18ct yellow gold is made by mixing 75% pure gold (750 parts per thousand) with 25% (250 parts per thousand) other metals such as copper, zinc and silver. Metal of 9ct yellow is 37.5% (375 parts per thousand) pure gold, with a higher proportion of these other ingredients. Metal of 14ct is 58.5% pure gold (585 parts per thousand). The higher the component of pure gold, the more yellow the colour. The yellow gold alloys we use do not contain Nickel, which can be a cause of allergy in some people.
In practical terms, 18ct generally holds up to everyday wear better than 9ct and tends to look better than 9ct as it ages over the years. This is one of the reasons why 18ct is normally preferred for ladies engagement rings rather than 9ct. The hardness is virtually the same. It is a common misconception that 9ct gold is harder than 18ct, in reality they are very similar. Metal of 14ct is not very commonly used.
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Jacinta from Larsen Jewellery (Melbourne) was incredible throughout the entire process. From initially dealing with my now fiancée, to helping me with the design process and adding my own creative touch, I am not sure how I could have managed without her. My fiancée LOVES the ring Jacinta and I created together. It is incredibly special to us and will remain in our family for generations to come. I already have and will continue to recommend Larsen but in particular Jacinta from the Melbourne team. Thank you once again. Jack.
Reshay N
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Have been using Larsen Jewellery since our engagement and they made the process very easy and taught me everything I needed to know about diamonds/gems and the process. The staff was amazing/friendly and knowledgable. Quality of the final products exceeded my expectations and by far the best I have seen.
Maria Nevskaya
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An excellent selection of men's wedding bands! We purchased a yellow gold and platinum ring for my husband, and the quality is outstanding. Alex, the jeweler, took the time to explain everything thoroughly and helped us to make the right choice, and Giorgia was very helpful with providing the invoices. Thank you!
Simon Foley
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Georgia and the team at Larsen were fantastic to deal with from initial design to completed product , my now fiancee and I are extremely pleased with the ring , she was blown away, my sincerest thanks 😊
Steven Andritsos
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I came to Larsen Jewellery feeling very out of my depth in relation to organising an engagement ring to propose to my partner. By the time my proposal day had come around, Celeste and the team at Larsen Jewellery made me feel like an expert on the topic! Celeste was very patient and informative as she assisted me in creating a custom ring for my fiancé. She has an infectious passion for what she does and it made the process of finding a ring way less daunting. My fiancé loves her ring and we will definitely be returning for future jewellery purchases!