Palladium Vs. Platinum Rings

Platinum and palladium are both rare elements. Palladium is a member of the platinum group of metals. Both metals have become increasingly popular in the design of engagement and wedding rings as well as other precious jewelry. Palladium shares some physical characteristics with the more expensive platinum. As such, palladium has become an increasingly popular yet more affordable choice of material for rings.

Platinum: Purity and Perfection
Platinum is appreciated by jewelers and jewelry collectors for its pure quality. Platinum does not need to be blended in an alloy with other metals to create jewelry. Its purity makes platinum hypoallergenic. Its natural white color does not reflect a casting color onto diamonds which makes it ideal for engagement ring settings with diamonds. In addition, the natural white color is flattering to a variety of skin tones. Platinum is pliable and can be worked into very intricate designs.

Platinum's Durability
The dense quality of platinum makes the element durable. Rings fashioned from platinum retain their shape and do not tarnish or change color. Additionally, its durability makes platinum ideal for holding a ring's stone in its setting. Platinum does not wear away like other metals which better secures a stone over a period of time. If a platinum ring is scratched, a jeweler can simply buff out the imperfection.

Palladium in Ring Design
Palladium has always been used for more technical applications, such as an engine's catalytic converter. Innovations made palladium more receptive to casting, a technique jewelers utilize to fashion jewelry. Because palladium can now be part of an alloy known as 950 palladium, it is better suited for casting to make rings or other small jewelry.

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