Gold does not oxidize or corrode, and the yellow color is the metal itself, not a surface treatment that wears away with time. The piece will look the same in twenty years as it does today.
Made With Purpose
Accidental release during normal wear is highly unlikely because the spring-loaded gate requires deliberate manual pressure to open. The clasp does not respond to incidental contact or tension on the chain.
A Storied Heritage
Since the early twentieth century, 14kt gold has remained the most common gold purity among fine jewelry manufacturers in the United States.