As the price of gold continues to reach record highs in international markets, the entire jewelry and fashion supply chain is facing new challenges. The rising cost of raw materials directly impacts production and pushes companies and designers to rethink strategies and materials.

In this scenario, low-karat gold alloys and galvanic solutions that optimize the use of precious metals in deposits are proving to be a concrete and responsible answer — and Legor is ready with a portfolio of technical solutions that meet the moment, without compromising the quality or aesthetic value of the final jewel or accessory.

9kt, 10kt, 14kt: An Opportunity Not to Be Underestimated

Legor’s low-karat gold alloys — starting from 9kt (375‰) — offer concrete and measurable advantages:

— Lower gold content means a lower overall cost of the precious metal
— Excellent workability, even for closed-system casting and any kind of mechanical processing
— Bright, stable colors thanks to optimized formulations
— Excellent mechanical properties, with hardness values — in some cases — reaching up to 150 HV

The Legor alloy range includes a wide selection of yellow, white, and red gold alloys in low karats, designed to meet any production need: from mechanical working to stone-included casting. From Gold Line – the family of master alloys for white and yellow gold jewelry – to Aurora – the romantic pink alloy family – and Antares – the timeless red gold family – all available in low-karat versions as well.

Legor Plating Solutions for Fashion: High Performance, Less Gold

Alongside low-karat alloys, Legor offers an entire range of galvanic processes designed to reduce gold consumption, without compromising the accessory’s aesthetics or durability.

The three main goals:

1. Reduce the thickness of gold deposits
2. Lower the percentage of gold in galvanic baths
3. Protect outer layers with transparent or colored e-coating varnishes

From the VEGA white nickel-free bronzing process, to STRONGOLD acid gold plating, to JETBLACK and ULTRABLACK ruthenium-based dark finishes, and the CERAMIX and KLIAR cataphoretic coatings — every solution is designed to combine innovation with value.

Whether it’s high-end jewelry or fashion accessories, tackling the current high-price gold environment requires smart, reliable, and sustainable solutions. That’s why Legor supports its clients with a path of innovation, technical consultancy, and market-driven solutions — tailored to foster creativity, control costs, and guarantee superior technical performance, even when external conditions change.