In a blockbuster film, both good acting and an interesting storyline are equally important. The same thing goes with the metal and the gemstone in your engagement ring. Have you made up your mind to buy a natural alexandrite ring as your engagement ring or birthstone ring? If you have, then you’ve already made a wise decision and if you’ve zeroed in on an antique alexandrite ring, then you’ve made a splendid choice/ But in order to get the best alexandrite jewelry, you still need to take into account many other attributes of the ring and metal is the most important of them.
Luckily these days there are many options in metals to create a ring whether it is an antique alexandrite ring or an alexandrite mens ring. So, you should know which metal can go well with the color-changing alexandrite and with the personality of its wearer.
Let’s go metal by metal to find the suitable metal for your natural alexandrite ring.
White Gold
White gold has 2 varieties – 14k and 18k. In 14k, the share of pure gold is 58.3% and in 18k it is 75%, the rest is a composition of other metals & non-metals silver, copper, and zinc. And it has rhodium polish for whiteness. All the cuts and sizes of alexandrite go perfectly well with white gold. We all know alexandrite has two color tones- one is greenish blue and the other one is purplish red. White gold goes perfectly well with both of them. White gold is good for both everyday wear and occasional adornment because its brightness does not fade away easily. You will definitely lose your heart for an alexandrite ring in white gold.
Yellow Gold
Yellow gold occurs naturally but is too soft to be fit for a jewel because it deforms easily. Therefore, it is mixed with some other metals & non-metals (such as silver & copper) for strength so that a jeweler can make mesmerizing jewelry pieces out of it. Yellow gold also comes in different purity grades measured in karat. The higher the karat count, the purest the gold. When we talk about the compatibility of yellow gold with alexandrite, we can say that they both are made for each other. An alexandrite ring in yellow gold is a jewel for all personality types.
Rose Gold
Rose gold is a mix of yellow gold and copper, which was introduced by the Russians. Because of the oxidation property of copper, the overall color of the metal gets darker with time. The gradual darkening of the color makes rose gold a popular choice among some jewelry admirers. While others prefer its sparkling pink tone. Though alexandrite looks good with rose gold, the gemstone looks even more beautiful with yellow gold and white gold. The pinkish tint of rose gold makes it a hit among women.
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Black Metal
Black metal is a preference for bold jewelry lovers and is common in men’s jewelry. Black metal can be made from a combination of many metals, but titanium is getting popular as black metal because it is lightweight and durable. Men’s jewelry looks extremely bold and masculine in black metal and men usually fall for it, but women usually do not prefer black metal in gemstone jewelry.
Sterling Silver
Sterling silver is one of the traditional metals. It has 92 % pure silver and 8 % copper. Sterling silver can be a good choice in case you are planning to buy a vintage alexandrite ring. The one thing you should know about this metal is that it gets darker with time even by simply being in contact with the air because air can’t be completely devoid of moisture and silver has a high oxidizing rate. Alexandrite is a valuable gemstone and perhaps you would want it to be set in a sparkling metal that doesn’t lose shine easily hence we do not recommend silver for your ring though sterling silver doesn’t corrode easily. If you like whiteness you can go for platinum or white gold.
Platinum
Platinum is not just a sparkling white metal but also a perfect way to complement a precious gemstone. It is around 4 times harder than traditional yellow gold. Platinum comes in two types; one is platinum 950 and the other one is Platinum 900. Platinum 950 has 95% pure platinum and 5% other elements. On the other hand, platinum 900 has 90% of pure platinum and 10% other elements. Because platinum is harder than other commonly used metals, it is resistant to scratches and therefore makes your jewelry durable.
To conclude we can say that most metals are suitable for an alexandrite ring as long as you are comfortable with the look and feel of your ring. It is just a matter of personal preference which metal looks good to you. Some metals look bright for a long time, some are durable and some of them go perfectly well for specific occasions and attires. So if you are investing your money in a natural alexandrite stone, then wisely choose a metal that can justify its worth.
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