Findings in 925/999 silver for custom jewelry making

We offer a wide range of findings in 925/999 silver for your jewelry creations at discounted prices. Discover our accessories in Sterling Silver 925, Silver 999 and Rhodium-Plated Silver to create your own jewelry: rings, bails, chains, beads, clasps, etc. These elements are used daily by jewelry artisans to create quality jewelry for men and women!

What is 925 silver?

925 silver is a precious metal composed of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals to make it harder. 925 silver can also be referred to as sterling silver or sterling silver 925. It is more resistant and durable than pure silver, which is softer and more prone to scratches and twisting. 925 silver is also easier to work with for jewelry artisans, allowing for more intricate designs. Jewelry made of 925 silver is also hypoallergenic, causing little to no skin reactions for most people. Lastly, 925 silver is a precious metal that retains its value over time.

What is 999 silver?

999 silver represents a highly refined form of precious metal containing 99.9% pure silver. Unlike 925 silver, which includes 7.5% other metals to enhance its hardness, 999 silver is almost entirely made of silver. This gives it superior softness and malleability, making it ideal for jewelry projects requiring precision and delicacy. However, its high purity also makes it more prone to scratches and deformations. While less common in everyday jewelry due to its delicacy, 999 silver remains a preferred choice for high-quality collectible pieces and artistic creations.

What is the difference between 925 silver and rhodium-plated silver?

We also have findings in rhodium-plated 925 silver, where the surface is coated with a protective layer of rhodium, a platinum component, to prevent silver oxidation, keeping your jewelry shining longer! Generally, rhodium-plated silver has a darker color than classic 925 silver (antique silver), but it will retain all its brilliance.

Check out our video presenting our 925 silver findings. Follow our tutorials for new inspirations for your jewelry creations.

Sterling Silver Chain for Handmade Costume Jewelry Creation

France Perles offers you chains with fine or larger links: in 925 sterling silver and in rhodium-plated silver. You will find a wide selection of chains with different types of links: cable, curb, beaded, snake, curb, oval, chevron, etc. according to your needs. These chains are available in necklace format (finished necklace with a clasp) or in unassembled format to customize yourself.

A 925 Sterling Silver chain is a chain made from pure silver that has been alloyed with other metals, usually copper, to give it increased hardness and resistance. The 925 indicates that the chain is composed of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals. This is a common standard for silver jewelry and is considered sterling/solid silver. 925 Sterling Silver chains are often used in jewelry making because they are elegant, durable, and affordable.

Use our 925 Sterling Silver jewelry findings in combination with your silver chain to create a timeless, quality piece of jewelry.

Findings in Gold Filled for creating durable and timeless jewelry

France Perles offers a wide range of findings and accessories in Gold Filled for your jewelry creations at discounted prices. Create quality jewelry for men and women by combining our 14-carat Gold Filled findings with our natural gemstones or cultured pearls.

What is 14-carat Gold Filled?

Gold Filled, also known as laminated gold, is a widely used treatment in the United States; it involves applying a low percentage of gold (5%) on a brass base. Its 5% 14ct gold content gives the findings a better appearance than gold-plated ones, and has a more attractive cost than an alloy with a higher gold content (such as 18ct). The gold weight in Gold Filled is therefore much higher (50 to 100 times more) than in a simple gold-plated product, allowing it to have a much better durability over time (a lifetime if used normally). Gold Filled can be 9, 12, 14, or 18 carats, depending on the nature of the gold applied to the brass base.

Prefer rose gold color? Discover our items in 14K Rose Gold Filled! Are you more of a Silver addict? Browse through our collection of 925 Silver accessories!

Want to learn more about Gold Filled? Find out in this article that explains the difference between Gold Filled and gold-plated.

Findings in 14K Rose Gold Filled for creating durable and timeless jewelry

France Perles offers a wide range of findings and accessories in 14K Rose Gold Filled for your jewelry creations at discounted prices. Create quality jewelry for men and women by combining our 14K Rose Gold Filled findings with our natural stones or cultured pearls.

What is 14K Rose Gold Filled?

Gold Filled is a widely used treatment in the United States; it involves applying a low percentage of gold (5%) on a brass base. Its 5% 14ct gold will give the findings a better appearance than gold-plated ones, and will have a more attractive cost than an alloy with a higher gold content (such as 18ct). The weight of gold in Gold Filled is therefore much higher (50 to 100 times more) than in a simple gold-plated product, allowing it to have a much better durability over time (a lifetime if used normally). Gold Filled can be 9, 12, 14, or 18 carats, depending on the nature of the gold applied to the brass base.
The rose color of Gold Filled depends on the copper content present in the 14ct gold. The higher the copper content, the more coppery pink the color will be.

Prefer the yellow gold color? Discover our items in 14K Gold Filled! More of a Silver fan? Browse through our collection of 925 Silver accessories!

Want to learn more about Gold Filled? Find out in this article that explains the difference between Gold Filled and gold-plated.

Findings in gold-plated brass for creating sparkling costume jewelry

Wholesale supplier of gold-plated jewelry findings on brass, we offer you a wide range of accessories for your jewelry creations at decreasing prices. Create affordable jewelry for men and women by combining our gold-plated findings with our gemstones or our cultured pearls.

At France Perles, we offer gold-plated findings in 14K, 16K, 18K, and 24K gold with a gold plating thickness ranging from 0.03 to 0.5 microns (except stones set with a 1-micron plating). The term "Flash" can also be used for gold-plated findings. All our gold-plated findings are guaranteed nickel-free, lead-free, and cadmium-free.

What is Gold Filled?

The process of obtaining Gold Filled is the same as that of gold-plated, i.e., through electrolysis. The only differences lie in:
- the thickness of the gold layer, which is much thinner than gold-plated (less than 3 microns).
- the gold used, which must be 24K gold. Indeed, to benefit from the Gold Filled designation, the plating must be done using 24K gold.

Looking for more durable findings? Discover our 14K Gold Filled items! Prefer Silver? Browse through our collection of 925 Silver accessories!

Want to learn more about the gold designation? Find this information in this article that explains the difference between gold filled and gold plated.

Findings in Stainless Steel for Fantasy Jewelry Making

France Perles offers you findings and accessories in Stainless Steel for creating your quality jewelry pieces. Our stainless steel jewelry findings include clasps, fasteners, hooks, pins, and other elements used in crafting handmade jewelry. They are often chosen for their durability, corrosion resistance, and modern, elegant appearance.

What is Stainless Steel 304?

Stainless Steel 304 is a commonly used stainless steel in jewelry making due to its properties of corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and wear resistance. It is also hypoallergenic and easy to clean.

*It is recommended not to wear your jewelry during prolonged swims, as this can remove the protective coating of the finding and cause it to rust. Rinse your stainless steel jewelry with clear water after swimming.

Findings for Jewelry Making

Metal findings are essential elements for creating original and personalized jewelry. They allow you to make various designs and add style to your creations. There are different types of metal findings, such as rings, clasps, end caps, chains, earring findings, etc.

These metal findings come in various colors and finishes, such as silver, gold, bronze, or copper. You can choose the metal findings that best suit your preferences and needs. Metal findings are easy to use and can be combined with other materials like beads, gemstones, or pendants. With metal findings, you can create unique and original jewelry pieces that reflect your personality.

All the metal findings for jewelry from France Perles are guaranteed nickel and lead-free to prevent any allergic reactions while wearing them. We meticulously select the findings based on the precision of details and the quality of craftsmanship.

Jewelry Wires - Beading Wire, Elastic Cord, Leather Cord, and More

Beading wires, cotton, griffin, and elastic are commonly used materials for jewelry creation. Beading wires are metal wires coated with nylon or silk that offer good strength and a beautiful finish. Cotton threads are natural threads that bring softness and comfort to jewelry. Griffin threads are special threads for stringing beads that have a needle integrated at one end. Elastic cords are flexible and stretchable cords that allow for making bracelets without a clasp. These different types of wires are suitable for various jewelry techniques and styles according to the desires and needs of creators.

France Perles offers its selection of threads for beading, braiding threads, and highly resistant cables for all your creations. We provide you with a wide range of colors for all your jewelry ideas.

Zirconium oxide beads for jewelry creation

Zirconium oxide beads in different colors and shapes. Zirconia is the common name for zirconium oxide.
Zirconium oxide is a wear-resistant material used in various applications. After firing and sintering, it can only be worked on with diamond tools.

Pandora beads and rhinestone beads for creating costume jewelry

These beautiful costume beads can be worn with various other accessories to add your personal touch to your style. They break the rules by combining classic colors and chic flashy colors, an explosive mix that will enhance your personality and your elegant and seductive look.

Thread Pompons for DIY Costume Jewelry Creation

Thread pompons are an essential element for hanging and decorating in the creative design of jewelry. Discover all our thread pompons in various colors and materials (nylon, silk imitation) for finishing your necklace, bracelet, and all types of your jewelry.

Thread pompons are decorative accessories that can be used for DIY costume jewelry creation. They are made from cotton, wool, or silk threads and come in different shapes, colors, and sizes. They can be attached to chains, earrings, bracelets, or necklaces to add an original and colorful touch to your creations.

Pliers, scissors, needles, essential tools for jewelry creation

Jewelry making is an art that requires suitable and quality tools. Among the essential tools for jewelry creation:

- Pliers: there are different types of pliers for various functions (cutting, bending, crimping, etc.). They allow you to handle metal wires, beads, clasps, and other jewelry elements.

- Scissors: used to cut textile threads, ribbons, cords, and other soft materials used in jewelry making.

- Needles: useful for threading beads or making sewing stitches on fabric or leather.

- Rulers and templates: help in measuring and tracing shapes and dimensions of jewelry pieces.

It is important to choose high-quality tools suitable for your skill level to succeed in your jewelry creations.

Envelopes, fabric pouches, and pouches for handmade jewelry

Discover our entire selection of envelopes, fabric pouches, cases, and holders in various colors and materials to protect and package your jewelry.

Tubular mesh for handmade jewelry creation

Tubular mesh is a hollow cord, sold by the meter, that you can use for creating your jewelry. You can insert rhinestones if you wish. To thread beads over it: burn the end of the mesh and twist it between your fingers to allow easy insertion into the beads. To insert rhinestones or seed beads, cut off the burnt end.

Jade Roller for Facial Skin Health

The jade roller is a small accessory composed of a handle and one or two stone rollers that are used on the face for a facial self-massage. Using it daily helps to promote blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, boost cell activity, collagen production, and relax the muscles.

Jewelry Making Glue

At France Beads, we have decided to expand our collection of tools so that you can find everything in one place, always with a team ready to assist you, providing advice and tips.