Rose gold is a gold and copper alloy widely used for its reddish colour. It is also known as pink gold and red gold. As it was popular in Russia at the beginning of the nineteenth century, it is also known as Russian gold, although this term has become somewhat rare.
Although the names are often used interchangeably, the difference between red, rose, and pink gold is the copper content. The higher the copper content, the stronger the red coloration, as pure gold is yellow and pure copper is reddish.
A common alloy for rose gold is 75% gold and 25% copper by mass (18 carat). Since rose gold is an alloy, there is therefore no such thing as “pure rose gold”.
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Benjamin Birgan
22:18 05 Jun 22
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Laura Yuile
03:28 02 Jun 22
I’ve had two separate and equally brilliant experiences at Larsen, with Fleur and Jacinta.One, a few years ago, to redesign my engagement ring, and more recently when I decided I wanted to update my wedding band.Both times I have felt totally at ease and able to bring ideas to them and let them be creative. Their suggestions have been spot on and I really appreciated the time they took to understand me and what I might like. I wanted something vintage but not too traditional and they were able to deliver on that brief.I’m so happy with both pieces they have created.
Gary Yang
23:32 26 May 22
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04:25 24 May 22
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12:11 23 May 22
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