All about Precious Metals

Precious metals are rare and naturally occurring elements valued for their beauty, rarity, and resistance to tarnish. For centuries, they’ve been used to craft jewelry that endures — in both form and meaning. At Golden Eiffel, we primarily work with 18K gold, platinum (Pt950), and to a lesser extent palladium (Pd950), carefully chosen for their elegance, durability, and lasting value. 

Gold has long been the foundation of fine jewelry. We use 18-karat gold (75% pure) — a blend that strikes the perfect balance between richness and resilience.

• White Gold
  Sleek and modern, white gold is our most requested metal. It gets its silvery tone from alloying with white metals, and its bright finish from a rhodium plating. Over time, this rhodium layer can wear off, but a quick replating will restore its shine.

• Yellow Gold
  The warm, natural tone of yellow gold is timeless and regal. Though less commonly requested by our clientele, it remains a popular choice for wedding bands and traditional pieces.

• Rose Gold
  With a blush of copper, rose gold adds a soft, romantic twist. While not as dominant as white gold, it’s perfect for those wanting something subtle yet different.

Palladium (Pd950) shares many qualities with platinum: it’s hypoallergenic, naturally white, and doesn’t need rhodium plating. But it’s lighter in weight — and in price. In Indonesia, palladium is often chosen by Muslim men seeking a non-gold alternative for wedding rings. While lesser known, it offers understated beauty and practicality. 

Not every metal fits every design. At Golden Eiffel, we carefully consider the structure, setting, gemstone, and purpose of a piece before selecting its metal. Here’s how we approach it:

• White Gold is perfect for highlighting colorless or bright gemstones — like diamonds, sapphires, and aquamarines. Its neutral tone amplifies sparkle and contrast.

• Yellow or Rose Gold can enrich the warmth of stones like rubies, citrines, or certain opals — creating a vintage or romantic feel.

• Platinum is often used for fine solitaire rings, especially with large or valuable center stones. Its density holds prongs more securely, making it ideal for precious or delicate stones like emeralds or larger diamonds.

• Palladium is typically chosen for men’s wedding bands, especially when budget, comfort, or religious considerations come into play. Its lightness makes it ideal for simpler, everyday styles.