All That Glitters: The Difference Between Yellow, Rose, and White Gold

Gold color is determined by the metal alloys mixed with pure gold. While color is a personal preference, the different properties for each style of gold should be considered as well. Different colors of gold have different maintenance needs; to understand more about gold's durability, read our gold karat guide.

 

Gold Color Alloy Metals Maintenance Visual Style Best For
Yellow Gold Silver, copper Low Warm, classic Timeless everyday jewelry
White Gold Nickel or palladium Medium (replating) Bright, modern Contemporary styles
Rose Gold Copper Low Soft, blush tone Durable everyday wear

 

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