There are four basic choices when a selecting a metal for an engagement ring; white gold, yellow gold, rose gold and platinum. Making the right choice is important as well as intriguing, and knowing some basic facts about each of the above metals will assist you along the way. Both budget and personal preference need to be taken into account for the best possible outcome.
Like the institution of marriage, gold is long lasting, precious and pure, as well as unaffected by the passage of time. It follows that wedding rings are most often fashioned out of gold. In popular culture, gold often implies goodness including: “as good as gold”, “has a heart of gold”, and “golden opportunity”. The metal remains a universal symbol of wealth and success, not to mention love.
Gold has been used for ornamental periods for thousands of years. Great human achievements are frequently rewarded with gold, as in the form of gold metals, trophies, and other decorations.
White, yellow and rose gold are resilient and their surfaces are not easily marred or scratched. To preserve the pristine condition of your gold jewelry, always use a soft cloth bag or padded jewelry box for storage.
A warm water and mild soap solution will keep your engagement ring clean and a soft brush, such as a toothbrush, is also recommended for the task. Avoiding harsh chemicals such as bleach, ammonia, and chlorine is advised, along with the use of a soft cloth rather than paper towels.
Of great beauty, white gold remains a very popular choice when selecting a setting for an engagement ring. In fact, in recent years, it has taken the lead in gold ring settings. Similar in appearance to more costly platinum, white gold enhances the color and sparkle of diamonds in engagement ring settings. White gold is often coated with a wash of rhodium, an Icy reflective white metal which is a member of the platinum family. This gives your engagement ring and jewelry an even whiter glow.
Because of the addition of metal alloys over time, white gold will dull in appearance, but its original luster can easily be restored by re-polishing, followed by rhodium re-plating. If you wish to achieve a still higher level of white gold, Damasci artisans are pleased to offer a version of your engagement ring setting or jewelry in 19k white gold.
White gold can be manufactured in the following purities; 10k, which contains 41.6% gold and the 59.4% is alloys; 14k contains 58.5% gold and the remaining %41.5 is alloys. 18k gold contains 75% gold and 25% alloys and finally 19k contains 79.2% gold and 20.8% alloys.
In order to assure the highest quality standards in white gold, Damasci offers its exclusive collections in 18 and 19k. Our skilled artisans can also fashion your jewelry requirements in a white gold karat purity grading of your choice, in our Custom Design Studio.
All gold found in a natural state is yellow in color. When employed in jewelry, it is usually combined with other metals called alloys, which strengthen the otherwise soft state of the metal. One of the reasons gold is highly prized is its ability to resist corrosion, rust and tarnishing. Just as diamonds are often described as “forever”, so too is gold. From a jewelry artisan perspective, gold is easier and more flexible to work with than other precious metals.
Engagement ring settings must possess strength and pure 24k gold in its raw state is too soft for jewelry manufacturing. And for this reason the addition of alloys is required to strengthen the precious metal. Yellow gold can be manufactured in the following purities: 10k, which contains 41.6% gold and the 59.4% is alloys; 14k contains 58.5% gold and the remaining %41.5 is alloys. 18k gold contains 75% gold and 25% alloys and finally 22k contains 91.6% gold and 9.4% alloys.
Damasci is pleased to offer its jewelry collections in 18k and 22k yellow gold of the highest standard. Our skilled artisans can also fashion your jewelry requirements in the karat grading of your choice, in our Custom Design Studio.
Rose gold, also known as pink or red gold, is prized for its warm, reddish tone and occasionally is used in diamond engagement ring settings. The amount of copper content of the alloy will determine its red, rose, or pink shade. The greater the copper content, the deeper the rose tone.
Rose gold can be manufactured in the following purities: 10k, which contains 41.6% gold and the 59.4% is alloys; 14k contains 58.5% gold and the remaining %41.5 is alloys and finally 18k gold contains 75% gold and 25% alloys.
Damasci is pleased to offer its jewelry collections in 18k rose gold of the highest standard.
Our skilled artisans can also fashion your jewelry requirements in the karat grading of your choice, in our Custom Design Studio.
Platinum, an extremely rare metal, used in the production of fine jewelry is associated with exclusivity and wealth. For example, in the music industry, an album selling more than a million copies is credited as “platinum”. The precious metal was first used in royal jewelry in the early twentieth century when Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother’s coronation crown was fashioned out of platinum.
Platinum is prized for both its durability and beauty. Never fading or changing color, due to the metals naturally occurring white sheen, it never requires rhodium plating. its popularity in diamond engagement ring settings is increasing with each passing year.
Like the institution of marriage itself, platinum is permanent and will last forever. Platinum is a true symbol of eternal love, and its magnificent, natural white sheen never fails to enhance the fine diamonds it supports.
More costly than gold, platinum is found only in small quantities, in a limited number of mines around the world. Highly dense and also durable, the metal possesses great strength and, compared to other precious metals, is able to endure considerable stress. Because of its density, platinum is a secure median for setting your diamonds.
With an unusual purity rating in the 90-95% range and alloyed with small amounts of palladium, iridium as well as ruthenium, platinum also comes as a welcome relief to those suffering from metal allergies.
All of Damasci’s exclusive jewelry collections are crafted in the highest standards of 95% platinum and 5% iridium, palladium, ruthenium and other alloys.
Platinum’s beautiful sheen, is easily maintained by immersing it in a mild solution of warm, soapy water and gently scrubbing it with a soft brush, such a toothbrush. Always store platinum jewelry in a soft cloth bag or padded jewelry box.
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