Learn about the precious metal options available, including appearance, durability, and price, to choose the ideal metal for you.
| platinum | 18k white gold | 14k rose gold | 18k yellow gold | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Platinum is a naturally lustrous silvery white, and because of its beauty and hypoallergenic status is a sought after metal for jewelry. | 18K white gold has a similar silvery white appearance to platinum, making it another stunning choice for jewelry. It is generally not suggested for those with a nickel allergy. | Rose gold is a lovely alloy of gold and copper, with a lustrous blush-pink tone. | 18K yellow gold boasts the rich hue for which gold is famous, and its luster is beautiful. |
| Durability | Platinum requires very little maintenance, as it is corrosion resistant and does not tarnish. It is also less malleable than gold. | Because it features rhodium plating, white gold must be re-plated with some regularity to maintain its color. | The copper in the alloy lends strength to 14K rose gold, so it is a durable choice which does not require extra maintenance. | 18K yellow gold is 75% fine gold and 25% alloys added to strengthen the metal, making it suitably durable for everyday wear. |
| price | Platinum is the most expensive of the precious metals, due to stunning appearance and superior durability. | White gold is more affordable than platinum, but requires more maintenance, so it may accrue more cost in the long run. | Rose gold is more affordable than platinum, and has approximately the same price point as white gold and yellow gold. | 18K yellow gold is more affordable than platinum, and at the same price point as white gold and rose gold. |
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Platinum is a naturally lustrous silvery white, and because of its beauty and hypoallergenic status is a sought after metal for jewelry.
Platinum requires very little maintenance, as it is corrosion resistant and does not tarnish. It is also less malleable than gold.
Platinum is the most expensive of the precious metals, due to stunning appearance and superior durability.
18K white gold has a similar silvery white appearance to platinum, making it another stunning choice for jewelry. It is generally not suggested for those with a nickel allergy.
Because it features rhodium plating, white gold must be re-plated with some regularity to maintain its color.
White gold is more affordable than platinum, but requires more maintenance, so it may accrue more cost in the long run.
Rose gold is a lovely alloy of gold and copper, with a lustrous blush-pink tone.
The copper in the alloy lends strength to 14K rose gold, so it is a durable choice which does not require extra maintenance.
Rose gold is more affordable than platinum, and has approximately the same price point as white gold and yellow gold.
18K yellow gold boasts the rich hue for which gold is famous, and its luster is beautiful.
18K yellow gold is 75% fine gold and 25% alloys added to strengthen the metal, making it suitably durable for everyday wear.
18K yellow gold is more affordable than platinum, and at the same price point as white gold and rose gold.
As part of our commitment to social and environmental responsibility, Brilliant Earth’s jewelry is crafted using recycled precious metals. Precious metals mining has a history of environmental degradation and social injustice, and choosing recycled precious metals helps reduce demand for new mining. Since our precious metals are re-refined into their pure elements, they are of the same quality as newly mined metals.
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Browse our collection of platinum engagement rings, beautifully crafted from the rarest precious metal.
Explore stunning engagement rings in lustrous 18K white gold.
View our beautiful 14K rose gold engagement ring settings, whose blush hue is a sought-after and distinctive choice.
Discover luminous yellow gold engagement rings, a perfect choice for those seeking a warm, sunny hue.
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