Top 5 precious metals to use for your bespoke ring

While diamonds might be the most popular choice of gemstone for many rings, you also need to choose the correct precious metal to set your precious gem into. From gold to palladium, platinum to titanium or sterling silver, there are many valuable metals to suit both your style and your budget.

GOLD

Gold is one of the most common precious metals used in jewellery. Pure gold is too soft to be used in making jewellery, so it is amalgamated with different alloys such as zinc, silver, or nickel to lend durability. These mixtures create various types of gold …

• Yellow Gold is the purest form of gold mixed with copper and silver metal to give its warm glaze.
• White Gold is one of the most widely accepted metals worldwide. This metal gets its white-silvery hue from a combination of diverse metals including yellow gold with nickel, copper, and zinc. White gold is plated with one of the sturdiest elements called rhodium which is responsible for lending a reflective appearance to this metal.
• Rose Gold is made of yellow gold combined with a copper alloy which lends a warm pink tone to the metal.
• Green Gold is created by mixing yellow gold with zinc, silver, and copper. Green gold is relatively rare and nature-inspired.

PLATINUM

Platinum has become one of the top choices of jewellery lovers. It is one of the sturdiest and most durable metals, is naturally white and does not lose its colour over time. It is not coated or plated with any other metal. However, over time, the surface of this metal can be impacted and develop little ridges and bumps. But these minute marks give this metal an antique feel.

PALLADIUM

Palladium is an alternative to platinum if you have a tight budget. It is one of the light weight metals and is comfortable for everyday use. Palladium is not as durable as other metals but is ideal for someone with a dynamic lifestyle. Unlike gold and platinum, palladium develops scratches over a while and is not the right choice for anyone looking to wear it for a lifetime. 

SILVER

Historically silver was considered more valuable than gold, but today, silver is one of the most reasonably priced precious metals. Sterling silver is pure silver mixed with copper and other metals to make it sturdy. Because of the soft traits of sterling silver, the metal can get scratches and dents. The downside of this metal is that silver tarnishes as it ages, so it needs proper storage and good care.

TITANIUM

Titanium is popular when it comes to men's rings. It is not only durable but also lightweight, making it the perfect choice for someone not used to wearing jewellery. This metal is easy to maintain and is scratch-proof. It doesn't need extra care to keep it looking amazing. The only drawback of using titanium is that it can’t be resized.

If you are interested in having your own bespoke fine jewellery ring made, contact our atelier on +65 6733 4100 to book an appointment or email bespoke@thejewelbox.com.