Jewelry Metal Types
The MONOLISA jewelry collection is designed with premium metal materials - the finest silver, Argentium, traditional sterling, 14k palladium white gold, 14k high karat gold and filled (14k). Earlier jewelry designs were made with brass and plated metals, which are no longer used. Details about each metal type includes the following below:
14k Karat Gold Jewelry
MONOLISA 14 Karat Gold Jewelry Collection is designed in high karat gold - 14k yellow gold color. The solid 14k gold metal material is sourced from refiners on the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) list - certified refiners who are independently audited with traceable supplies and conflict free.
14k Palladium White Gold Jewelry
MONOLISA 14k Palladium White Gold Jewelry Collection is designed in high karat gold and palladium. 14k palladium white gold contains 58% pure gold, 15% palladium and the remainder percent is copper and silver. The metal is hypo-allergenic, tarnish resistant and nickel free. It has a light gray appearance and is stronger than traditional white gold. Palladium is more expensive and rarer than gold. Read more about this metal type.
Argentium® Silver
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Traditional Sterling
MONOLISA uses 90% pure silver, mixed with alloys to add strength and durability. Jewelry designed with traditional sterling silver metal will not wear down as silver plating can and is very durable. One of the benefits of sterling silver, it is hypoallergenic. Sterling silver is also known to fight infections and is associated with antibiotics along with skin repair. The sterling material is made in the USA.
14k Gold Filled Jewelry
MONOLISA gold filled jewelry has an actual layer of gold-pressure bonded to another metal. It contains 100% more gold than plated jewelry. It is much more valuable and tarnish resistant, therefore it doesn't change color. It has the same appearance as high carat gold.
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14k Rose Gold Filled Jewelry
MONOLISA rose gold filled jewelry has an actual layer of gold-pressure bonded to another metal. It contains 100% more gold than plated jewelry. It is much more valuable and tarnish resistant, therefore it doesn't change color. It has the same appearance as high carat gold. Copper is added to the gold creating a beautiful pink color. The rose gold filled metals are made in the USA.
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