White Gold vs Platinum - Part 2

Which is better? The answer might not be as simple as you think. This guide will walk you through the pros and cons of each and help you decide which is the better choice for you.

At a Glance

The below infographic provides a summary of the differences between these two popular metals.

If you would like more advice regarding which metal to choose, feel free to book an obligation free appointment with one of our jewellers to discuss which option suits your requirements better. Contact us here.

Platinum
VS
18ct White Gold

AT A GLANCE

Platinum

18ct White Gold

Cost

$$

More expensive than 18ct White Gold

$

Less expensive than Platinum

Purity

95% pure Platinum

75% pure Gold

Hardness

More prone to dullness caused by small bruises on the surface

Stays polished longer and is more resistant to small scratches on surface

Weight

1.28 x

1 x

Colour

Bright silvery-white colour remains over time

Naturally warm-grey in colour, requires Rhodium plating to achieve a bright white finish

Maintenance

Repolishing every few years

Repolishing and re-application of Rhodium plating every few years

Response to pressure

More likely to bend and reshape without losing metal

More rigid and more likely to become thinner with wear and tear

Best choice for designs with engraved patterns on the outside

Best choice for designs with small diamonds set in fine claws

Best choice for square or bevelled edge designs

Best choice for fine, delicate rings

Best choice for mens classic wedding rings

Platinum Engagement Rings

We specialise in designing and crafting exquisite engagement rings that are as individual as you.

Come in for a design consultation with one of our friendly jewellers, and choose from a carefully sourced selection of loose diamonds, sapphires or other coloured gemstones. All engagement rings are lovingly made in our studio workshops and are covered by our lifetime guarantee.

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Platinum Wedding Rings

Select from our wide range of women’s and men’s wedding ring designs or create your own unique design.

Choose from a wide selection of metal types, diamonds and gemstones and receive expert advice on the perfect wedding band for you. You can even experience our workshops first-hand by literally making your own wedding bands.

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Jim Rose

00:48 14 Jan 22

So stoked that we were referred to Fleur and the team and Larsen Jewellery.They captured our thoughts and delivered a ring that surpassed our expectations, something that will be in our family for generations to come.

Irene

04:05 12 Jan 22

Got wedding rings in December which we needed ready within a relatively short amount of time. We were assisted by Jacinta, who was very helpful and absolutely delightful to deal with and made the experience a breeze. The rings were beautifully crafted, we just love them so much! Would definitely recommend Larsen for anyone after an easy, relaxed experience when shopping for a wedding ring.

Emily Kate Cowan

12:00 07 Jan 22

My fiancé and I first went to Larsen Jewellery because he was interested in their mokume-gane wedding bands. I already had my wedding band but had been having difficulty finding my engagement ring. We both found Jacinta Mainstone so helpful and pleasant that when she offered to design me an engagement ring too, I happily handed over my detailed design brief.I wanted something that would complement my wedding band but not imitate it, with a ‘garden’ theme. Jacinta ‘got’ my aesthetic perfectly. She is not only skilled in designing jewellery to suit her client’s style; she also communicates her vision in excellent detail. She showed us physical examples of design features to find out what I liked, sketched her ideas by hand, sculpted blu-tak on to a pre-existing ring to show a 3D ‘model’ of how her ideas would play out in scale, and then arranged for lifelike 3D renders of the final design to be emailed to us with her helpful notes.I had the opportunity to choose my stone from a selection Jacinta sourced for us to view. I wanted a peachy-coloured stone and am also intrigued by gems that are a bit quirky, with inclusions or characterful ‘imperfections’, but not cloudy. Jacinta excelled, finding me my incredible colour-changing burgundy sapphire. In daylight this stone is predominantly peachy pink, but in the evenings is burgundy or plum-coloured. It also surprises me with amethyst, cognac or even aquamarine hues in different lighting conditions. It is like something from a fantasy novel.I now have a custom-made engagement ring that constantly changes and delights me, that I will never tire of. Both the design and workmanship are exquisite, the process was straightforward and rather exciting, and price was extremely reasonable. I found the whole experience with Larsen Jewellery to be ethical and transparent, and neither my fiancé or I were pressured or cajoled at any point – which anyone planning a wedding will find refreshing. I have been recommending Larsen Jewellery and Jacinta Mainstone to family and friends ever since. I feel very fortunate that we found them.

Jason Pulis

12:00 07 Jan 22

Working with Jacinta and the team at Larsen Jewellery was an absolute pleasure. The consults were very comprehensive covering all design aspects of our wedding band and engagement ring. Jacinta was warm, professional and engaged in the process from the initial consult right to presenting us with the finished pieces. The rings were made exactly as designed and look incredible, with care and attention to detail and exquisite craftsmanship. Thanks Jacinta and to all the team at Larsen.

Chris

00:22 31 Dec 21

What can I say but what an excellent experience all around. From the moment I found the Larsen website, I knew that Larsen's would be able to create an engagement ring for me that would fit my brief. Working closely with Rod Sanders, he was able to create and deliver within a tight timeframe an absolutely stunning engagement ring. I look forward to working with Rod again in the future and highly recommend Larsen's being your first and last stop for engagement ring shopping.

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White Gold vs Platinum - Part 2

At a Glance