Precious Metals Guide

Choosing the Perfect Setting for Your Jewelry

When it comes to creating your dream engagement ring or custom piece of fine jewelry, each metal offers unique qualities—from color and durability to price and maintenance—making it essential to select the one that best fits your lifestyle, budget, and personal style.

At Diamond Dave‘s Desert Wholesale Diamond, with showrooms in Scottsdale, AZ and Palm Desert, CA, we guide clients in selecting the perfect setting. Whether you‘re designing a classic engagement ring, modern wedding band, or custom necklace, our expert jewelers are here to help you make the best choice.

White Gold

Elegant White Gold Setting

White gold is one of today‘s most popular choices, offering the bright, white-metal look at a more affordable price than platinum. It‘s made by mixing pure gold with nickel, silver, or palladium, and is usually finished with rhodium plating for extra brilliance.

Pros: Durable, affordable, and easy to restore to a “like new” appearance.

Best for: Clients who love the white-metal look but want greater value and durability than platinum.

Platinum

Luxurious Platinum Band

Platinum is prized for its strength and rarity. Heavier and denser than gold, platinum offers exceptional durability and hypoallergenic properties since jewelry-grade platinum is nearly pure. It does develop a soft patina over time, which some wearers love for its antique look.

Pros: Hypoallergenic, luxurious, and incredibly durable.

Considerations: Shows scratches more easily and is more expensive than gold.

Rose Gold

Romantic Rose Gold Design

Rose gold combines pure gold with copper and silver alloys, giving it that romantic pink hue while adding strength. The copper content not only deepens the color but also makes this metal surprisingly durable.

Pros: Unique rosy color, durable, and ideal for delicate ring designs.

Best for: Vintage-inspired styles, modern romantic looks, or anyone wanting a warmer-toned metal.

Yellow Gold

Classic Yellow Gold Band

The timeless classic, yellow gold has been cherished for centuries. Today, it‘s less common than in decades past, but it remains a staple for those who love its rich and traditional look. Most often crafted in 14k, it combines pure gold with alloys to balance durability and wearability.

Pros: Classic, warm tone, easy to maintain.

Best for: Traditional designs and clients who love timeless elegance.

Ready to Design Your Perfect Ring?

Whether you‘re drawn to the brilliance of white gold, the strength of platinum, or the warmth of yellow or rose gold, the right metal will make your jewelry truly shine.

✨ Explore our Custom Ring Builder to design your own unique piece—upload inspiration photos or create from scratch.

📅 Prefer one-on-one guidance? Book an appointment with our expert jewelers in Scottsdale, Palm Desert, or virtually.

At Desert Wholesale Diamond, we‘ll help you find the perfect diamond and setting for your budget and style.