{"id":6308,"date":"2023-06-12T14:25:11","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T06:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fanstylejewelry.com\/?p=6308"},"modified":"2023-06-12T14:44:45","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T06:44:45","slug":"white-gold-vs-platinum-what-is-the-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fanstylejewelry.com\/?p=6308","title":{"rendered":"White gold Vs Platinum \u2013 What is the difference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kindly note that this article is originally from <a href=\"https:\/\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/white-gold-vs-platinum\/\">https:\/\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/white-gold-vs-platinum\/ <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/platinumVSwhitegoldBIG.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>White gold VS platinum, what is the difference? This article explains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How white gold is made from yellow gold and other alloys<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why platinum is superior in quality and value to white gold<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The pros and cons of each metal<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How to decide which is best for your personal taste and pocket<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>See each metal ON VIDEO at the end<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-white-gold-what-is-it\">White gold \u2013 What is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everybody knows it, but white gold doesn\u2019t exist naturally. It\u2019s made from yellow gold mixed with white metal alloys like palladium or silver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Afterwards,&nbsp;it\u2019s given a beautiful coating with a rare, silvery-white metal called rhodium. This final rhodium finish gives white gold its luminous sheen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/640px-White-gold-rhodium-plated.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">White gold ring coated in rhodium \u2013 Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-white-gold-mixed-with-other-metals\">Why is white gold mixed with other metals?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason why white gold is combined with alloys is because gold, as a metal, is extremely soft. If pure gold was used on its own in jewellery, it would bend out of shape very quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this reason, both yellow gold and white gold have to be mixed with harder alloy metals, to make them more rigid and durable in jewellery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-so-is-white-gold-jewellery-proper-gold\">So is white gold jewellery proper gold?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have heard the term \u201ccarat\u201d, abbreviated with the letter \u2018K\u2019. This measurement is used to describe the purity of gold. It tells you how much gold is in your jewellery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The measurement is on a scale of 24. On this scale,&nbsp;24K is the maximum and it represents pure gold. However, as we\u2019ve already covered, pure gold is too soft for use in jewellery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All jewellery is therefore made with precious metal alloys, containing set carat weights of gold.&nbsp;The gold carat weights most commonly&nbsp;seen&nbsp;in jewellery are 9K, 14K and 18K:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9K gold contains 37.5% pure gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>14K gold contains 58% pure gold<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>18K gold contains&nbsp;75% pure gold<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Aquamarine-2.69ct-And-Diamond-9K-White-Gold-Pendant-Item-G4984.png?w=900&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pendant made with 9K white gold<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-i-tell-how-many-carats-of-gold-are-in-my-jewellery\">How can I tell how many carats of gold are in my jewellery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the UK, all gold jewellery items above 1 gram in weight must be&nbsp;hallmarked. Hallmarking means a small stamp imprinted onto your jewellery, stating the carats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Great Britain, all hallmarking is&nbsp;carried out&nbsp;by Government Assay Offices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a piece of jewellery arrives at an Assay office, they&nbsp;examine it in their laboratory.&nbsp;If the gold content&nbsp;meets their strict requirements, they stamp it with the corresponding hallmarking symbol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read our comprehensive&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/hallmarking-jewellery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hallmarking article<\/a>&nbsp;if you\u2019d like to learn&nbsp;more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/hallmark-7-2.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ring being positioned for a hallmarking stamp at the London Assay Office<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-platinum-what-is-it\">Platinum \u2013 What is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Platinum is a naturally occurring white metal. It is rarer than gold, and much heavier and harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of its hardness, platinum can be used in a purer form than gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually at about 95%. Platinum jewelelry is consequently more expensive than gold jewellery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/640px-Platinum-nugget.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A nugget of platinum \u2013 Image by Alchemist-hp at Wikipemedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-platinum-scratch-proof\">Is platinum scratch proof?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people believe platinum is \u201cscratch-proof\u201d. In a way this is true, but not exactly correct.&nbsp;What actually happens is that while platinum doesn\u2019t&nbsp;actually scratch (in the sense of losing particles), its surface can develop little bumps and ridges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This \u201cridging\u201d is natural, as the metal gets pushed to one side and another while the jewellery\u2019s owner wears it. This is especially true for&nbsp;engagement and wedding rings worn on your hand day in day out, as they&nbsp;come into constant contact&nbsp;with hard surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This surface ridging in platinum jewellery&nbsp;is called \u201cthe patina of age\u201d. It&nbsp;is viewed as something desirable. The patina shows an item of platinum jewellery is much loved and used, and gives it an antique heirloom feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/news.thediamondstore.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/DR11-100Wh-opp1kzpnmbr2w7pbidh68fz0tjtkbn7dsfdsfcoe8k.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"DR11-100Wh\" title=\"DR11-100Wh\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-platinum-vs-white-gold-the-final-verdict\">Platinum VS white gold \u2013 The final verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main advantage of&nbsp;<strong>white gold<\/strong>&nbsp;over platinum is that it is much&nbsp;<strong>more affordable<\/strong>. However, the disadvantage is that you may need to have your white gold item recoated in rhodium every so often. This is&nbsp;<strong>inconvenient&nbsp;<\/strong>and the cost can add up over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Platinum&nbsp;<\/strong>jewellery, on the other hand, is initially&nbsp;<strong>more expensive<\/strong>&nbsp;than white gold, which can be limiting if you\u2019re on a low budget. However, it can be argued that platinum is better than white gold because it is more cost-effective in the long run (no need for recoating) and has&nbsp;<strong>better investment value<\/strong>&nbsp;in the long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-a-platinum-ring-on-video\">See a platinum ring on video:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-\u5d4c\u5165\u5904\u7406\u7a0b\u5e8f wp-block-embed-\u5d4c\u5165\u5904\u7406\u7a0b\u5e8f\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=_8E5cvz1Ax8%3Fenablejsapi%3D1%26autoplay%3D0%26cc_load_policy%3D0%26cc_lang_pref%3D%26iv_load_policy%3D1%26loop%3D0%26modestbranding%3D0%26rel%3D0%26fs%3D1%26playsinline%3D0%26autohide%3D2%26theme%3Ddark%26color%3Dred%26controls%3D1%26\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-a-white-gold-ring-on-video\">See a white gold ring on video:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-\u5d4c\u5165\u5904\u7406\u7a0b\u5e8f wp-block-embed-\u5d4c\u5165\u5904\u7406\u7a0b\u5e8f\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=onwt7Do0mtc%3Fenablejsapi%3D1%26autoplay%3D0%26cc_load_policy%3D0%26cc_lang_pref%3D%26iv_load_policy%3D1%26loop%3D0%26modestbranding%3D0%26rel%3D0%26fs%3D1%26playsinline%3D0%26autohide%3D2%26theme%3Ddark%26color%3Dred%26controls%3D1%26\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thediamondstore.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TheDiamondStore.co.uk&nbsp;<\/a>to view beautiful&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thediamondstore.co.uk\/search\/go?w=*&amp;af=metal%3aplatinum&amp;isort=rating\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">platinum<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thediamondstore.co.uk\/search\/go?w=*&amp;af=metal%3awhitegold&amp;isort=rating\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">white 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