All of our chains are made in the USA. Gold filled chain is a budget friendly alternative to solid gold chain, has the same appearance as solid gold chain and will last for decades, unlike gold plated chains.  Gold filled contains at least 5% solid gold, while gold plated chains has .05% - that's 100 times more gold on gold filled chains.  Gold filled was invented in early 19th century England, where the technique was used to create semi-precious and better quality custom jewelry during the Victorian Era. You can still find antique gold filled jewelry from the Victorian era, that has lasted and still looks great.