Hallmark guide · Plated
What does GEP / Gold Electroplate mean?
Gold electroplate (GEP) means an electrolytically applied gold layer of at least 10 karat and at least 0.175 microns (about 7 millionths of an inch) of fine-gold equivalent, with the karat stated first (e.g. '12K G.E.P.').
- Metal
- Plated
- Purity
- —
- Where
- US
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Often confused with
- Not solid gold.
- Thinner than heavy gold electroplate (2.5 microns).