White Gold Vs. Platinum: A diamond jewel goes hand in hand with precious metal. We use the 5Cs, like the 4Cs, for determining a diamond’s quality (carat, color, clarity, and cut). Colorless diamonds are best appreciated in a white gold or platinum setting. We realize that the two precious metals are used interchangeably, and it is time to change this misunderstanding because gold is not platinum, and in platinum, there is gold.
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White Gold Vs. Platinum – Diamonds Quality
Color and Care
The color of white gold is formed by mixing gold with silver, nickel, palladium, and manganese. There is nothing like pure white gold. Also, the precious metal is often covered with an extra layer of rhodium for a whiter, brighter finish. And this process must be repeated from time to time. Otherwise, the color will return to its focal ingredient; yellow gold. Platinum, on the different hand, has a natural white color and does not turn yellow as white gold jewelry does over time.
White gold and platinum may appear to be the same color, but they are different. White gold has the distinctive color of silver, while platinum looks grayish. It is recommended not to use both precious metals together. For example, if you choose a white gold diamond engagement ring, it is best not to choose platinum wedding bands.
Precio
The price is the main advantage of choosing a white gold ring over platinum. Platinum is rarer and therefore more expensive. Only 160 tons of platinum are mined a year, which is very little compared to the 1500 tons of gold. Platinum is also heavier than gold, and since the price of precious metal is determined by its weight, it is not surprising that platinum is more expensive. The cost of gold is about half that of platinum, and perhaps that extra money could be spent on a bigger, prettier diamond.
White Gold Vs. Platinum – Composition
Most white gold jewelry is available in 14 karats (58.3% pure gold) or 18 karats (75% pure gold). The more complex the number of carats, the more pure gold it will contain. Gold in its most pristine state is 24 carats. However, it is too soft to make jewelry, so it must be alloyed with other metals.
White Gold Vs. Platinum – Culture
Gold symbolizes wealth, wisdom, and divinity. The golden years refer to the good times, the golden weddings, and the anniversary of the 50 marriage. Gold is perhaps considered the most traditional precious metal, especially for wedding and engagement rings. Gold is durable and symbolizes the undying love and devotion between the couple.
Regarding medals, gold always refers to the first prize, although platinum is the new symbol of wealth and prestige. Regarding credit cards, platinum cards often have better benefits and privileges than gold cards. In addition, Hollywood’s obsession with platinum also influences, making platinum the new gold.
What is a Platinum Ring?
Platinum is one of the noblest metals, with gold, silver, and palladium. But of all these, it’s the most prestigious metal, exclusive and laborious to work with.
Platinum is rarer than other metals (in comparison, it’s found 15 times less than gold and 100 times less than silver).
Rings Made from an Alloy of Platinum and Gold
Platinum rings have a greater purity than gold rings, and this is due to their alloy.
Alloys are created because gold and platinum need other metals to make them more complicated and malleable and improve their color, making them more suitable for jewelry.
For example, in the case of white gold, we mix pure gold (76%) with palladium (10%), silver (9%), and copper (5%).
On the other hand, platinum rings consist of 95%-96% pure metal and only 4%-5% copper to increase their hardness.
The alloy used for platinum rings is the purest; it only needs copper to make it more hard-wearing.
What is a White Gold Ring?
Did you know that this type of gold was created to imitate platinum? It is because, initially, not everyone could get platinum.
Silvery gold is a mixture of pure gold and extra metallic element (palladium, copper, and silver) that add color and hardness.
Here you can see our alloy of white gold:
Pure gold needs palladium and silver to make it whiter and more malleable. Copper provides hardness and strength.
White gold also needs rhodium plating to give the alloy a whiter, more brilliant; otherwise, it tends to be duller and greyer.
