Why are rose gold engagement and wedding rings more popular than ever?
What is rose gold? An explanation of why this metal choice differs from regular ‘yellow’ gold.
Rose gold is produced by mixing pure gold and copper to create a lustrous metal with a blush hue. The final colour and karat depend on the gold-to-copper ratio. 18k rose gold, the most common alloy, comprises 75% pure gold and 25% copper, resulting in a distinctive and stylish colour that is highly sought after for jewellery, including engagement rings.
Increasing demand for rose gold.
Demand for rose gold engagement and wedding rings has soared this year. Moreover, we have completed more commissions in this metal choice than ever before. Sometimes called pink gold or red gold, this warm-coloured precious metal makes a wonderful choice for diamond jewellery.
The Atlantis engagement ring reveals a floating Marquise cut diamond held in a tension setting in Rose Gold.
In addition, we stock other more affordable jewellery styles in our showroom, also made in rose gold.
Apart from diamonds, what gemstones suit rose gold?
Besides diamonds, certain gemstones work well with diamonds. Even better, a gemstone and diamond combination often works very well. For example, pink Sapphires. The warm, pink hue of the precious metal complements the feminine shades of pink. By way of example, look at how both gemstones work within the Calista ring design.
The Calista ring design, shown here in white and rose gold with pink Sapphire alternating with white diamonds.
18 carat rose gold vs 9 carat rose gold.
Compare 9-carat and 18-carat rose gold; you will undoubtedly see a colour difference. 9-carat rose gold tends to be darker and more coppery by comparison. The higher gold content of 18 carats gives it a lighter colour. For this reason, we recommend 18-carat rose gold. In addition, the higher gold content makes it a more durable choice for long-term wear.
Nyla diamond solitaire engagement ring is shown in rose gold.
Rose gold vs yellow gold.
Both rose and yellow gold makes popular metal choices. The popularity of yellow gold has increased alongside rose gold.
18ct rose gold and yellow gold elvish wedding rings
What does 18-carat rose gold look like?
18ct rose gold has a beautiful coppery look to the metal. A warm pink hue that is unique amongst the many metal alloys. Rose gold provides the warmest colour of any precious metal.
What gives Rose Gold its colour?
The composition of rose gold can vary from one alloy to another, but our rose gold alloy contains the following materials.
Gold – 75%
Copper – 21%
Silver – 4%
Matching pair of rose gold heart fingerprint rings
Rose Gold Bridal Set
Bespoke commission with a green ornate moss agate set into warm luxurious rose gold. Featuring brilliant white diamond accents, matched perfectly within the shaped wishbone wedding ring. The deep green swirls create a striking finish against the warmth of the rose gold.
10 Reasons to choose rose gold.
There are quite a few reasons why rose gold. the following are just a few reasons why you might consider this beautiful metal option.
1. Rose gold makes a beautiful alternative to white gold and platinum.
Many of our rose gold jewellery designs come from our bespoke design service. It makes a popular choice for bespoke jewellery designs. Since many jewellery chains opt for a standard white gold for their window, rose gold stands apart. For this reason, the choice lends itself to alternative jewellery styles.
2. Rose gold adds warmth to the colour.
The natural pink colour of the Copper content makes this choice the warmest of all of the precious metal alloys.
Bespoke ring design, engraved within the band. Designed and crafted by our team at Serendipity Diamonds
3. Copper hues suit white or brown diamonds.
Choose Rose Gold to complement both white or brown diamonds. Chocolate brown diamonds make excellent gemstones better suited to Rose than to White Gold.
Bespoke Rose Gold chocolate coloured diamond engagement ring made through our bespoke ring design service.
4. Rose gold mixes well with all gold colours.
Add rose gold to a white gold wedding ring and possibly a matching yellow gold eternity ring, and the colours work so well together.
Tri-colour combinations of metal have been used for many types of jewellery, from wedding rings to diamond earrings.
The video clip below shows our stacking Clover ring set made in three colours.
We regularly make jewellery with two or three precious metals in one item. Choices include stacking rings in all three colours to create a set.
5. Rose gold can be added to a platinum setting.
This metal choice can be easily combined with a platinum setting or white gold setting.
6. It’s less expensive than white gold but has a high intrinsic value.
With the soaring price of gold, rose gold continues to rise in price. As a result, this metal choice holds its intrinsic value.
7. Rose gold makes a modern metal choice.
Current fashion trends project rose gold metals to new heights. From accessories to high-end jewellery. As a result, many buyers choose it for cutting-edge contemporary jewellery designs.
Raindrop ring shown here in 18ct rose gold.
In addition to engagement rings and wedding rings, other ring designs make modern style choices. For example, rose gold Signet Rings in smaller ladies’ sizes. We create many of our Signet Rings as petite, plain or customised designs.
8. It suits vintage engagement ring styles.
Rose gold has a perfect application to compliment Vintage styles of engagement rings combining well with antique styling and vintage details. In addition, Vintage wedding rings styled in rose gold appear throughout our collection.
9. Ethical pink gold engagement rings and wedding rings.
We create many engagement and wedding rings in 100% ethical Fairtrade Gold. In addition to Fairtrade white and yellow gold, we now offer 100% ethical Fairtrade rose gold engagement and wedding rings. Please contact us if you cannot see this option on our product pages.
10. Adding a rose gold wedding band to create a fabulous ring set.
We all know that pink is regarded as a feminine colour. The warmth of the pink coppery tones in rose gold makes this a very feminine choice. But, at the same time, it suits men’s wedding rings. Furthermore, the unique effect of personalised engraving adds personality. For example, fingerprints are applied around pink gold wedding rings makes a unique personalised effect.
Alternative men’s rose gold wedding rings feature an accent of precious metal on a white canvas of gold. For example, an inlaid gold strip is added to the ring.
Men’s wedding ring featuring inlaid Rose Gold. The darker colour of 9-carat rose gold adds contrast to the white gold band.
Additional example of a men’s rose gold wedding band include a chunkier 10mm wide band flush set with brilliant white diamonds around the whole band. Creating a truly unique Diamond wedding ring for men.
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About Mark Johnson
My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. By day you'll find me working in our showroom—in a variety of roles. My work (which I love) ranges from photographing jewellery, to writing blog posts and helping clients with my colleagues Drina, Emily and Debbie.
