Precious Metals

The metal sets the tone of a jewellery piece. It changes how a diamond looks, how the design feels against the skin, and how the ring wears over time. Choosing metal is both an aesthetic decision and a practical one.

For engagement rings and wedding bands, the most common choices are platinum, yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold. Each has a different colour, weight, maintenance profile, and relationship with diamond colour.

Platinum has a naturally white tone and a substantial feel. It is valued for durability and is often chosen for engagement rings because it holds detail well and develops a soft patina with wear.

It does not require rhodium plating to stay white, which makes it a strong option for clients who want a cool-toned metal with a low-maintenance colour. Its density can make the ring feel more substantial on the hand.

Yellow gold has a warm, classic appearance that suits both traditional and modern designs. It can soften the look of a diamond and works beautifully with vintage-inspired settings, plain wedding bands, and warmer skin tones.

Because yellow gold brings warmth, some clients choose a near-colourless diamond rather than pushing into the highest colour grades. The metal can make a carefully chosen diamond feel rich and balanced.

White gold offers a bright, polished look and is often chosen for contemporary diamond jewellery. It is usually rhodium plated to give it a crisp white finish, and this plating may need refreshing over time.

It can be a refined choice for clients who like a cool-toned metal but prefer the feel or price point of gold. Maintenance expectations should be understood before choosing it for everyday wear.

Rose gold has a soft pink tone created by its gold and copper alloy. It feels warm, romantic, and distinctive without being overly bold. It can be especially effective in simple settings where the metal colour becomes part of the design.

Rose gold can complement many diamond shapes and works well with both minimal and vintage-inspired rings. As with all metals, the final choice should suit the wearer, not only the trend.

Think about the jewellery the wearer already reaches for. If they wear mostly cool-toned pieces, platinum or white gold may feel natural. If they prefer warmth, yellow gold or rose gold may be a better fit.

Also consider maintenance, wedding band pairing, and diamond colour. A metal that feels right every day will usually be the strongest choice for a long-term piece.

• Choose platinum for natural whiteness and a substantial feel.
• Choose yellow gold for warmth and classic character.
• Choose white gold for a bright contemporary finish with plating maintenance.
• Choose rose gold for soft warmth and a more distinctive tone.