Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Gold filled jewelry findings can be soldered with a torch and gold solder to other metals. Be mindful that there is a risk of the gold layer melting enough to show the base metal underneath, so use caution when applying torch heat.

This is especially important when working with jewelry findings in bulk production or wholesale jewelry supplies where careful handling is essential for maintaining product quality.

Gold filled jewelry is not considered fully waterproof. While it is significantly more durable than gold plated jewelry and can handle occasional water exposure, it is best to avoid extended contact with water whenever possible.

We recommend keeping gold filled jewelry away from chlorine, salt water, cleaning agents, lotions, and perfumes. These substances can wear down the surface over time.

With proper care, gold filled jewelry can last for years without tarnishing, flaking, or fading, making it a popular choice among both jewelry makers and customers.

Testing gold filled jewelry can be tricky. Common methods like X-ray (XRF) testing or acid testing are meant to test solid gold and are not reliable for gold filled because they either read too shallow or can damage the gold layer and misrepresent the results.

The most accurate methods are destructive tests like fire assay or cross-section analysis, which are not practical for finished products.

That is why it is best to rely on hallmark stamps, such as "1/20 14K GF," and purchase from trusted suppliers who provide proper documentation.

As a jewelry findings manufacturer, JK Findings marks nearly all of our gold filled jewelry findings and provides material certifications to ensure transparency and quality.

The most common at-home method for cleaning gold filled jewelry is using mild soap and water.

Mass-produced and readily available jewelry cleaners may also be used, but directions should always be reviewed before use as many have restrictions.

This applies to both individual jewelry care and maintaining gold filled jewelry findings wholesale inventory.

Tarnishing is caused by oxidation. To help prevent this, keep jewelry findings and finished pieces polished, clean, and properly stored.

JK Findings seals all products in plastic poly bags with anti-tarnish strips to help prolong shelf life. This is an important practice for anyone handling wholesale jewelry supplies and jewelry findings inventory.

Over time, the anti-tarnish barrier will wear away and oxidation will occur. Tarnish is most likely due to contact with sulfur compounds or other chemicals that attack copper within sterling silver.

The amount of wear, storage conditions, and skin chemistry will determine how quickly tarnishing occurs.

Rhodium plated silver jewelry findings are much less likely to tarnish than raw sterling silver because the rhodium layer provides a protective barrier between the silver and outside elements.

The tannins in leather release gases that cause silver to tarnish. When leather and silver are stored in the same poly bag or container, the gases become trapped inside and tarnishing can occur.

To help prevent this, we add anti-tarnish strips and a desiccant (silica gel is the most commonly used) to all poly bags containing leather jewelry with silver findings.

The anti-tarnish strips absorb and trap sulfides and pollutants in the air while the desiccant removes moisture from the air. If using your own packaging, it is a good idea to add both to help protect your jewelry findings.

Yes. All of our .925 silver jewelry findings are nickel free, making them compliant with European standards for nickel restrictions and suitable for international buyers looking for quality wholesale jewelry supplies.

We understand that material compliance is important for jewelry businesses selling to customers around the world, and we work to provide reliable material information for our products.

Yes. Our jewelry findings are EU REACH compliant, making them suitable for businesses that require materials meeting international regulatory standards.

REACH compliance helps ensure that products meet requirements regarding the safe use of chemicals and materials within the European Union.

No. Our 1/20 14K Gold Filled materials are sourced from US-based suppliers. This material is then transferred to our manufacturing facility in China, where the final gold filled jewelry findings are created.

The country of origin refers to where the final product is manufactured, not where the gold filled raw material was originally produced.

We maintain transparency throughout our supply chain and can provide additional material information when needed.

Yes. We provide material certifications and documentation to help customers verify the quality and specifications of our products.

As a jewelry findings manufacturer, we understand the importance of transparency when purchasing precious metal components and wholesale jewelry supplies.

If you need additional documentation for a specific product, please contact our customer service team for assistance.

If you are a current customer and would like to obtain a login and password for online ordering, please contact your Customer Service Representative.

If you do not yet have an account with us and would like to begin ordering, please submit a customer application. This application can be completed online by entering your company information and submitting the form for review.

As a wholesale jewelry findings supplier, website access allows approved customers to view pricing and place orders online.

To apply for an account with open payment terms, complete and submit our online customer application.

This form can also be accessed by clicking "Create Account" at the top of our website. Once submitted, our team will review the information provided and follow up regarding account approval.

We accept the following payment methods:

• Company Check
• ACH
• Wire Transfer
• Credit Card: VISA® and MasterCard® accepted
• PayPal® (a 3% convenience fee will be applied)
• Alipay (available for China customers only)

For credit card payments, a credit hold will be placed on your account at the time of order. Your card will not be charged until the day of shipment. Please advise if you are using a debit card, as we do not place a credit hold on debit card accounts.

Please note that we do not accept cash payments.

Yes. We have a minimum order amount of $250.

If an order is submitted for less than this amount, our team will contact you to either add additional items to your order or cancel the order.

Pricing is available on our website, but customers must log in to view pricing information.

Existing customers can contact us to receive a username and password. New customers should complete and submit our online customer application, which can also be accessed by clicking "Apply for Account" at the top of the website.

Because we specialize in wholesale jewelry findings, pricing is tailored for approved wholesale customers.

Accurate shipping charges cannot be calculated until your order has been pulled and the exact weight and package dimensions have been determined.

An estimated shipping cost can be provided at the time of order. Simply contact our Customer Service Department with your web order number, and our team will be happy to provide an estimated shipping amount.

If your jewelry findings items are in stock, we will ship your order the same day.

If an item is not currently in stock, turnaround times will vary depending on the product and availability. Your Customer Service Representative can provide an estimated lead time for your order.

As a jewelry findings manufacturer, we work to maintain inventory levels and provide reliable turnaround times for our wholesale customers.

Shipping charges depend on the total order weight and box size.

Your Customer Service Representative can provide an estimated shipping cost at the time of your order.

The metal prices displayed on our website are based on the current market pricing for precious metals, including the London Fix for gold and silver, along with applicable metal premiums.

For gold, we use the second London Fix plus our metal premium. For silver, we use the London Fix that occurs once per day at noon GMT. When there is no London market, we use the most recent available market price.

Our current metal premiums are:

• Gold Fixing: PM London Fix plus 3.5% surcharge
• Silver Fixing: London Fix plus 6.5% surcharge

The London Fix is a globally recognized benchmark used throughout the precious metal industry to establish pricing for gold and silver products. JK Findings uses the PM Gold Fix to help determine daily gold market pricing.

No. Product pictures are not shown at actual size.

For accurate sizing information, click on the product listing and review the description and specifications tabs. These sections provide important details such as dimensions, weight, and material information.

If you need additional sizing information, our Customer Service Department is happy to assist.

Precious metal prices fluctuate based on global market conditions, supply and demand, economic factors, and other industry influences.

Because many of our jewelry findings are made with gold and silver, changes in metal markets can affect product pricing. We update our pricing based on current market conditions to provide accurate and transparent pricing for our wholesale customers.

No. We do not have a public showroom or physical retail selling location.

Customers can browse our wholesale jewelry supplies and jewelry findings online. We also welcome opportunities to meet with customers during scheduled sales trips or at trade shows where we exhibit or attend.

Our catalogs and product flyers are available through the Catalogs and Flyers section of our website.

To view a catalog, select the catalog you would like to review. An interactive version will load, and you can use the printer icon within the catalog viewer to print a copy.

Our jewelry findings catalogs include information about our products, materials, and available wholesale jewelry supplies.

Yes. While we do not have a public showroom, customers may request to meet with our team during scheduled sales trips or at trade shows where JK Findings exhibits or attends.

Trade shows provide an opportunity to discuss products, manufacturing capabilities, and wholesale jewelry findings solutions directly with our team.

Below are common abbreviations used throughout jewelry findings catalogs, product descriptions, and manufacturing specifications.

• 1# - 1 Number Hard Wire
• 2# - 2 Number Hard Wire
• 3# - 3 Number Hard Wire
• 4# - 4 Number Hard Wire
• AT - Anti-Tarnish
• C and L - Click and Lock
• CL - Closed
• CZ - Cubic Zirconia
• DC - Diamond Cut
• DN - Double Notch
• DS - Dead Soft
• DSCB - Double-Sided Checkerboard Stone
• ga - Brown and Sharpe Wire Gauge
• GP - Yellow Gold Plated
• ID - Inside Diameter
• JR - Jump Ring
• LB - Leverback
• LC - Lobster Claw
• MOA - Minimum Order Amount
• MOQ - Minimum Order Quantity
• OD - Outside Diameter
• OX - Oxidized
• QSTM - Quality Stamp Trade Mark
• RGP - Rose Gold Plated
• RH - Rhodium Plated
• SPAT - Silver Plated Anti-Tarnish
• SPS+ - Silver Plated with Silver Plus Anti-Tarnish
• SR - Spring Ring
• TC - Trigger Clasp
• TO - 1 Troy Ounce = 31.1035 Grams

Understanding jewelry terminology can make selecting the correct components easier when designing and manufacturing jewelry.

For additional information about common types of findings and chain terminology, jewelry professionals may reference industry resources and educational materials from established jewelry trade organizations.