When looking for jewelry, you have to solve a dilemma - which precious metal to choose. One of the most popular are gold and platinum, in particular, engagement and wedding rings are often made from them. Of course, other nuances such as jewelry design, model, gemstones and other issues are no less important. "Golden Dream" jewelry professionals discuss in detail how these two precious metals differ in terms of properties, color, care, and advise on how to choose jewelry that best reflects your style or other personal needs. We invite you to spend a few minutes on information that will enrich your knowledge.
COLOR
First of all, gold or platinum can be recognized by the natural color of the metal.Gold has warmer tones. Classic yellow, romantic pink dominate, and white gold is usually covered with a protective layer of rhodium, so white gold can look like platinum at first glance. Due to the greater variety of colors, gold is a more versatile metal and can be more easily adapted to different styles of jewelry or to create a personal image.
Platinum is a more luxurious metal. Platinum rings and other jewelry are distinguished by their cold white color, silvery shine, which does not fade naturally over time. Platinum is often used to create jewelry with a modern, minimalist design. This precious metal gives mystery, the cold shine of platinum metal looks very innovative and glamorous.
LONGEVITY
The strength of platinum and gold is different, so this aspect is very important when choosing jewelry - after all, it's an investment, so we want jewelry to please you for a long time with its excellent aesthetic appearance and quality.Platinum is denser and heavier than gold, so it is more resistant to scratches and deformation. Platinum jewelry is perfect for everyday wear, such as wedding rings, engagement rings, your beloved diamond earrings, or a bracelet from your significant other.
The longevity of gold depends on its fineness (look for a mark like 14K or 18K). Gold is softer than platinum, so it can wear out faster, especially under the influence of external factors such as moisture, pressure, scratches, etc. Jewelers consider platinum to be stronger, more durable and less maintenance-intensive than gold.
SUPERVISION
As we've covered before, the maintenance of gold and platinum differs due to the different properties of the metals. Gold, especially delicate white, requires regular renewal and polishing. Because white gold is softer, it is coated with a protective layer of rhodium that wears over time, and white gold can tarnish and lose its natural luster. Platinum jewelry, on the contrary, is less sensitive to wear, although the surface may become matte, but it does not lose its natural cold shine, and polishing is required less often.HYPOALLERGENICITY
Platinum is naturally hypoallergenic, making it perfect for sensitive skin.Gold, especially of lower fineness, may contain nickel or other metal impurities that can cause allergies.
PRICE
Platinum is a rarer, more luxurious and stronger metal, so the price of platinum products is usually higher. Also, platinum has a relatively high density, so when making jewelry from it, a larger amount of metal is used. The budget that chooses gold jewelry is more versatile, you can choose from several different price options. The price of gold depends on its fineness (e.g. 14K – 18K), making it more economically friendly.WHICH TO CHOOSE - GOLD OR PLATINUM?
The final decision depends on your personal needs, aesthetics and individual style. Evaluate the durability of precious metals, care, your finances. Since the range of gold colors is wider, gold jewelry is easier to combine with the desired image. Platinum is a stronger and more durable metal, it charms most people with its cool-toned silver luster, so it is perfect for modern styles, for example, platinum wedding rings with gemstones look really unique and attract attention.The jewelry house "Golden Dream" is an ideal place to discover both gold and platinum jewelry, which will give wonderful meaning to the most important moments of your life! We invite you to visit our online store or meet in person at the salons in Vilnius and Kaunas.
