MASONIC ONYX RING FINISHED IN 18CT YELLOW GOLD PLATED HEAVILY ELECTROPLATED AND STAINLESS STEEL BASE SO WILL LAST ! ION PVD GOLD PLATING IS FAR MORE SUPERIOR THAN TRADITIONAL PLATING. Stainless Steel jewelry is durable, will not tarnish or scratch under normal use, is nickle free and should be allergy free for most people.