[Jewelry making - Article 01237] - Re: [Orchid] What is "solid gold"

[David Barzilay Lord of the Rings]

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    "Solid gold" is a valid description. It indicates that the item is
    NOT: hollow, plated, gold filled, etc. It is gold all the way through. 

    This does not address purity ! A 'solid gold piece' made in 10Karat
    might have less actual gold content than a hollow piece of 22Karat 

David Barzilay
Lord of the Rings
607 S Hill St Ste 850
Los Angeles, CA 90014-1718
213-488-9157

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