| Platinum | 14k White Gold | Sterling Silver | |
| Color: |
Naturally bright white |
Gold is naturally yellow and other metals need to be added to change the color to a champagne gold, then finished with rhodium to achieve the bright white color. | Naturally grey |
| Formula: |
95.2% platinum, 4.8% ruthenium (for increased scratch resistance.) |
58.5 % gold, 22.5% copper, 9% silver, 6% nickel, 4% zinc with a rhodium finish. | 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper with a rhodium finish |
| Allergy Info: | Platinum is hypoallergenic. | Contains nickel and copper. We can custom make a nickel free version with palladium for an additional cost. | Contains copper. |
| Cost: | Platinum jewelry is more expensive! Platinum is 1.5x as heavy and around 10x more rare than gold. | 14k Gold jewelry is less expensive! Currently, gold costs more per ounce than platinum but because of platinum's density, it takes twice as much platinum to make the same exact ring. 14k Is also alloyed with more metals, so less gold = less expensive . | The least expensive of the precious metals. Silver is abundant and lightweight. |
| Durability: | More durable than gold and has higher scratch resistance but can still be scratched and may develop a patina which can be removed via polishing. Great for designs with smaller prongs or thinner bands since the metal won't bend as easily. | Durable and lightweight, with high tarnish and corrosion resistance, but is also softer than platinum, and can be scratched or lose its shape. The rhodium finish is extremely durable but may fade over time, showing the less-white color underneath. While not noticeable in most cases, it may need to be refinished to make it bright white again. | Silver is soft, malleable, and prone to tarnishing. If the jewelry is too thin, it can become mishappen. The rhodium finish adds tarnish resistance and a little strength, but silver is not recommended for thinner pieces. The rhodium finish may eventually need to be replated. |
| Care: | Plain platinum jewelry can be cleaned with mild soap, warm water, and a soft brush or cloth. Or clean in an ultrasonic cleaner. For jewelry with stones see our care guide. | Same as platinum, plain white gold jewelry can be cleaned with mild soap, warm water, and a soft brush or cloth. Or clean in an ultrasonic cleaner. For jewelry with stones, see our care guide. | Clean your silver with a soft cloth and mild soap and water. Only use an ultrasonic cleaner on silver with no stones. |
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