Precious Metals Handbook – Andrews Jewelers

Precious Metals Handbook

Recent advances in jewelry manufacturing have created many options for metal choices when purchasing jewelry. While the plethora of choices have made jewelry buying exciting, it can be very confusing when trying to decide which metal is most appropriate for your needs. Today there are 6 different choices for white metal alone and each metal offers something different and outstanding. Use the information in the Precious Metals Education Handbook to learn more about what choice is best for you.

Yellow Gold

Yellow gold has a rich and timeless look to it, you can purchase yellow gold in 14k or 18k.

Rose Gold

Rose gold can give you a vintage look reminiscent of European styling. It also looks great with white gold.

White Gold

White gold has the look and feel of platinum but is half the cost. White gold does have certain maintenance requirements.

Platinum

Platinum has always been the top choice when making high quality jewelry or when setting valuable diamonds and gemstones.

Titanium

Titanium is a lightweight and durable metal that offers a very contemporary flair. It has become especially popular for men's jewelry.

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver is the most often purchased precious metal because it's highly reflective and very affordable.

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