Artificial Jewellery in Pakistan — Is It Worth Buying? Complete Honest Guide
by Bee's Creations on Jul 11, 2026
Artificial jewellery — also called fake jewellery, imitation jewellery, or fashion jewellery in Pakistan — ranges from genuinely excellent value to low-quality pieces that turn your skin green within a week. This honest guide breaks down everything you need to know before buying, explains the difference between good and bad artificial jewellery, and helps you make the right choice for your budget.
What is Artificial Jewellery in Pakistan?
Artificial jewellery in Pakistan refers to any jewellery that is not made from solid precious metals (gold, silver, platinum). The category includes:
- Gold plated brass or copper: The most common and lowest-quality artificial jewellery sold in Pakistan — the plating wears off quickly, the base metal turns skin green
- Gold plated stainless steel: Mid to high quality — stainless steel doesn't corrode, so the base metal is stable even when plating eventually wears
- 18K PVD gold plated stainless steel: Premium artificial jewellery — the gold is applied via Physical Vapor Deposition at a molecular level, creating a waterproof, long-lasting, hypoallergenic finish that rivals real gold in appearance and durability
- Silver plated / rhodium plated: Various quality levels depending on base metal
Is Artificial Jewellery Worth Buying in Pakistan? Honest Answer: It Depends
Not Worth It — Low-Quality Gold Plated Brass
The cheap artificial jewellery sold in most Pakistani markets and many local online stores is plated brass or copper. It turns green within weeks, the plating chips and wears unevenly, and it can cause skin reactions. This type of jewellery is a false economy — you buy it cheaply, but it's unwearable within a month.
Signs of low-quality artificial jewellery in Pakistan:
- Very cheap prices (under Rs. 200–300 for a necklace)
- Heavy weight relative to size
- Bright, almost orange-gold colour (not a natural gold tone)
- No information about the base metal provided
- Green tinge on the inner surface of rings or bracelets
Excellent Value — 18K PVD Gold Plated Stainless Steel
This is a genuinely different product category from cheap artificial jewellery. 18K PVD plated stainless steel — like all Bee's Creations jewellery — is:
- Waterproof: Genuinely waterproof — wear in the shower, rain, and sea without colour change
- Hypoallergenic: Safe for all skin types including sensitive skin — nickel-free, lead-free, cadmium-free
- Tarnish-free: Does not tarnish, oxidise, or change colour with normal wear
- Long-lasting: With basic care, these pieces maintain their appearance for years, not weeks
- Safe: 316L surgical-grade stainless steel is the same material used in surgical instruments — completely body-safe
How to Tell the Difference When Shopping
| Feature | Low Quality | High Quality (Bee's Creations) |
|---|---|---|
| Base metal | Brass or copper | 316L stainless steel |
| Plating process | Electroplating | PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) |
| Water resistance | No | Fully waterproof |
| Skin safety | Often causes reactions | Hypoallergenic, nickel-free |
| Longevity | Weeks to months | Years with basic care |
| Price range | Rs. 100–500 | Rs. 500–3,000 |
The Smart Approach to Artificial Jewellery in Pakistan
Buy fewer pieces of better quality rather than many pieces of low quality. A single Rs. 1,000 necklace that lasts 3 years is far better value than five Rs. 200 necklaces that each last 3 months.
Bee's Creations offers the complete range of high-quality artificial jewellery in Pakistan — necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings — all in 18K PVD gold plated stainless steel. Free delivery on orders above Rs. 4,500. COD available. Your jewellery arrives in 3–4 working days anywhere in Pakistan.