Both metals are unique yet similar in several ways.
Wedding gold and platinum rings together.
They looked the same to me and no one could tell they weren t the same.
My original e ring was 14k white gold and my wedding band was platinum and diamonds.
If i remember right platinum is harder than gold though and can wear the side of the gold ring but that would take years.
I m looking to buy my wedding rings and would like a platinum band with small diamonds but they are very expensive.
We carry a broad selection of fine gold and platinum bands for both men and women in a variety of widths and finishes.
The main distinguishing physical characteristic between gold and platinum is color.
My engagement ring is platinum but i think i d like to mix it up with a yellow gold wedding band.
Platinum will however look better with wear.
With a 14k white gold ring you re only paying for 58 gold.
Since platinum is denser than gold a platinum ring with the identical dimensions the same volume as a gold ring will cost more simply because it weighs more.
This process takes a highly experienced hand to solder together the two metals without leaving porous marks or fragile links.
I have been looking at cheaper 18ct white gold versions but am worried that the metal will react with my platinum engagement ring heard they do.
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If we solder together two 10mm long pieces 8ct gold with pt 950 using a gold solder with a work temperature of 750 c the platinum expands 0 07 mm and the gold expands 0 106 mm.
Sensitivities if you have sensitive skin avoid mixing white gold with platinum.
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When the soldered material cools down to room temperature there will be a lot of residual stress inside it.
It might not be a great idea to wear platinum and gold together because platinum is denser than white gold and platinum will start wearing out the white gold ring thin with time.
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Does platinum react with gold when worn together.
Let s look at how gold and platinum compare in appearance cost durability and comfort.
Platinum is hypoallergenic but the.
Gold and platinum are the two most commonly used metals for engagement and wedding rings.
Joining a platinum ring with another metal such as a gold or silver is not recommended.
Attached is a picture of the wedding ring i think i m getting but in yellow gold.
Gold vs platinum appearance.