The Beauty of White Gold Engagement Rings
Sure, you’ve seen lots of engagement rings but how many were white gold engagement rings? Probably not that many. The beauty of white gold is often forgotten. White gold engagement rings are as beautiful and timeless as those made of yellow gold. This article will tell you about white gold engagement rings before you make your decision. Who knows, you may decide that a white gold engagement ring is for you.
What are white gold engagement rings?
White gold engagement rings are made using white gold. But wait, isn’t gold yellow? Yes it is, but there is also white gold. White gold is made by combining two metals to produce a new color. The end product is gold, but it’s a different color. White gold engagement rings are often confused with those made of silver. But upon inspection, it’s clear that white gold is more brilliant than sterling silver.
There are three ways in which white gold engagement rings are made:
- Nickel and pure yellow cold mix to create white gold
- Palladium and yellow gold can achieve white gold
- Silver is sometimes used to make white gold
Gold is soft and often needs coating to become durable jewelry. White gold engagement rings receive extra protection from a chemical known as Rhodium. It is a hard, silvery white metal that is highly reflective. It adds protection to an already brilliant ring. However, the coating doesn’t last forever and must be maintained properly to retain the ring’s brilliant color. We offer Rhodium colorings for our white gold engagement rings but it must be requested.
What are the advantages of white gold engagement rings?
The main advantage of white gold engagement rings is that they resemble those made of platinum, but are priced considerably less. Many people who love the look of platinum but can’t afford the price choose white gold instead. The money saved on buying a white gold engagement ring can go towards the diamond or other decorations on the band.
White gold engagement rings are also fashion conscious. Like platinum, the shining brilliance of a white gold ring seems to draw special attention to the diamond. That’s why it’s a good reason to invest in the highest quality diamond within your budget. With a white gold engagement ring, your diamond will definitely be more noticeable. To call even more attention to your diamond, consider a Prong setting. We offer Prong settings of all types.
White gold engagement rings go well with any ensemble. They can be matched with any piece of jewelry and fit perfectly. The same can’t be said for yellow gold. Yellow gold is beautiful but it doesn’t necessarily fit well with other types of jewelry. Some people are allergic to the nickel often used to make white gold engagement rings. If your heart is set on white gold but you’re concerned about a possible allergic reaction, make sure your ring is palladium or silver white gold.
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