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Yellow Gold - What is the difference between white gold and yellow gold?
Yellow gold is the most common precious metal option. It is a popular choice for jewelry, especially engagement and wedding rings. This is because it appeals to those who like both its rich appearance and strength.
Buying an engagement ring can be an incredibly stressful endeavor. The various options available on the market can make the process seem overwhelming. When it comes to choosing metal, gold is one of the most popular ring materials. However, learning about the differences between white gold and yellow gold will help you narrow down your options. In this article we will enlighten you.
Chemical composition of yellow gold and white gold
White and yellow gold have many things in common. However, because pure gold is soft and pliable, both white and yellow gold are often mixed with other metals to make them strong. Yellow gold is obtained by mixing pure gold and alloys of copper and zinc, while white gold is a mixture of pure gold and white metals such as palladium, nickel and silver. If you are worried about the percentage of pure gold, you should focus more on the karat number.
Yellow gold
Yellow gold is the most popular type of gold jewelry in Germany. Pure gold is very soft, so it is used by alloying it with silver and copper. The purity of alloyed gold is determined by fineness and carat. Pure gold, also called fine gold, has 24 carats, and the lower the carat, the lower the gold content in the alloy, which has a great impact on the price of gold. Yellow gold has a very warm and elegant look. Yellow gold is timeless and therefore a very appropriate gift to celebrate life’s most important events. Depending on the fineness scale, there may also be a difference in the hue of the yellow gold.
Yellow gold alloys
Yellow gold is created by alloying with silver and copper in certain proportions. Yellow gold can have different subtleties. The decisive factor is the amount of pure gold. The following table gives values for carat and fineness:
- 8 carat = 333/1000 gold pieces = 33.3% gold
- 14 carat = 585/1000 gold pieces = 58.5% gold
- 18 carat = 750/1000 gold pieces = 75.0% gold
- 21 carat = 875/1000 gold pieces = 87.5% gold
- 21.6 carat = 900/1000 gold pieces = 90.0% gold
- 22 carat = 916/1000 gold pieces = 91.7% gold
- 24 carat = 999/1000 gold pieces = 99.9% gold
Is yellow gold of good quality?
The higher the karat number of the gold, the higher the gold content, but the less robust the metal. Gold must be combined with other alloys to strengthen it. Either 18 karat or 14 karat gold is used for wedding and engagement rings.
Advantages of yellow gold over pure gold
999 gold consists of 99.9% pure gold. However, because 24 karat gold is incredibly fragile and can be easily damaged, it is rarely used in jewelry making. 24 karat gold is perfect for investment, but if you are looking for jewelry to wear, yellow gold is preferable as it makes your for example gold engagement ring more durable.
What makes the difference in appearance?
As the name suggests, yellow gold has a yellowish color. The metal has a vintage and classic color appearance and complements lower color diamonds quite well. On the other hand, white gold has a yellowish hue and a platinum-like appearance. The color goes well with gemstones and diamonds of different colors. Rhodium plating on white gold makes the metal appear completely white.
Is yellow gold real gold?
Yellow gold is indeed real gold. Yellow is the only naturally occurring color in gold jewelry. All gold jewelry begins as yellow gold.
Can white gold be turned into yellow gold?
In short, no. The far more complex answer is that while it is technically possible to get rid of the white alloys that give white gold its color, it is not very feasible. To remove the white from white gold, the gold would need to be melted down and all non-gold alloys carefully extracted, then the remaining yellow gold solidified and reshaped.
Removing the rhodium plating is easier, but most gold treated with rhodium already contains nickel and/or palladium; rhodium plating is an additional measure, not a unique method of producing white gold.
Is yellow gold more expensive than white gold?
There is no price-value difference between the gold in white gold and jewelry in yellow gold, as long as it is hallmarked with the same carat weight. For example, 750 (18 karat) white gold and 750 (18 karat) yellow gold contain the same percentage of gold. However, white gold jewelry can be slightly more expensive than yellow gold due to the manufacturing process it goes through when it is mixed and plated.
Which is more durable and easier to care for - yellow gold or white gold?
The durability of these metals depends on the mixture of alloys used to produce them. In general, white gold is stronger and more durable than yellow gold because it is made of harder, alloyed metals. A hard rhodium coating provides an additional layer of protection against wear. Yellow gold, on the other hand, is more prone to scratches and dents because it is not rhodium plated. Therefore, the metal may need to be repolished to restore its luster.
The rhodium on white gold needs to be re-plated from time to time, and maintenance or resizing of rings requires an additional plating step at additional cost. Yellow gold is easy to repair and requires less maintenance.
Other advantages of yellow gold
Yellow gold requires the least amount of maintenance compared to other gold colors. It is the best kind of gold for allergy sufferers and especially sensitive skin.
Yellow gold or rather white gold - Which is better?
Yellow gold is best for:
- Those who love vintage style jewelry
- Darker or olive skin tones
- Less active people
White gold is best suited for:
- Who leads an active life,
- Light skin tones,
- White gold is a perfect match for lighter skin tones, as it complements cooler colors and
- to those who love modern, easy-to-wear styles.
Deciding whether to go with white gold or yellow gold depends on your personal preferences. Some of the factors you should consider before deciding are your skin tone, current fashion trends, whether you have sensitive skin, and whether you have an active lifestyle. In the end, both types of metal are excellent in their own respect. So the decision is yours! Both white gold and yellow gold can be sold at a very good price.
Selling yellow gold - easy and carefree and lossless
If you express interest in selling your gold jewelry such as gold earrings, gold chain, gold bracelet or gold ring, we offer you a unique service. Easygold24 is your experienced contact for all matters concerning the sale of yellow gold. Order a free shipping bag now and send us your yellow gold and fully insured. As soon as we receive your goods, the process of analysis begins. Our professional team of highly qualified experts will analyze your yellow gold using the latest technology and provide you with a detailed listing of all the contained quantities of gold and precious metals. Following this, you will receive a non-binding offer for your yellow gold. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us by e-mail or phone.
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