YELLOW GOLD
The metals most commonly added to create yellow gold are silver, copper, and zinc. This unique mixture gives yellow gold it’s distinct color.
Yellow gold most closely resembles pure gold, but it is also typically softer than other alloys and has a tendency to scratch more easily. It can be polished periodically, but with each polish a small amount of metal is lost.
WHITE GOLD
White gold is made by combining pure gold with metals like nickel, palladium, or silver. The mix affects its strength and softness — nickel makes it harder (ideal for rings), while palladium creates a softer alloy perfect for delicate settings.
Because white gold naturally has a slight yellow tint, it’s almost always plated with rhodium. This rhodium layer gives white gold its bright, cool tone and adds durability. Over time, the plating wears off and the warmer gold beneath can show through. Re-plating is possible, though it does come with a small additional cost.
ROSE GOLD
Rose gold is a mix of pure gold and copper. It is sometimes referred to as "pink" or "red" gold as well.
Rose gold was initially popular in Russia in the 19th century, and used to be called "Russian" gold. However, it is experiencing a resurgence in 21st century.
Although the names are often used interchangeably, the difference between red, rose, and pink gold is the copper content: the higher the copper content, the stronger the red coloration.
