This series reflects our tradition of over 100 years of rope making. The result is a chain of unmatched premium quality. All strings are coated with real 24 carat gold and are therefore completely immune to tarnishing or corrosion. Their durability is, compared to normal ropes, up to three times higher and they are suitable for people allergic to nickel. The GOLD STRINGS are characterized by a brilliant sound and the typical SOUND OF GOLD, which was also loved by Frank Zappa. And of course, Brian May also plays his OPTIMA GOLD STRINGS guitars.