Think of an engagement ring and the most precious metal that comes to your mind is yellow gold. It has been the traditional choice for wedding rings because of its inherent value and beauty. However, the sparkling luster of white gold has increased since the 1990s. It honors tradition without compromising on beauty.
The white metal has certain features that make them unique and shine with their own valuable identity.
- They are bright and silvery-white
- Dense and malleable
- A modern twist on traditional plates
- It needs re-plating to preserve its color and luster.
- It is 25% less expensive than platinum and other metals
Is your engagement scheduled? Are you looking for beautifully-crafted wedding rings? Here are some common metal choices to opt for your ring that will make you look stunning on this auspicious day.
18K Yellow Gold
The composition of this metal is 75% Gold, alloyed with Copper, Silver, Zinc, and Cobalt. When molded in a ring it becomes shiny and beautiful with certain characteristics like
- It gives a rich look and feel
- Does not require plating
- It is workable
- Causes no skin irritation
Platinum
In the past few decades, platinum rings have become a popular choice for wedding rings and other jewelry. It is rarer than gold and expensive when compared to other metals. If you choose 14K gold for your jewelry, remember platinum is 40% heavier than it.
The harness and intricately curved design make it look sharper and precise giving you the finest looks on your engagement day. It is versatile, eternal material defining your love. Durable platinum never fades or tarnish making them one of the most expensive choice compared to other metals.
Palladium
It is of the platinum group that has enjoyed inconsistent popularity. It is lighter and less expensive than platinum and gold. It is naturally white, so it requires no plating like gold and platinum jewelry. When the rates of gold and platinum are high, palladium becomes the best choice.
Rose Gold
Rose gold is also referred to as pink gold. It is experiencing a comeback in the market. Used in earlier times as seen in the vintage jewelry, it is now redefining jewelry standards. Rose gold is a combination of certain metals especially copper that gives it a reddish look. Silver and zinc are also used in it to provide additional strength.
Rose gold has two classifications:
- 18K Rose Gold-75% gold, 25% copper, and silver
- 14K Rose Gold- 58.5% gold, 41.5% copper, and silver
18K White Gold
Technically, 18K white gold is a mixture of 75% gold combined with copper, nickel, zinc, and palladium. This whitish metal resembles platinum. It is plated with rhodium to give it a perfect white lustrous shine. It has better resistance to bending and scratching. This makes the jewelry maker draft customized jewelry design with a solid look and feel
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