White Gold or Platinum Setting?

[CBurby]

Well I have finally decided on a ring, but now the question is what metal do I want the setting in. The ring itself will be in 18K YG and their will be 5 bezeled diamonds on each shank. I am trying to figure out if I should have the setting (which is an X-Prong) and the bezels in White Gold or Platinum. I am kind of in favor of White Gold, just because I think it will look nicer with a shiny yellow gold. The idea of a patina platinum and a shiny YG doesn''t sound all that appealing to me. Can I get your thoughts on this? Is white gold a bad choice for a setting since it is not near as strong as platinum, or will it not really make much of a difference?

Thanks!

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I don''t see any problem using white gold IF you can find out the answer to one thing. As we know, over time white gold can turn a little yellow which makes it necessary to rhodium plate it. If you have a two tone ring with yellow and white, is it possible to ONLY rhodium plate the white gold bezel portion?

 

[JulieN]

yes, it''s possible to electroplate part of it.

You''re getting an oval, right? with six prongs?

Plat or WG, it''s your choice...I don''t think safety or patina is a big deal in this case.