What You Need to Know About Gold

Steeped in tradition, gold is sleek, simple, and carries an air of prestige and refinement. The amount of gold in any piece of jewelry is measured in karats, with pure gold being 24K. Gold is a soft metal and in its purest form, it’s not strong enough to be used as a wedding ring – it requires the strength of other, less flexible metals such as zinc and copper. All of our white gold wedding rings are 14K, the recommended size for daily wearing. 

How White Gold is Made 

The desired silver color of white gold is made possible due to the addition of metals like palladium, manganese, and nickel. But take heed if you have sensitive skin; white gold is not hypo-allergenic. And just like most wedding bands, it will still scratch with everyday wear and tear and it will need to be re-dipped from time to time to maintain its white color.

 Why White Gold is a Great Choice 

White gold wedding bands carry the desired look of silver that many grooms aim for, but is more affordable than platinum. White gold is timeless, valuable and looks almost exactly the same as platinum – a more expensive, precious metal.