A Guide to
Jewelry Metals
Mark the start of forever! Whether you’re about
to pop the question or ready to walk down the
aisle, we’ve got all the info you need to pick out
the right ring—from metal types to karats!
Good as Gold
Gold jewelry is defined using karats,
with 24-karat gold being pure gold.
Since gold is naturally soft, it’s often
combined with other types of metals to
increase its strength. 18-karat gold
(18K) is 18 parts gold and 6 parts
other metals, 14-karat gold (14K) is 14
parts gold and 10 parts other metals,
and 10-karat gold (10K) is 10 parts
gold and 14 parts other metals. You’ll
find a variety of gold tones including
yellow, rose and white, which are
created by combining gold with
copper, zinc or nickel to create the
different colors.
Must-Have Metals
When you’re choosing the perfect ring
for your fiancée-to-be, consider the
best metal that’ll complement her style.
Consider cooler tones like platinum or
white gold, or go for warmer hues with
yellow or rose gold. Try the two-toned
look with bands or settings featuring a
combination of both. And for the
wedding band, look for a matching ring
for her, and a sleek band for him in
gold or alternative metals like sterling
silver, tungsten, titanium or cobalt.
A Guide to
Jewelry Metals
Mark the start of forever! Whether you’re about
to pop the question or ready to walk down the
aisle, we’ve got all the info you need to pick out
the right ring—from metal types to karats!
Good as Gold
Gold jewelry is defined using karats,
with 24-karat gold being pure gold.
Since gold is naturally soft, it’s often
combined with other types of metals to
increase its strength. 18-karat gold
(18K) is 18 parts gold and 6 parts
other metals, 14-karat gold (14K) is 14
parts gold and 10 parts other metals,
and 10-karat gold (10K) is 10 parts
gold and 14 parts other metals. You’ll
find a variety of gold tones including
yellow, rose and white, which are
created by combining gold with
copper, zinc or nickel to create the
different colors.
Must-Have Metals
When you’re choosing the perfect ring
for your fiancée-to-be, consider the
best metal that’ll complement her style.
Consider cooler tones like platinum or
white gold, or go for warmer hues with
yellow or rose gold. Try the two-toned
look with bands or settings featuring a
combination of both. And for the
wedding band, look for a matching ring
for her, and a sleek band for him in
gold or alternative metals like sterling
silver, tungsten, titanium or cobalt.