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(Susan in VA) wrote:

For me, the REAL STUFF is cost-prohibitive. I just can't
afford it. But I would definitely chose gold-filled over
gold-plated. As Sooz said, even if the gold plating is over
sterling, it just DOES NOT STAND UP TO WEAR. So if you can
afford it, go for the real gold. If not, gold-filled is the
next best. Lastly (or, IMHO, never), gold plated.

HTH! Susan in VA
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Although I have to say, I like the look of worn vermeil.

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