Palladium
Palladium is one of the world’s rarest metals, palladium can be used to create that special wedding band that’s high in quality and, relatively speaking lower priced metal. With the increase in the price of gold and platinum, palladium is one of the best choices for those with a lower budget who don’t want to sacrifice quality or beauty.
Palladium is similar to platinum in that it’s hypo-allergenic and keeps well over time. It’s strong and never tarnishes over the years. It doesn’t require plating or other metals for protection – it will naturally stay white without regular maintenance and care. While it’s in the same group as platinum and looks very similar, it’s much lighter than platinum which makes it lower in price.
Platinum
Platinum is superior in beauty and quality. It’s the most durable, as well as the heaviest. It is the most expensive option on the market. It never wears out and only needs period gentle washing with soap and water to keep it shiny and bright.
As the rarest of the metals, platinum is one of the most popular choices for engagement rings. While it’s also the most expensive of the options, some designs may not cost much more than a higher end white gold, depending on weight and intricacies. It requires less maintenance than both white gold and palladium, and is the brightest white of all the metals. Platinum compliments any stone but works particularly well with blue and pink stones.
White Gold
Since gold is typically a yellow color, other metals are used to alloy yellow gold into white gold. Palladium is actually one of the alloys used to change the hue of the metal, in addition to silver, copper, nickel and zinc, which work together to make it especially strong and durable. It’s also quite resistant to rust and corrosion.
While the end result may appear silver, there will always be a slight golden glimmer in white gold wedding bands. It’s available in a variety of carats, which allows for a beautiful metal no matter what your budget. Prices and styles vary based on the metals used to produce the white shade and the percentages of each one.Customers with white gold bands must take care when using everyday cleaning chemicals as these rings are more prone to damage from harsh chemicals.
Beautiful and original, white metal is a natural element, which makes it more prone to damage from harsh chemicals. Those with the unique bands must take extra care when using household cleaning products, and should regularly wash their rings to ensure optimal shine and quality. With proper care, this metal is personal and long lasting.
