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How to Choose Between 14 KT and 18 KT Gold for an Engagement Ring

The engaged couple has picked out the stone, the band, the cut, so what comes next? Originally, it probably seemed like an easy task to pick out an engagement ring, but for every ring there are decisions, 決定, 決定. Before completing the purchase, a couple must consider the type of gold. There is a big question surrounding whether 14 KT or 18 KT gold is better for a wedding ring.

Before beginning, it is important to know what karats even mean. A karat is simply a term of measurement for the purity of gold. To give a frame of reference, 24 KT gold is pure gold. Although it is desirable to have “real” gold, pure gold is too soft to be used in its purest form and must, したがって, be combined with other metals to make it hard enough to be used for jewelry. When thinking about karats and their closeness to pure gold, 14 KT gold is 58% 純金, while 18 KT is 75% 純金. Since it is closer to pure gold, 18 KT gold will most certainly cost more than 14 KT gold. しかし, since it contains more gold than 14 KT, the 18 KT gold will make for a heavier ring.

Strength-wise, 14 KT is much stronger than 18 KT due to the heavier mixture of metal alloys. したがって, this strength is important in very detailed rings. 例えば, having strong metal for the prongs will keep the diamonds in place better than prongs of a weaker metal.

Durability-wise, 18 KT gold is much more likely to get scratched than14 KT gold because it is closer to the softness of pure gold. With this in mind, one will have to polish an 18 KT gold ring much more often than a 14 KT ring.

For vintage lovers, 18 KT gold might be a more popular choice because this particular metal scratches in a way that ensures a patina. If a ring has a more rustic flair to it, this patina might be especially desirable.

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14 KT vs. 18 KT Yellow Gold:

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Yellow gold has a warm, rich look that’s resurging in popularity for engagement rings. Extremely versatile, it lends itself to a number of styles — but here’s your first choice: 14k or 18k yellow gold?

The difference between 14k and 18k yellow gold is the amount of gold each contains. 18k yellow gold contains 75 percent gold and 25 percent alloyed metals, and 14k yellow gold contains 58 percent gold and 42 percent alloys. The proportion causes a slight difference in appearance and price.

CAN YOU SEE THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 14K AND 18K YELLOW GOLD?
はい, the two types are beautifully distinct. 18k yellow gold is a rich yellow color, while 14k looks whiter because it contains more alloy. But the difference in appearance can also depend on accent diamonds — the more you have, the less focal the metal will be.

WHAT’S THE PRICE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN 14K AND 18K YELLOW GOLD?
There’s a slight price difference between 14k and 18k yellow gold: 18k will cost a bit more, because it contains more actual gold than 14k.

The price difference varies from style to style (you can easily compare on our product pages). The more metal used in the setting, the more the price difference will be. In smaller, petite rings the difference can hover around $90, but for styles that use a lot of metal detailing and a thick band, the difference can climb above $200.

IS THERE A DIFFERENCE IN DURABILITY?
はい, and that’s also dependent on the amount of gold in each. 18k golds are softer than 14k, because they include more actual gold, which is a relatively soft metal. Yellow gold also isn’t coated in anything, like white gold is with rhodium, so it doesn’t gain any additional strength that way.

IS 14K OR 18K YELLOW GOLD BETTER?
That totally depends on your personal preference! If you have a particularly active lifestyle or work a lot with your hands, you might want to opt for 14k gold for its higher durability. How yellow you like your yellow gold to be might also influence your decision — but remember that if you choose an engagement ring style with several accent diamonds, that could change the ring’s overall effect. Considering durability and look, and aiming for a balance of those two factors according to your personal taste and priorities, is probably the best way to decide.

 

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14k yellow gold engagement ring Ridged Pave Diamond
Ridged Pave Diamond Engagement Ring
This incredible ring is made out of 14kt yellow gold. It features 0.10 carats of pave set accent diamonds. These tiny diamonds are ridged onto the band, and they are slightly elevated. This accents the classic solitaire setting and adds a nice sparkle to it. The combination of 14kt yellow gold with the round center diamond stone (and accent diamonds as well) is breathtaking.

 

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18k yellow gold engagement ring Classic Rising Diamond
Classic Rising Diamond Engagement Ring
The metal shares the stage beautifully with your center diamond in this stunning engage