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Gold ring vs Platinum ring
The engagement and the wedding are two significant events in a human being's life. There are many preparations to be made before and during these ceremonies.
The potential alloys are Titanium, Zirconium, Platinum, Gold, Silver and the like but most of the time the quest is zeroed in on Platinum and Gold.
Here starts the endless saga of rendering the pros and cons of both metals. It's not that challenging, though when we acquaint ourselves with the properties of both alloys.
Platinum and Gold are exceptionally beautiful. Platinum is a hard metal while Gold is soft; it needs to be mixed with different alloys to make ornaments. One should seek out the various aspects when deciding which metal to use for the wedding ring: appearance, durability, comfort, cost, maintenance, and investment.
Platinum is a beautiful silvery-white coloured metal while pure Gold is soft and yellow. White Gold is Gold mixed with at least one white metal; usually nickel, silver or palladium and then coated with rhodium for a sparkling white finish. Rose gold is again pure Gold combined with copper to give the enchanting pink look to the metal.
The artificial white colour rendered with rhodium in white Gold might fade away with regular use, revealing a slight tinge of yellow on the ring . In contrast, Platinum is naturally white and therefore has no issues of fading.
Platinum resists corrosion. It's a ductile, malleable and lustrous metal. It's also hypoallergenic, thus making it a perfect choice for people with sensitive skin.
Platinum also bends, but it's unbreakable.
Gold cost is determined by its karat; which is the amount of Gold used in the ornament. Different karats are 9K, 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K and 24K, where 24K is pure Gold, 22K has 91.67 percent of pure gold 18K contains 75 percent of pure Gold mixed with 25 percent of various other metals.
On the other hand, Platinum is a scarce metal and jewellery made from it is 90 to 95 percent pure, the remaining part of which is also a rare element called iridium. Platinum is, therefore, a lot costlier when compared to Gold.
Platinum is a smooth metal to use. It doesn't tarnish, rust or break. It stays as beautiful as new even after years of regular usage. Platinum may get scratches, but it doesn't erode.
On the other hand, Gold does wear and tear. It may not weigh the same as it used to when purchased, after years of use. It bends and also breaks easily. Gold is highly brittle, and these disadvantages render it unsuitable to be used as daily wear.
Nevertheless, wedding bands in both the metals are super stylish, and flocks love to flaunt them. Diamonds can be engraved in both the metals, although Platinum would hold them better. A wedding ring in Platinum studded with diamonds is perhaps the most beautiful sight to avail.
Gold is affordable, but regular buffing is needed to preserve its sheen. Rose gold is in trend these days due to its unique colour.
