White Gold Wedding Rings are Still a Good Choice

Nov 13
09:31

2012

mehboob talukdar

mehboob talukdar

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White gold was first used for jewellery making in the 1920’s and it was a more cost effective choice for couples that wanted the look and shine of a platinum wedding ring but could not afford the price.

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White gold wedding rings became a lot more popular during World War II when the use of platinum became restricted for military purposes only.

 

White gold wedding rings are made from a mixture of gold and other metals like palladium,White Gold Wedding Rings are Still a Good Choice Articles silver, platinum or nickel. The white gold is then plated with rhodium which gives it that shiny, white finish that we all know and love so much. Yellow gold has long been the traditional choice of metal for wedding bands, but white gold is increasing in popularity and white gold wedding rings are being chosen by couples that prefer a modern feel and want a more modern look on their wedding day.

 

One of the reasons that more and more couples are opting for white gold wedding rings is the sheer variety of styles and design options that are available. Whether you want a simple plain band or an intricately designed, braided or textured wedding ring, the choices are endless. You can even have your wedding ring set with precious gem stones or designed according to your own specifications to get a truly unique and distinctive wedding ring.

 

White gold is also a perfect backdrop for diamonds and many couples who wish to have diamonds set into their wedding rings choose white gold for this reason. Another reason why white gold is still a good choice for wedding rings is the price. White gold wedding rings will cost less than the equivalent ring in platinum. So if you are looking for a wedding ring that remains within your budget but is also modern and fresh as well as beautiful, white gold is the right choice.

 

Although platinum is a more durable metal and is stronger, a good quality white gold wedding ring will stand the test of time and will also withstand normal wear and tear without bending or scratching. White gold will lose its whiteness after a period of time but you can easily restore white gold to its original lustre by having it re-plated with rhodium. This is an inexpensive job and should ideally be done every 1-2 years.

 

In summary, white gold wedding rings are a perfect choice if you want to remain in budget and the majority of people cannot tell the difference between white gold and platinum just by sight. Using white gold for your wedding rings is still a good choice and every couple is sure to find white gold wedding rings that suit their tastes as well as their lifestyle.