Gold Rings

There is a lot of very popular jewellery out there today. One of the most popular is the white gold jewelry. However, what makes this kind of jewelry so popular? On top of that, what makes this gold turn white? These are all questions that we are going to answer, so if you have ever wonder this kind of information about white gold, then just keep on reading!

First of all, white gold is still gold. However, it is an alloy of gold that has been mixed with at least one other metal. Normally the two most commonly used white metals that get added to it are nickel and palladium. Just like the yellow gold that we have come to know and love, the white gold's purity is, of course, given to us in carats. This lets you know how much of it is actually gold and how much of it has been mixed with another metal. One thing to keep in mind is that you can never have a full gold ring. That is because gold by itself is way too soft. It has to be mixed with another metal to make it stronger. If you did not mix it, you would be able to simply press on it and bend it.

Whenever you are dealing with white gold jewelry, there are a few different purposes it can be used for. First of all, when white gold is made with nickel, it's a lot stronger than other white gold jewellery. This means that it is perfect for making things like rings and pins. However, when it is mixed with palladium, it becomes a lot softer and more workable. This makes it perfect to be used on gemstone jewelry. Most of the time, the highest carat white gold you are going to find is 18k. As said before, white gold is usually mixed with one or more metals, so they will often use palladium or nickel, but things like silver and copper get added in as well. In the really high class white gold rings, you can find things like platinum being used.

One more thing to keep in mind about white gold is that it does not retain it's shine quite like other metals do, thus, a lot of times white gold has to be coated with rhodium. This gives it a very nice shine, but sometimes it has been known to rub off over time. Although it is unlikely, it does happen. Without the coating of this rhodium, very few people would like the dull look of white gold.

So why do people like the white gold look so much nowadays? When did all the jewelry start getting made out of white gold? This really came about as the rappers got into the white gold look. Although some people still really like the yellow gold look, it is a little bit too traditional for some people. That is why they go with the very modern looking white gold. Of course, we sometimes see these fads change back and forth, so no one knows when yellow gold will come back into style.

Gold jewelry has a rich and complicated history. Bloodshed has occurred in many cultures, civilizations and countries over ownership and trade of gold and gold jewelry. In most modern cultures, a lineage the role of gold jewelry plays in societies can be traced back to ancient times. The earliest civilizations of Mesopotamia developed uses for gold in adorning Kings and Queens and lining royal tombs with gold and jewels for protection and status in the afterlife. In Pre-Columbian American civilizations, the Mayans, Incans and Aztecs developed sophisticated jewelry making techniques and believed gold was, like the sun, meant to be worshipped and reserved for high ranking individuals and ritualistic uses.

The Incas sometimes sacrificed gold-adorned victims to the Sun-God in ritualistic ceremonies. The Mayans were also known for their ritualistic human sacrifice by decapitation and cast gold bat shaped knife pendants were used to facilitate this ceremony. Examples of ancient gold jewelry is found, with the exception of Japan, to have had extraordinary value within societies. In Grecian times, gold jewelry was used to bribe the gods through extravagant offerings and placed at the feet of temple statues.

Christopher Columbus, on his quest for India, uttered 'Where is the gold?' as his first words on the shores of North America. Upon Cortez's invasion of South America, he captured massive amounts of gold from the Incas and plundered their stashes of beautiful gold jewelry. The West Africans feared gold, believing it to have supernatural powers and an evil and dangerous live spirit that would drive one insane or induce one to murder. North Africans considered gold to be effective in warding off the evil eye and created objects and jewelry for the local chiefs to use these gold treasures in ceremonial rites.

In 16th century India to modern times, gold has been considered to have magical properties and offer protection, to cleanse and to purify anything it touches, subsequently worn against the skin at all times. Gold has been used in Indian ceremonial wedding adornments. In the Bible, gold is referenced for its value and demonstrates the worth of man's relationship to God. The Bible also mentions a reward of a gold necklace being given to Joseph from the Pharoah as symbolic of authority. Rebekah is bedecked by Abraham with a gold nose ring and gold bracelets to embellish her beauty for her marriage to Isaac. In Ancient China during the Age of Division (Bronze Age), Emperor Hu the Tiger extravagantly decorated his female soldiers with sable furs and gold rings. In Sicily, gold is considered bad luck for brides to wear gold jewelry until the wedding ring is fitted to her finger on the wedding day.

Today, gold jewelry is mass-produced but the demand and zeal people have for it continues to mirror its covetousness of ancient times. Since new deposits of gold were discovered during the Italian Renaissance and goldsmiths were patronized by the wealthy, Italy has endured its position as a leader in gold jewelry manufacturing and industry.

• 14K White Gold .50ct Channel Set Diamond Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold .50ct Diamond Channel Set Rounded Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold .50ct Round Diamond Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold 1.00ct Triple Princess Cut Diamond Row Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold 1.25ct Round & Princess Cut Channel Set Diamond Row Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold 1/2ct Channel Set Round Diamond Row Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold 1/2ct Round Diamond Wedding Ring
• 14K White Gold 1/3ct Round Diamond Double Row Wedding Band
• 14K White Gold 1/3ct Round Diamond Pave Wedding Band

wedding ring symbolizes eternity, endlessness, and something that can not be broken. Wedding rings are given as a token of unending love for each other. Traditionally, as a symbol of strength in the marriage, wedding rings are made from a metal. Nowadays wedding rings come in so many beautiful styles, it can be difficult to choose the perfect ring for you.

14K White Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Shapes Ring
14K White Gold Round Sapphire & Diamond Shapes Ring
14K White Gold .08ct Diamond & 1.05ct Sapphire Diamond-Shaped Domed Ring

14K White Gold .20ct Diamond, Blue Topaz & Sapphire Round Ring
14K White Gold .20ct Diamond, Pink Sapphire & Amethyst Oval Ring
14K White Gold .20ct Diamond, Yellow Sapphire & Citrine Ring


14K White Gold Baguette Rainbow Sapphire & Round Diamond Ring
14K White Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Alternating Shapes Ring
14K White Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Criss-Cross Flower Ring

Another advantage of white gold over gold is that it is less expensive than regular gold. It is a form of gold, but at a lower rate. So if money is an important factor while buying a white gold ring, it is better to go for the white gold rings as they are less expensive, but are still a proud member of the gold metal family!

14K White Gold Cultured White Pearl & Round Diamond Ring
14K White Gold Multi-Pearl & Diamond Butterfly Ring
14K White Gold 12mm Mobe Pearl & .06ct Diamond Ring

14K White Gold 6-6.5mm Cultured Pearl & .23ct Diamond Ring
14K White Gold 7-7.5mm Cultured Pearl & .14ct Diamond Spiral Ring
14K White Gold 7.5-8mm Cultured Pearl & .28ct Diamond Embellished Ring

14K White Gold 7.5-8mm Cultured Pearl & .42ct Diamond Floral Burst Ring
14K White Gold 7.5-8mm Cultured Pearl & Bezel Set .25ct Diamond Ring
14K White Gold 8-8.5mm Black Cultured Pearl & .13ct Diamond Embellished Ring

Pearl rings are worn and given in different occasions. Rarely, these are used as birthstone engagement ring. Pearl is the birthstone of the month of June. One might think that a pearl is less costly than a diamond, it is true. However, pearls are more difficult to set and usually come with diamonds and other gemstones, so they actually turn out to be more expensive.