Silver is a beautiful metal, but it easily reacts with elements in the air, which can cause tarnishing or darkening over time.
To prevent this and to enhance its surface with an elegant platinum-like white shine, white gold plating (coating) is applied.
Pure silver has a Mohs hardness of only 2.5 to 3, meaning it’s relatively soft. By adding a surface coating, the jewelry becomes more resistant to scratches and daily wear.
At the same time, the coating helps prevent sulfur-based tarnishing, allowing the silver to maintain its bright and refined luster for longer.
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At SMUK, we use K14 white gold for our white gold plating,
with a coating thickness of 2 microns.
This ensures a long-lasting, luxurious finish suitable for everyday use.
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For more details, visit:
http://smuk.jp/en/pages/whysmuk