Engagements are one of the special moments in your life that has to be carefully planned. Aside from preparing your emotional and financial state before the proposal, you also ought to prepare the best gold engagement ring for your partner, that is if she wants gold. Whether you want to propose to your girl in a restaurant or in a special memorable place, a big task is ahead of you.
The ring should symbolize your love and sincerity. Engagement rings are probably the first major and serious move you will do on your road to marriage. These symbolic rings are worn on the left-hand ring finger. The main reason why engagement rings are worn on the fourth left finger is that it is believed that the vena amoris (vein of love) is located in this finger.
Unique Gold Engagement Rings
When it comes to engagement rings, the most classic option is a gold engagement ring. If you want to go traditional, you can get a yellow gold ring with a diamond stone. If you are more adventurous, read on for more unique gold engagement ring inspirations.
Rose Gold Engagement Rings
If you want to stay away from the stereotypical designs, you can choose different stones for your gold engagement rings; try ruby, emerald, sapphire, and many more. If you want to take your gold engagement ring into a whole new level of style and beauty, you can opt for gold alloys of different colors like white, pink, rose and black.
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What’s a Gold Alloy?
Before browsing for the best gold engagement rings, it is important for you to understand different gold alloy options, know the things to consider before buying, and have knowledge on the proper caring tips for gold engagement rings.
Are you one of those people who gets confused with different gold alloys? Have you ever wondered if gold rings (not yellow) are real? First, let us clarify that gold rings with colors other than yellow are real gold too; they are not an imitation and they are not fake, or faux. They are as real as their yellow counterparts.
These gold rings of different colors are called gold alloys. Alloys are made when gold is combined with other types of metals. This combination results in a change in color and properties. Not only that, the process actually makes the ring more durable and sturdy. It should not be unknown to you that pure gold is malleable and soft. Since it is too soft, it is not ideal to use on jewelry, especially for jewelry intended for daily use like engagement rings and wedding rings.
The karat content of your gold engagement ring says a lot about how the gold alloy is created. Karat is symbolized by “K”. It is the system used in stating the gold content of jewelry. There are marks that would tell you the gold content of your ring. They can be marked with 18k, 14k, 12k, and 10k. These hallmarks basically summarize how much gold is present on your ring.
- 24K gold is pure gold.
- 18K gold contains 18 parts gold and 6 parts of other metal(s), which means that it contains 75% gold.
- 14K gold contains 14 parts gold and 10 parts of other metal(s), which means that it contains 58.3% gold.
- 12K gold contains 12 parts gold and 12 parts of other metal(s), which means that it contains 50% gold.
- 10K gold contains 10 parts gold and 14 parts other metal(s), which means that it contains 41.7% gold. 10K gold is the minimum karat designation that can still be called gold in the US.
Gold Engagement Rings and Popular Alloys
Alloys may look simple to make but they actually aren’t. There are a lot of things to consider before an alloy is made. Metallurgist needs to know how metals would react when they are combined. They also need to work on common mixing issues.
Sometimes mixtures are too hard to work with. Sometimes mixtures are too soft to become a metal. Other times, the end results are metal alloys that are too brittle. Here are the most popular gold alloys that metallurgist has successfully fine-tuned to an attractive, colorful, durable piece of metal for your engagement ring.
Yellow Gold Alloys
Not all yellow gold is pure gold. Yellow gold can also be an alloy. This type of alloy is the classic and most popular option. In fact, most of the yellow gold rings in the market are alloys. This type of gold alloy has a rich yellow color like its pure counterpart. The yellow gold alloy is made by combining pure gold with copper, zinc, and other metals. Of course, the higher the karat of a yellow gold alloy, the more vivid and rich it’s colors will be.
White Gold Alloys
White gold is another stunning option for gold alloys. It looks very much alike to silver and platinum. There are many types of metals mixed with gold that can make it appear white. One of those metals is a nickel. Nickel is a good option to turn the vivid yellow color into gray. However, it is not advised for people to use nickel on jewelry because it can typically cause allergies like dermatitis.
Another metal that can be combined with gold is palladium. This type of metal does not cause skin allergies but they are more expensive than a nickel. Silver may also be combined with gold to achieve a whiter and sometimes green hue. Most white gold rings are coated with another layer of metal to achieve a better and whiter color.
Rose and Pink Gold Alloys
The sweet hue of rose and pink gold is achieved by combining more amount of copper than normal to a mixture. The more copper is applied, the deeper pink color the alloy would achieve. Copper is typically mixed with gold to achieve other colors. Its portions are increased when a deeper pink color is desired. In addition to that, the more content of pure gold is added, the more subtle it’s a rose color would be.
Black Gold Alloys
The black gold alloy is achieved by combining cobalt with gold. Once combined, they are exposed to heat treatments. When these alloys are exposed to 700-800 degrees Celsius, they pose a black oxide layer. These effects can also be achieved if iron, titanium, and copper are combined with gold. Another good combination of the black gold alloy is gold, chromium, and cobalt. When their mixture is heated, a beautiful olive hue appears.
Considerations for Gold Engagement Rings
Gold rings are available everywhere. You can find them in jewelry stores near you or at online stores like Amazon and Etsy. Although they are a plethora of options to choose from, it is still important that you know the things to consider before buying a gold engagement ring.
Sizing of Golden Rings
The size of the ring is very important. You must know the size of the fingers of your partner. Not all rings can be resized so it is important that you get it right. There are rings that have stones on all sides and there are other rings that have a pave setting. You can use existing rings that your partner wears as a basis. You can also try to measure the ring size in the afternoon.
Gemstones on the Ring
Gold rings today feature different types of stones. You may see emeralds, diamonds, pearls, rubies, and sapphire.
Gold Ring Settings
There are different stone settings used in gold engagement rings. The most popular setting options are paved solitaire and multi-stone. Pave setting means that there are numerous small stones set in the band. The solitaire setting means that your gold ring is a plain gold band with one large stone set in it. Lastly, a multi-stone setting means that there is a combination of large and small stones set in the band.
Gold Engagement Ring Finish
There are different finishes you can choose from. Your gold engagement ring may have the following finish: satin, brushed, polished, and hammered. A satin finish is smooth when touched but is not shiny and mirror-like. It can be comparable to a foggy mirror.
On the other hand, a brushed finish features an outer texture that seemed to have been brushed. Another option is the polished finish. This may be the most common and most popular finish since it is shiny, smooth, and mirror-like. However, these rings are prone to visible scratches in the long run. The hammered finish is more common in men’s rings. It is typically dimpled with a hammered-like texture.
How to take care of a Gold Engagement Ring
- Store the ring in a separate pouch.
- Do not keep it combined with other jewelry. It is prone to scratches. There are many stones and metals that can damage it.
- Store them properly to avoid tarnishing.
- Clean the grime on gold engagement rings with boiling water only if it does not feature gems. Rings that feature pearls and other gemstones cannot be boiled.
- For gold engagement rings with stones, clean them with the combination of dishwashing soap and warm water,
- You may use a soft brush to clean the ring.
- You may also buff the ring with jewelry polishing and clothing.
Be aware, these cleaning tips are solely for the gold ring itself and does not include any guidance on the cleaning of the gemstone. In case you have a gold diamond ring set or rose gold opal engagement ring, please follow the instructions in those articles to make sure you keep your ring nice and shiny.
Buying a Gold Engagement Ring
Spending a lot of money on a Golden Engagement Ring can be an anxious and overwhelming task. However, with the right guidance and inspirational lists, tips, and tricks, you can make it happen! Remember, you’ll be wearing this the most part of the rest of your life so put some time aside to pick your favorite soon-to-be wedding ring and with it your beautiful partner!
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