Gold-Filled VS Gold-Plated: How To Tell (Thrifter's Guide)
17K views · Jun 22, 2026 · People & Blogs
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@Kelseyolivethrifts · 3 months ago · pinned
This week, I have finally gotten the time to sit down and answer another one of your most burning questions for me: What is the difference between Gold-Filled and Gold-Plated jewelry?! <br> <br>We cover everything you need to know: from what to look for, what to double-check, what to avoid, and even what to expect in value for your finds! We also go in depth with some real-world examples to arm you with the knowledge and experience necessary to go out in the world and find these real treasures for yourself! <br> <br>Whether you're new to thrifting, resell full time, or just looking to spend the next 10 minutes with a friend: I'm your gal! Join me on this educational journey about one of my favorite topics in the world! <br> <br>Link to shop my finds: <a href="https://kelseyolive.com/">https://kelseyolive.com</a>
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@AweStruck-c9m · 3 months ago
I’d watch a video of acid test with gold to gold filled comparison.
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@badmom2goody29 · 3 months ago
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
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@traceylovespyrex · 3 months ago
I imagine in a few years your channel will be huge. I love that you pronounce soldered properly and that you refer to bangles as bangles and not bracelets lol Plus you do what I love to do, I've been doing it for years and still have learnt a thing or two from you. You alsoremind me of my favourite sister in law when she was younger.
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@marlenemcmillan8891 · 3 months ago
Excellent information..thanks
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@AliciaWealthyLadyOfLeisure · 3 months ago
I s vermeil valuable for its silver content, its gold content or both? Thank you for this super-helpful video!
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@KameronJohnson-p5b · 3 months ago
I love this! Thank you so much for explaining the differences between gold filled and gold plated! I love watching your videos!
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@kristinownby7883 · 3 months ago
Thanks for sharing your expertise. What about white gold?
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@samanthav8728 · 3 months ago
OMG! Thank you! Not foing to lie, I saved it to watch about another 100 times ;P <br>You're the best at what you do and so kind! Thank you for taking your time and sharing your wisdom & knowledge! Invaluable and Priceless are you!
@valorieanderson8605 · 1 month ago
Thank you❤
@northshoremama · 2 months ago
I've been collecting rolled gold watch chains for a while now, and the best ones are English Victorian; Thomas Hopwood of Birmingham, for example. You can't tell they're not solid gold! Much more affordable, but still valuable.
@GG-fm7so · 3 months ago
I love these educational videos! ❤ But I also miss your thrifting videos! 😁
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