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Matte platinum v. matte white gold

P: 1/9/2008 4:37:55 PM
brooke.lynne Rough Rock Total Posts: 54 Last Post: 5/17/2008 Member Since: 12/7/2007	Hey, all. My boyfriend has found an engagement ring setting that we both really like. It's platinum with a matte finish, which gives it a really modern look that I like a lot. My concern is that the matte finish doesn't last very long without getting scratched, according to what's been said in other threads. Also, I was wondering about having it done in 18K WG. I know white gold is softer, but from what I understand platinum scratches more easily. I'm also worried about the rhodium plating on WG wearing off more quickly if I need to have the finish reapplied occasionally. Can anyone offer a comparison of the two? P.S. - Engagement ring shopping is so fun!
Posted: 1/9/2008 4:37:55 PM

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P: 1/9/2008 4:44:56 PM
brooke.lynne Rough Rock Total Posts: 54 Last Post: 5/17/2008 Member Since: 12/7/2007	Just in case anyone is wondering, here is the link from the store where we saw it. I tried on the exact one in the photo and it is super-delicate looking (about 1.8 mm), which balances out the masculine feel of the platinum. I wonder if the matted white gold would look the same color (a soft of gunmetal gray), and whether how that would change when the rhodium wears off
Posted: 1/9/2008 4:44:56 PM

P: 1/9/2008 4:57:30 PM
Çã†hër§ Cut Rock Total Posts: 402 Last Post: 9/8/2009 Member Since: 3/4/2006	hello and welcome! I have to say I love your avatar pic! MTM!! My original ER was 14k tension set, shiny finish, and then I decided to get a matte finish put on. I really prefer the matte finish to be honest, it changed the entire look of the ring, it is very funky and modern. My current ER is platinum, and I was considering getting a matte finish on it, but my beloved wasn't too keen on the idea, not quite sure why...obviously I need to work on him a bit more The thing I like the most about matte finish was that you do not see it too often, and that is what I like. Keep us updated on your ring hunt!
Posted: 1/9/2008 4:57:30 PM

P: 1/9/2008 5:17:27 PM
diamondseeker2006 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 17,609 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 1/11/2006	Just wanted to mention that 18k white gold is not softer than platinum 950. For further reading: http://www.pricescope.com/idealbb/view.asp?topicID=17059 Both have advantages and disadvantages. Platinum can be repolished without losing metal. WG will lose metal over time. WG will have to be re-rhodium plated and in your case, given the matte finish. I personally think it is not necessary to put a matte finish on platinum, because as time passes and it collects all the little scratches, it develops a gray patina anyway. It won't remain shiny unless you have it polished. ~~~ When in doubt...don't.~~~
Posted: 1/9/2008 5:17:27 PM

P: 1/10/2008 1:01:22 AM
brooke.lynne Rough Rock Total Posts: 54 Last Post: 5/17/2008 Member Since: 12/7/2007	Thanks so much for the input, and the welcome! I am leaning more and more towards the platinum. Does anyone know of any cleaning issues that I should be aware of as far as the finish and the different metals? I am considering having a nearby jewelery make a replica for me, especially the band, because it seems like it's overpriced by about $500. Here is another photo I found online, which shows the finish better.
Posted: 1/10/2008 1:01:22 AM

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