[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fwTZCkFEqXqZkuoXuzz3zhQTGttj7pmbvB4j8XBF-ZJA":3},{"success":4,"data":5,"message":99},true,{"id":6,"cat_id":7,"offer_id":8,"title":9,"slug":10,"image":11,"bnr_image":12,"short_desc":13,"description":14,"faq":15,"author":16,"author_image":17,"meta_title":18,"meta_desc":19,"meta_keyword":20,"tag":21,"view":22,"active":23,"order":24,"created_at":25,"updated_at":26,"category_name":27,"category_slug":28,"created":29,"recent_blogs":30,"next_blog":55,"previous_blog":60,"recommend_blogs":65,"blog_offer":90,"blogcategory":98},51,5,6,"Platinum Vs. Gold: Which Is Better Platinum Jewelry Or Gold?","gold-vs-platinum-jewelry","https://assets.friendlydiamonds.com/fdl/backend_blogs/23-06-15/573c73b65c72d927d597dbb2bd8a96db91b1b2df.jpg","https://assets.friendlydiamonds.com/fdl/backend_blogs/23-06-15/176bb19240eea224fa208a44f3cf0dfe36df434a.jpg","Which is worth the splurge?","\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Platinum Vs Gold; Which is better? Is gold jewelry better? Or is platinum jewelry better? These are frequently asked questions when it comes to purchasing jewelry. To be fair, there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to platinum vs gold. It all comes down to what you are searching for, your expectations, the amount you're willing to spend, i.e., your budget, and whether or not you're looking to maintain your jewelry regularly.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch6>TABLE OF CONTENT\u003C/h6>\r\n\u003Cul>\r\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca title=\"Understanding Platinum & Gold Jewelry\" href=\"../\">Understanding Platinum & Gold Jewelry\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\r\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca title=\"What is the Difference between Platinum & Gold Jewelry?\" href=\"../\">What is the Difference between Platinum & Gold Jewelry?\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\r\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca title=\"Understanding the Cost Difference\" href=\"../\">Understanding the Cost Difference\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\r\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca title=\"Which is the Better Option for You?\" href=\"../\">Which is the Better Option for You?\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\r\n\u003C/ul>\r\n\u003Ch2>Understanding Platinum & Gold Jewelry\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Platinum vs gold are both precious metals popularly used in the creation of jewelry that includes \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">\u003Ca style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/engagement-rings\">high-quality engagement rings\u003C/a>\u003C/span> and wedding rings. Both metals are also used to make fine jewelry for women, such as earring bracelets and \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">\u003Ca style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/pendant-settings\">pendants\u003C/a>\u003C/span>. Gold comes in various purities and various metal colors. Gold, when first obtained in its most natural form, has a sparkling and distinguished color of yellowish-golden. It is quite appealing, making it a choice for jewelry.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://assets.friendlydiamonds.com/fdl/blogs/gold-vs-platinum-jewelry/revamped/image-1.webp\" alt=\"Platinum & Gold Jewelry\" width=\"1152\" height=\"800\">\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Ca style=\"display: inline-block; font-size: 14px; padding: 8px 18px; color: #000; border: 1px solid #000; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: 600; width: 100%; text-align: center;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/engagement-rings\">SHOP LAB DIAMOND Engagement rings\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Although this pure form of 24kt gold is appealing, it is not suitable for jewelry production as it is a malleable form of gold. Hence, it has to be mixed with other metals to create durable metals that can be used to make jewelry. The alloys obtained after mixing the gold with other metals lead to the formation of various purities that include 18k, 10k, and 14k gold and gold colors that include white gold, \u003Ca href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/ring-settings/yellow-gold-engagement-rings\">\u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">yellow gold\u003C/span>\u003C/a>, and rose gold.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">In recent times, white gold, obtained by combining white metals like silver or nickel before giving it a rhodium plating finish, has become a popular choice. Mixing metals and adding the rhodium plating finish provides the gold with a distinguished white color with a sparkly sheen distinguishing it from the traditional yellow-gold color. In fact platinum and white gold look almost the same because of the color that is mimicked by the white gold, but of course both metals are entirely different and not the same.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\">What is the Difference between Platinum & Gold Jewelry?\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Ch4 dir=\"ltr\">Platinum Vs. Gold: Appearance & Color Difference\u003C/h4>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The most noticeable distinction between platinum vs gold jewelry is the difference in metal colors. Platinum is available exclusively in white and comprises 95-98 percent platinum with only a minor amount of alloys added to its mix.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Gold is often thought of by most as a yellow metal even though it is also available in colors white and rose after combining with other metals. White gold looks like platinum simply because of rhodium-plated nickel, zinc, and copper alloys that are added to the original yellow gold.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">The rhodium plating on white gold rings and other white gold jewelry gives the jewelry a bright silvery white color, just like that of platinum jewelry. The rhodium plating, however, fades over time and leads to the white gold turning to its natural yellow appearance. So while white gold and platinum have a lustrous surface, platinum retains its gleaming appearance, while white gold requires polishing and replating to retain its luster.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://assets.friendlydiamonds.com/fdl/blogs/gold-vs-platinum-jewelry/revamped/image-2.webp\" alt=\"Platinum & Gold lab diamond Jewelry\" width=\"1152\" height=\"806\">\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Ca style=\"display: inline-block; font-size: 14px; padding: 8px 18px; color: #000; border: 1px solid #000; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: 600; width: 100%; text-align: center;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/ring-settings\">customize your own engagement ring\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">If you are not looking for white gold or platinum jewelry, yellow gold is an excellent choice for various reasons. The upkeep and maintenance of yellow gold are much less than other gold colors, and if buying a \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">\u003Ca style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/lab-diamond-rings\">diamond ring\u003C/a>\u003C/span>, you can choose a slightly tinted diamond.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Diamonds with even a slight tint can stand out against metals like white gold and platinum. On the other hand, the same tinted diamond will actually appear colorless because of the yellow-gold color contrast. When looking for a gold metal that has more of a feminine color and is also durable, then choosing rose gold for its pink-like hue is best.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch4 dir=\"ltr\">Platinum Vs. Gold: Wearability & Comfort\u003C/h4>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Other alloys are added to jewelry to change its strength, color, shine, and so on. Some of these metals, however, can cause skin reactions. For example, nickel is known to cause allergies, especially to those with sensitive skin. If such is the case, it is best you pick a hypoallergenic metal like platinum.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Hypoallergenic metals don't have nickel, so when you wear platinum jewelry, it is extremely unlikely that you will have any skin allergies. Also, know that yellow gold is the most hypoallergenic of all the gold color variants. Gold jewelry is also lighter and less dense than platinum jewelry, making it a more comfortable option for wearability.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Also, platinum is less scratch resistant and can get scratched easily compared to 14k gold, as it is softer than 14k gold. 14k gold is composed of 58.3% gold, and the rest of its composition are all alloys making it more scratch resistant and difficult to get scratched or dented.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://assets.friendlydiamonds.com/fdl/blogs/gold-vs-platinum-jewelry/revamped/image-3.webp\" alt=\"Build your own engagement ring\" width=\"1152\" height=\"806\">\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Ca style=\"display: inline-block; font-size: 14px; padding: 8px 18px; color: #000; border: 1px solid #000; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: 600; width: 100%; text-align: center;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/ring-settings\">expLore engagement ring settings\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">You don't lose any of your platinum on your platinum jewelry when it gets scratched, though. Instead, the metal; i.e. platinum, just moves to another part of the metal surface. You can easily repair and get your platinum jewelry back to its original state. With gold, however, the metal actually comes off the surface.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Platinum rings that are scratched also give the rings an antique-looking patina finish that some people prefer. Hence if you’re looking for long term wearability and comfort you should choose platinum jewelry.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch4 dir=\"ltr\">Platinum Vs. Gold: Strength and Durability\u003C/h4>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Both gold and platinum are strong precious metals. Platinum, however, is more durable and outlasts gold because of its high density and chemical composition making it less likely to break when compared to gold. Although platinum is stronger, it is still softer than 14k gold; hence, it scratches more quickly. 18k and 24k gold are, however, softer and more scratch resistant when compared to platinum.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">\u003Ca href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/ring-settings/rose-gold-engagement-rings\">\u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">Rose gold\u003C/span>\u003C/a> is the most durable of the gold variants because it has high copper content.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\">Understanding the Cost Difference\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Platinum holds more value than gold as platinum jewelry has higher purities and densities when compared to gold jewelry. Platinum is also a rare metal, and more of it is required to create platinum jewelry. There is also a price differential between gold and platinum jewelry. Since more of the metal is required to create platinum jewelry, platinum is more expensive than \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">\u003Ca style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/ring-settings/white-gold-engagement-rings\">white gold\u003C/a>\u003C/span> and other gold variants.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Ch2 dir=\"ltr\">Which is the Better Option for You?\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">When it comes to precious metals, platinum and gold are both appealing options. Platinum is the way to go if you have a bigger budget and are looking for a high-quality, low-maintenance metal. If you prefer the white color but don't have a budget to accommodate the purchase point of platinum jewelry, then go with white gold. If you want something with a vintage feel, yellow gold works well. And if you prefer a feminine color to your gold jewelry, then there is nothing better than rose gold.\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp>Friendly Diamonds is an online, eco-friendly jewelry brand offering gold and platinum jewelry crafted with \u003Ca href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/lab-diamonds\">\u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">lab diamonds\u003C/span>\u003C/a> at budget-friendly rates. With a wide range of jewelry to choose from, including engagement rings, wedding jewelry like eternity rings and couple bands, and fine jewelry that includes \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">\u003Ca style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/fine-jewelry/stud-earrings\">stud earrings\u003C/a>\u003C/span>, \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(106, 97, 97);\">\u003Ca style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/fine-jewelry/tennis-bracelets\">tennis bracelets\u003C/a>\u003C/span>, and pendants, there is a piece for everybody on their online store. The brand also allows you to create your own gold or platinum jewelry piece by choosing your jewelry setting, \u003Ca href=\"https://friendlydiamonds.com/loose-diamonds/\">\u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(106, 97, 97); text-decoration: underline;\">lab diamond shape\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/a>, and metal color.\u003C/p>",null,"Edmar Hendricks","https://inventory.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/fdl/backend_blogs/23-04-05/bad9c2904dc7b9f15ebd9c07d37d6541bfba3d88.png","Platinum Vs. 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