A layer of gold that has been electro-deposited onto a metal; its thickness is measured in microns
= gold has two specific properties which make it valuable in industrial and commercial uses, it resists oxidation and corrosion to a very high degree and it retains its attractive color The main advantage of gold plating over other methods of applying gold to surfaces, is that electroplated coatings do not have pores as gilded coatings do This provides significantly longer lifespans and corrosion resistance