White Gold Diamond Engagement Rings

White gold engagement rings

The preferences in metals have a lot to do with the style of an engagement ring as well as the affordability.  There are a number of metals that can be used for the band and setting however, the metal choices depend upon the stone set on the band.  Since certain stones based on either color, or cut, call for a specific metal, some metals are more universal than others such as the white gold.  

White gold engagement rings are very popular in 18 and 22 karats, even though there are lesser qualities of white gold such as 10 and 14 karat, the higher qualities are more flexible and widely incorporated into a number of engagement ring styles. Authentic antique rings originally used sterling silver as the metal of choice for engagement rings; however, the antique engagement ring should be refurbished in order to enhance the 18-22 karat white gold to maintain the ring’s value yet and show off it’s style.

There are white gold plain engagement ring sets that only display the band and no jewel.  However, the white gold is versatile and however not too hard so that engravings or filigree may be added to the white gold. Even if diamonds are not present, the engraving can enhance the sparkle of a white gold engagement ring. Because of white gold’s popularity as an alternative metal to more expensive metals such as platinum, or titanium, many people select white gold for engagement rings because of the cost.  Since white gold is more expensive than silver, some people choose to use silver as an alternative metal to white gold. 

White gold engagement rings are especially beautiful when intertwined with other metals to give the ring a two-tone effect. White gold can be mixed with other metals such as yellow gold or platinum.  However, it is not advisable to mix white gold with silver and/or titanium.  While white gold is more durable and flexible than its counterpart yellow gold, the two gold combinations make for striking piece of jewelry.  The only problem with white gold engagement is mistaking it for silver. Also, some brides may have an allergic reaction to white gold. In addition, since white gold isn’t a very hard metal, there is the potential of losing the luster due to exposure to harmful elements.  Outside of the disadvantages, white gold is an excellent inexpensive choice in metals that adds a vintage feel and beautiful contrast with all types of stones. Everything considered, there are many advantages to white gold and accounts for it’s great popularity