Is white gold natural?

White gold does not occur naturally. It is manufactured by mixing yellow gold with another white metal such as silver, palladium, nickel, or zinc. The other metal will ‘bleach’ its color, and make it more durable as pure gold is too soft to wear as jewelry. It is also plated with rhodium to balance its… Continue reading Is white gold natural?

White gold does not occur naturally. It is manufactured by mixing yellow gold with another white metal such as silver, palladium, nickel, or zinc. The other metal will ‘bleach’ its color, and make it more durable as pure gold is too soft to wear as jewelry. It is also plated with rhodium to balance its white color and make it harder. Most white gold rings are 14K, which is only 58.3% of pure gold, or 18K which is 75%gold.

By Peter Norman

Peter Norman is one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated wedding jewelers, with his custom-made engagement rings and wedding bands taking center place in thousands of weddings over the last 40 years. Each engagement ring is custom designed, built to order, and can suit any budget: from the simply elegant 1-carat solitaires to the exquisite pieces fit for (and sometimes purchased by) royalty.