but Memi also creates jewellery of the highest quality and greatest durability. That is why when it comes to gold jewellery, solid gold jewellery is the only way to go for Memi.

Memi Gold Bracelets:

Gold jewellery is synonymous with timeless style, elegance, and beauty. Bracelets are a stunning piece of jewellery that are easy to wear, attention-grabbing, and are a quick way to spruce up any outfit. Combine gold and bracelets and you have found yourself a piece of jewellery that will become a statement piece that will always be on-trend.

When it comes to gold bracelets, you have hit the gold mine with Memi. With an extensive range of bracelet styles to choose from, there is a bracelet suitable for any occasion or personal style. Memi’s dedicated team crafts their bracelets to be strong, low maintenance, and of the highest quality to ensure that they will last you a lifetime of memories. This is ensured by using only solid gold for the gold Memi bracelets.

Different Types of Gold Jewellery:

Purchasing a piece of gold jewellery becomes slightly confusing when there are many different types of gold to choose from. Not only are there different gold colours, but also different types of gold jewellery. Here is a quick description of the four different types of gold jewellery available.

• Gold-plated: Gold-plated jewellery means a jewellery item with a thin layer of gold over a base metal, and this base metal is typically brass.

• Gold Vermeil: Gold vermeil jewellery describes jewellery with a thicker layer of gold over a sterling silver base.

• Gold-filled: Gold-filled jewellery is jewellery with a thicker layer of gold bonded to a base metal.

• Solid Gold: Solid gold jewellery is jewellery made from gold alloyed to a mixture of metals.

Gold Vermeil vs. Solid Gold:

We have created a quick comparison between the two most popular gold jewellery options, gold vermeil jewellery and solid gold jewellery, to show you the differences. This is aimed at helping you make an informed decision when purchasing your gold jewellery and see why Memi only uses solid gold for their jewellery items.

Gold Vermeil:

Gold vermeil, pronounced “ver-may” (if you have French friends and do not want them giggling at your pronunciation), is quickly rising in use in the jewellery industry. It has the appearance of solid gold, but there are certain issues when it comes to owning gold vermeil jewellery.

Upside to Gold Vermeil:

If you are looking for an affordable alternative to solid gold jewellery, then gold vermeil is the way to go. It is not the cheapest gold jewellery available, but still low in cost when it comes to gold jewellery.

Downside to Gold Vermeil:

When it comes to the price of gold vermeil, you may feel as if you found that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. This fairy-tail ending comes to a crashing end as you realise the downsides to gold vermeil jewellery. Gold vermeil jewellery tarnishes over time if exposed to:

• Sweat

• Perfume

• Water

• Excessive wear

If you are wearing gold vermeil bracelets, or any other type of jewellery, these factors which tarnish the appearance are major red flags when it comes to owning jewellery that is easy to wear and maintain. When you weigh up the current affordability of the gold vermeil jewellery with the amount of time this jewellery will maintain its gold appeal, you soon realise that you will spend more money in the long run constantly updating your gold vermeil jewellery.

Solid Gold:

Contrary to its name, solid gold is not 100% pure gold. Solid gold is alloyed, meaning it is a mixture of metals. The metals typically used are either silver, copper, zinc, or a mixture of these metals. Naming this type of gold as solid gold is not done to fool you, but rather has you in mind. Pure gold is an extremely soft metal and therefore if jewellery were made with pure gold it would have no durability.

Karat Gold:

Solid gold jewellery is always measured according to karats. The karat system is used as a measurement of the ratio of pure gold to alloys in solid gold jewellery. The number linked to the karat has certain implications for the purity of the solid gold. Here is a quick guide to show you how much pure gold is in solid gold according to the karat system.

The gold jewellery offered by Memi is available in either 9k or 14k solid gold. These two ranges of solid gold allow for the accommodation of different budgets whilst still ensuring each jewellery item has the quality and durability of solid gold.

Solid Gold Colours:

When solid gold is created, a portion of pure gold is mixed with a portion of different metals. These different metals, when combined with pure gold, results in varying gold colours. White gold is made of a mixture of pure gold with white metals such as nickel, silver, or palladium. Rose gold is a combination of pure gold with copper and silver alloys. Yellow gold is a mixture of pure gold with the metals copper and zinc.

The Memi bracelets are available in 9k and 14k yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold. The three varieties allow you to choose a gold that best suits your personality, style, or skin tone. For our silver jewellery lovers out there, the Memi bracelets are also available in sterling silver.

Upside to Solid Gold:

The high quality of solid gold ensures that your solid gold jewellery will not tarnish, rub, or flake. This means that your solid gold jewellery is durable and will last you a lifetime. Due to the high durability of solid gold, there is little to no maintenance when it comes to caring for your solid gold jewellery. Memi uses solid gold for their bracelets so that you can wear your bracelets daily, with confidence in their quality.

Downside to Solid Gold:

The downside to solid gold jewellery is that it is the most expensive option when purchasing gold jewellery. But when you compare the expense to all the positives of purchasing solid gold jewellery, it is easy to see why solid gold is worth the investment when it comes to bracelets.

Why Memi Only Uses Solid Gold:

On top of the strength, durability, and timeless qualities of solid gold, there are other great advantages to investing in solid gold jewellery. Memi loves using solid gold for their bracelets and we know you are going to love owning solid gold bracelets when you see these exciting advantages.

1. Financial Security: A plus side to solid gold jewellery is that the value of this jewellery increases over time. Purchasing solid gold jewellery is a great way to invest in an item that can be used daily. If you ever feel the need to sell your solid gold jewellery at a later stage, it has the best resale value out of all the types of gold jewellery. Although when it comes to Memi’s gold bracelets, we know you are not going to want to give them up any time soon.

2. Sensitive Skin: If you have sensitive skin prone to allergic reactions to certain metals, then gold is a great option for your bracelets or other jewellery. The hypoallergenic qualities of gold are one of the many reasons Memi uses it for their bracelets so that you are always comfortable.

3. Timeless Look: Gold jewellery has been around for centuries and we can understand why. There is nothing quite like the warmth and elegance that gold jewellery possesses. When you own a timeless piece of gold jewellery, such as Memi’s gold bracelets, you will be less likely to spend your money on cheap, low-quality jewellery which quickly becomes out-dated.

How to Wear your Gold Memi Bracelets:

Now that you can rest assured knowing that Memi has got your back by creating solid gold bracelets which will be easy to maintain and are durable, you can focus on how best to show off your beautiful gold bracelets.

1. Single Statement Piece: A single Memi bracelet worn on one wrist is an easy way to craft an elegant and classy look to your outfit. Your single statement piece can be light and delicate, like the Memi Mini Shape bracelet, loud and proud, like the Memi Monogram bracelet, or personal, such as the engraved Memi Circle bracelet.

2. Bold Combinations: If you want to make your grandmother uncomfortable, then wear a few Memi bracelets in differing gold metal colours. While this used to be a massive no-no, current trends are saying otherwise. When you are stepping out of the convention, we suggest keeping the bracelets simple in style. For example, pair the Memi Mini Name bracelet in yellow gold with the Memi Bar bracelet in white gold to make the golden hues of the yellow gold pop.

3. Double: When there are so many beautiful options of Memi bracelets to choose from, we can understand wearing bracelets on both wrists. Keep a cohesive theme by wearing Memi bracelets in a similar style and the same metal colour when wearing bracelets on both wrists. For example, wear a Memi Infinity bracelet in 9k yellow gold on your left wrist and a 9k yellow gold Memi Gemstone Heart bracelet on your right wrist. This creates a simple and cohesive theme whilst still adding a touch of gold to both wrists.

Which Wrist to Wear Your Gold Memi Bracelets On:

Conventionally it is understood that men typically wear bracelets on their left wrist and women wear their bracelets on their right wrist. Memi is all about expressing your individuality and therefore encourages you to step out of the convention. Memi bracelets can be worn on either wrist (or both) and are therefore up to your preference. If you need help deciding which wrist is best, then we have listed below the advantages of each wrist for wearing bracelets.

1. Dominant Hand: If you are wanting to show off your stunning Memi bracelets, then we suggest wearing your Memi bracelets on your dominant hand. As you open the door, wave to your friend, or touch-up your lip gloss, your Memi bracelets will be on full display.

2. Non-Dominant Hand: Your non-dominant hand is used less, and this means your bracelets will be less likely to be damaged. When it comes to Memi bracelets, the strength and durability of the solid gold bracelets allow you more freedom to not be restricted to only adorning your non-dominant hand.

Now that you know the difference between gold vermeil and solid gold, we know you are going to love your solid gold Memi bracelets even more.