GOLD

Maria Avillez Jewellery offers the possibility of purchasing pieces in 800 gold and 375 gold . All pieces presented on the website in gold-plated silver can be produced in gold, subject to acceptance of a quote by the client. In addition, they also create custom pieces in these types of gold, drawing inspiration from conversations with clients to create a unique piece.

What is the difference between 800 gold (19 karat gold) and 375 gold (9 karat gold)?

In Portugal, the standard gold used in jewelry production is 19k gold. For every kilogram of this gold, 800g are pure gold, and the remaining 200g are alloys (necessary for the material's malleability during creation). On the other hand, in 9k gold, 375g of that kilogram are pure gold, and the remaining 625g are alloys. 37k gold has the same advantage of never needing the maintenance that gold-plated silver entails, while also offering more affordable prices compared to gold. It always comes with a 24k gold plating initially, starting to take on a more rosy gold tone, which will no longer require maintenance.

Jewelry that lasts for generations, and is becoming increasingly accessible.