Busting the Most Popular Myths About Gold Jewelry.
Gold has been the bling king for decades and has remained the top-rated precious metal for jewelry even after the introduction of platinum. Gold is brilliant, malleable, and aesthetically pleasing. All of these characteristics contributed to goldâs appeal and popularity among individuals of different ages. Bling has remained an integral part of gold jewelry ever since jewelry first emerged on the scene. And even though platinum has gained more popularity over time, gold remains king in bling.
Unfortunately, even in these science-centric days of the 21st century, there are still several gold myths, especially jewelry made from it. We want to improve your knowledge and understanding of this great metal by debunking these myths.
Not all white gold and rose gold are real gold, but they are not necessarily fake.
Gold usually has this pale yellow color in its raw, natural state. This is general information, yet there are still specific erroneous ideas about goldâs actual color. According to one of the novels in David âEddingsâ classic fantasy series, the color of gold as it initially exists is actually reddish, and it turns yellow after being refined through physical and chemical means.
As for white gold and rose gold, there are several things to consider. White gold, as the name suggests, is made from silver or platinum and has a tint of gold depending on the alloy used. In the case of rose gold, the metal is only refined up to a certain point to retain a little of its original color, but it is often caused by the abundance of copper used in the alloy. It may be made with a white mineral like manganese or nickel, or it may have a good deal of silver or platinum in the alloy.
It is better to purchase gold jewelry with a higher karat rating if youâre buying it as an investment piece.
Typically, karat is what people use to describe the purity of a gold item, including gold necklaces in Las Vegas. It doesnât matter how much of the finished jewelry is made of gold, as long as it is pure.
Because 24K is the purest form of gold, pieces crafted from the material are considered to be the most expensive. However, does buying jewelry as an investment rather than as a personal adornment make 24K jewelry more or less of a good deal? Well, it all depends on whether youâre buying jewelry as an investment or as a personal adornment.
Because of its purity, 12K or 18K gold is softer and more malleable than 24K gold, which is generally alloyed with silver, palladium, and copper to strengthen it. Wearing 24K gold jewelry on a regular basis, especially if youâre exposed to the elements, is not recommended. This is especially true if you work a job where your hands and other body parts are exposed to harsh chemicals such as detergents.
It is important to avoid elemental and chemical exposure on your precious pieces while wearing 24K jewelry because this may lead to some serious scuffing and denting. We suggest wearing 12K and 18K gold pieces for daily wear: all the glimmer with less of the stress.
Getting to Bite Into Gold is Not the Best Way to Tell If It's Real
There is a well-known cinematic trope where the intrepid adventurer collects a doubloon or denarii from a pile of coins buried in an ancient tomb and bites it. If his teeth leave a visible impression on the item, he has just attained his objective. Although this method is certainly a viable way to test goldâs authenticity, it is not the most efficient or accurate. (Think about the damage to your dental work and the item itself!)Â
There are quite a few metals used in the production of alloyed gold products that are pretty soft and flexible (copper and silver, among them). It is, therefore, very easy to be tricked by unscrupulous merchants. The piece may be gilded with just enough gold to pass the Bite Test.
Itâs best to have your gold checked by people who know how to do it correctly rather than by gold technicians. Different acid tests and electrolysis-driven examinations for gold are available. We recommend you avoid having your teeth looked at, as the professionals usually know what theyâre talking about.
You Canât Wear Gold and Silver Together
This myth is based on observations in terms of fashion and style, particularly from the Victorian Era. In this era, the mixing of gold and silver jewelry was frowned upon. The only ones who did this were the new rich or what today's people call "new money." Back then, the "new rich" people were considered to have no breeding or come from low origins and suddenly gained wealth but had little in the way of taste.
Today, there are many ways to wear gold chains or stack gold rings, and adding alternating sections of gold and silver is one of them. Laying gold chains or stacking gold rings in alternating sections of gold and silver can create an aesthetically striking and tasteful effect. You can also wear more shades or textures of gold to add elegance and depth to your look. Just remember that limiting metals to only one to two is essential to avoid looking gaudy or overstated.Â
You can be too pale to wear gold, so some would give you a dirty look if you ask about gold jewelry.Â
There's a misconception that only seriously tanned girls can wear gold. You can see this in how celebrities of color such as Grace Jones and Diana Ross have been portrayed wearing a lot of gold jewelry, which is a stark and magnificent contrast to their complexions.
The truth is, anyone with skin can wear this metal. You may, however, afford to be adventurous in choosing gold jewelry for yourself if you are wearing yellow gold. See how contrasting rose gold or white gold jewelry will look on you. You may be pleasantly surprised at how flattering it looks on you.