You might think of white gold as a classic engagement ring choice, but in fact, the metal was actually only invented 60 years ago. Whilst vintage engagement rings used platinum, this became increasingly hard to get hold of during the last century, and so white gold was born. White gold engagement rings have quickly become a modern classic the world over.
White gold is actually yellow gold combined with other metals, which makes it stronger, more reflective and less likely to tarnish - all great qualities to have in an engagement ring. Pure yellow gold is an extremely soft metal, so combining this with copper, nickel or zinc gives it the longevity that you need in such a special jewelry purchase.
Jewelers love working with white gold because it’s malleable, rather than brittle, so it allows them to get creative with the design of the ring. White gold is also particularly suited to diamonds, since the color will reflect the sparkle of this brilliant stone. And, it’s one of the easier metals to keep at its best, as long as you use the proper cleaning materials.
Boasting both beauty and practicality, it’s easy to see why white gold engagement rings have become such a popular choice in recent years.