Gemovara Jewelry: All about our materials

At Gemovara Jewelry, our pieces are primarily crafted from gold-plated stainless steel . In this blog post, we explain all the technical details about the materials and processes we use to ensure durability, safety, and beauty.

316L stainless steel – our base material

We use 316L stainless steel , a premium quality of stainless steel known for:

longevity

Corrosion resistance

Hypoallergenic properties

This makes our jewelry perfect for everyday wear—without tarnishing or rusting. The strength of 316L ensures that our designs remain stable and beautiful over time.

Stainless steel vs. titanium steel: Both terms describe the same material. "Titanium steel" means that titanium is used as an intermediate layer during the gold plating process to ensure the gold adheres firmly to the stainless steel.

Why gilding?

We use vacuum ion gold plating (PVD/IP technology) because it:

High abrasion resistance offers

Color and gloss retention guaranteed

An environmentally friendly process is

Gold plating makes our jewelry durable, safe, and elegant in appearance.

Thickness of the gold plating:

Our coatings range from 0.03 to 0.05 microns (approx. 0.00005 mm).

This thin layer is highly durable and will remain colorfast and shiny for up to 24 months under normal use.

Safe, nickel-free procedure

Unlike cheaper methods often used in mass production, we use a safe high-temperature vacuum process :

With titanium (without nickel!)

At several thousand degrees in a vacuum chamber

For maximum durability, safety and skin friendliness

⚠️ Cheap alternatives often use nickel, which can cause skin irritation and reduce quality.

How much gold is in Gemovara jewelry?

PVD technology requires only a very small amount of 18K gold per production run (approximately 11.5 grams for several hundred pieces ). Therefore:

Our jewelry is classified as fashion jewelry and not as precious metal jewelry.

According to most customs regulations, it is not subject to taxation like real gold jewelry.

It is not normally accepted in pawn shops.

This keeps Gemovara jewelry stylish and affordable .

Durability & Care

We tested our jewelry in saltwater for two weeks —and our team wears the pieces daily, even while swimming and sunbathing. Result:

Tarnish-proof

Waterproof

Very durable

We offer a 360-day guarantee . With careful handling (avoiding harsh friction or direct impact), your jewelry will last even longer.

Important questions and answers

Is stainless steel magnetic?
Yes, weak magnetic properties can arise during production processes. However, this does not affect safety or corrosion resistance.

Is a 0.03 micron gold layer sufficient?
Yes. Thanks to PVD technology, the thin layer is firmly bonded and durable—up to two years with normal use.

How is the gold stored in the factory?
In the form of thin plates.

How do you check if jewelry is really gold-plated?
The best way to tell is through durability. Genuine gold plating ensures longer shine and durability. Since PVD gold plating offers higher quality, there's no reason to be deceived.

Conclusion

At Gemovara , we prioritize safe, nickel-free, and durable gold plating processes . Our goal is to create jewelry that looks luxurious, lasts, and can be safely worn every day—without the price tag of real precious metal jewelry.

✨ With Gemovara you don’t just wear jewelry – you wear self-confidence.