Gold

Gold
MIL-G-45204
AMS-2422 & 2425
ASTM-B-488

A gold coating can range from matte to bright finish.  It demonstrates good corrosion resistance, has high tarnish resistance and provides a low, electrical contact resistance.  It also acts as a good conductor.  Gold has a high reflectance capability for infrared light and in the form of Laser Gold, which exhibits the highest IR reflectivity done by any electroplating process.