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Precious Metals: A Guide to Gold, Silver, Platinum & Palladium

When selecting jewelry, one of the most important choices is metal type. Precious metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium have unique properties that make them ideal for different jewelry uses.

Explore our precious metals guide to understand how purity levels, durability, price points, and other factors differentiate the options.

You'll learn the characteristics of yellow, white, and rose gold alloys and when platinum or palladium offers advantages over white gold. Read about new precious metal blends entering the market. Understand markings for purity levels and quality hallmarks.

With insider knowledge, you can select the best metal type for engagement rings, wedding bands, everyday fashion jewelry, or investment pieces.

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White Gold vs Yellow Gold – Get To Know These Precious Metals

Find out about white vs yellow gold. Each has their own properties, pros and cons and are suited to different jewellery.

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White Gold vs Silver: What Makes These Precious Metals Different?

Two of the top metals used for jewellery are silver and white gold. If you need to pick between them this guide will help you.

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Platinum vs White Gold – What’s the Difference & Which is Better?

Find out everything you need to know about platinum vs white gold. Discover what makes these two metals different and which suits you best.

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Beginner’s Guide to Black Gold – Everything You Need to Know

If you’re looking for a unique take on traditional gold, then black gold is the answer. Find out all about this stunning precious metal.

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Blue Gold: A Unique Choice For Jewelry

Learn everything there is to know about blue gold, its origins, how it’s made and why it’s unique. Our in-depth guide tells you more.

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Guide to Purple Gold: A Unique Type of Gold

Many people have not yet heard of purple gold. We’re here to share the origins, here’s the Guide to Purple Gold.

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