White Gold or Platinum, Which is Better?

If you're not going to get an engagement ring with traditional yellow gold as the band, you're probably going to ask this question of yourself.

In reality, it's a little like asking, "which is better, the Bugatti Veryon or the McLaren F1?" Each is stunning in its own right and, whichever you choose, you'll add "that extra touch" to the diamond engagement ring that's sure to make your partner's eyes wide and knees weak.

White Gold

White gold is not an element unto itself; it is formed by mixing an alloy of yellow gold and a white metal, such as nickel, palladium or manganese. Some people are allergic to nickel, however, so some companies that make white gold diamond engagement rings don't use nickel. In most cases, the alloy is made up of 90 percent yellow gold and 10 percent of the other metal. For this reason, it's possible to measure the karat purity of white gold using the same scale as yellow gold.

Yellow gold-palladium alloys are soft; therefore, they're most often used for gemstone settings instead of the rings themselves. Yellow gold-nickel alloys are far stronger and are the chief component of white gold engagement rings. To offset the possibility of allergic reactions from nickel content, and to keep them looking white, all white gold rings are plated with rhodium.

Platinum

Platinum is one of the rarest metals in the Earth's crust. Only 150 - 300 tons are mined each year in total, and this makes it highly prized by Los Angeles jewelers. It is more ductile than gold, which means, despite being harder than iron, it can be easily formed into rings and gemstone setting posts. Platinum used in jewelry must be between 90 and 95 percent pure. Otherwise, it must be labeled as platinum alloy. Initially, platinum rings have a mirror-like, gray appearance. Over time, they'll pick up scratches and other marks that convert the surface to a patina.

Advantages and Disadvantages

The chief advantage of white gold rings is that they, usually, cost about half as much as platinum rings of comparable size. This, in turn, allows you to spend more of your budget on the actual diamond of the engagement ring. The biggest disadvantage of white gold is that it will revert to its normal, yellow color without periodic rhodium replating. This process is not usually expensive, however, and a few jewelers in Los Angeles will even do it for free.

Platinum rings, on the other hand, will never tarnish in any way because they're almost completely unreactive. The patina that develops on them further accentuates the scintillating brilliance of any diamonds set in them, which is why patina finishes are as popular as they are. If you want the mirror finish instead, a jeweler can restore it at roughly the same cost as reapplying rhodium to white gold. The main disadvantage of platinum engagement rings is their cost.

It all comes down to personal preference. For those who cannot decide between white gold and platinum, one of the specially trained, expert goldsmiths working in the Los Angeles Jewelry District can mix the two in an all-conquering, magnificent alloy.

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What Are Fancy Color Diamonds?

When most people think about engagement rings, their first thought is of a brilliant, white, internally flawless diamond that'll sparkle like a quasar and take the viewer's breath away.  

While these diamond engagement rings are truly spectacular, there's another possibility: fancy color diamond engagement rings. Even more rare than internally flawless white stones, these awe-inspiring gems exist in a wide array of colors that range from yellow and rose through deep blue to the carbonado, which is completely black. There's something for everyone's taste.

Fancy color diamonds are chemically exactly the same as white diamonds, except for the inclusion of one or more other elements or compounds. The Hope Diamond, which is the most famous blue diamond in the world, gets its distinctive, stunning color through a high concentration of boron. Vivid yellow diamonds, such as the Tiffany Diamond, contain nitrogen. Anyone who's seen Audrey Hepburn's photo in promotional material for "Breakfast at Tiffany's" has seen the absolutely scrumptious-looking stone. Some people still argue of which was more perfect, Audrey or the diamond.

Almost all fancy color diamonds can be found in the Los Angeles diamond district, even green. They're the only colored diamonds not to be formed from the inclusion of another element. Rather, they come about when radiation affects their internal structure and are, thus, remarkably rare. The king of all fancy color diamonds is the carbonado. It's black as a moonless, overcast night in the Brazilian rain forest, which is one of the only two places where these stones can be found. Black diamonds are a true puzzle, having been formed 300 million years after all other diamonds in the Earth's crust.

There are many theories as to their origin. One of them pegs them as remnants from an exploding star thousands of light years from Earth; these shards of a stellar cataclysm then traveled across vast, intervening areas of space and, just by remote chance, fell to Earth. No diamond is more exotic and rare; only a total of 2.5 tons of stones have been mined in all of history. If you choose a diamond engagement ring whether white or fancy, round or any other shape, you'll be giving your significant other an age-old piece of the universe that'll signify the incredible depths of your love.

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Do Diamond Engagement Rings Make Great Holiday Presents?

Should you give Diamond Engagement Rings as Holiday Presents? 

Wedding proposals are special events that happen anytime during the year. It is the joy and excitement brought about by the promise of a lifelong commitment and a very wonderful experience cherished by a woman most especially when a man gives her a diamond engagement ring. But what if this occasion falls during the Holiday season? Is timing and atmosphere a huge factor? Not necessarily. To some women it is but for others it is the feeling and the emotion that is brought along with the proposal that counts.

For the man, giving a diamond engagement ring as a present is an advantage since that he may not need to buy his loved one two gifts especially if they both previously have been contemplating of marriage and are looking for rings. The ring and his proposal will be his gift for her potential wife to be.

So how do you know if you have the best engagement ring with the best wholesale price?

Los Angeles Jewelry District is the place to be. Here you can discover great deals you won’t find on the usual diamond retail stores during this holiday season. It is one of the largest and busiest diamond/jewelry districts in the United States with over 8,000 independent diamond jewelers and wholesale diamond dealers.

Choose from a wide variety of wholesale GIA diamonds and gorgeously designed diamond engagement rings in a multitude of designs.

You most certainly will discover the diamond jewelry that will fall within your particular style and budget.

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What to Consider When Buying a Diamond Engagement Ring in Los Angeles?

What should I consider when buying a diamond engagement ring in Los Angeles? 

If you're sure she's the one, it's time to hit the bricks in Los Angeles looking for the perfect diamond engagement rings. There are several things you should consider before handing over the cash or plastic:

• What will fit her taste?
• What is her ring size?
• What are you willing to spend?

To determine what she likes, all you have to do is look at her present jewelry, especially rings. For example, if she owns many stones that are princess cut, it's probably not a good idea to get her a marquise. If you ask questions, you might give the game away before its time. It's best keep quiet about it unless absolutely necessary, such as a case where she has no rings to examine. If you must ask, be as subtle as possible. It's easy enough to find out her ring size. All you have to do is take one of her rings she won't miss to a jewelry store and have it measured. If you're not sure, consider a ring that's just slightly bigger. It's easier to make a ring smaller than larger.

After choosing which characteristics you want in the diamond, it's time to decide what you can afford. If a retail-priced diamond of a particular size is beyond your means, then it'd be worthwhile to seek out wholesale diamonds in the Los Angeles jewelry district. Sometimes, these stones can cost as much as 50 percent less.

Certification and Appraisal

No matter which diamond in Los Angeles you purchase, the seller should provide a diamond report, or, if the diamond is large enough, a diamond dossier. If the seller doesn't provide one, you should ask for one. If none is provided, you should look elsewhere. Even wholesale diamonds in Los Angeles should come with such reports. Diamond certifications are done by qualified, third-party professionals, such as someone from the Gemological Institute of America. It'd also be smart to check appraisals of stones with similar characteristics to the one you chose so that you can get the best, comparable price. After all, it's your investment. Periodically, you should have the ring reappraised for insurance value.

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