Although 18K Yellow Gold is the traditional choice for engagement rings, 18K white gold and platinum are currently hugely popular and their silver colour is particularly effective at enhancing the sparkle and brilliance of Diamonds. We have settings available in all three of these metals.
Platinum’s cool white sheen is perfect for accentuating the sparkle and brilliance of Diamonds as it doesn’t cause any colour to be reflected in the stone. Platinum is extremely durable and strong making it ideal for Jewelry that’s worn on a daily basis. It’s highly resistant to stress and withstands both extreme heat and extreme cold, which means platinum Jewelry will retain its good looks better than any other metal. Unlike other Jewelry metals, platinum is actually deemed to look better with wear. Surface scratches form a patina that’s considered highly desirable, however, the metal can easily be returned to its original polished state by a Jeweler if that’s what you prefer. Platinum is ideal for allergy sufferers as it doesn’t contain any nickel.
Scarcity and exclusivity come at a price. Expect to pay 25-30% more than for the same setting in Gold.
Gold doesn’t rust, tarnish or corrode, and it won’t lose its colour over time. It’s prized for its lasting beauty that improves with age. Gold is much more malleable than Platinum, so it’s easier to work into fine, intricate designs. Gold Jewelry is always a worthy investment and the price of Gold is more stable in times of economic depression than that of Platinum.
Gold Jewelry can become scratched, especially when worn on a daily basis. Because nickel may be present in the gold alloy, Gold may not be suitable for metal allergy sufferers.
White Gold doesn’t rust, tarnish or corrode. White Gold is much more malleable than Platinum, so it’s easier to work into fine, intricate designs. It’s also less expensive than Platinum and is ideal for those who want the look of Platinum with the heritage and tradition associated with Gold.
White Gold Jewelry can become scratched, especially when worn on a daily basis. White gold’s rhodium plating will wear away over time. You’ll need to have it re-plated to keep its ‘white’ colour however, this is a simple process. Nickel may be present in the gold alloy, White Gold may not be suitable for metal allergy sufferers.