White gold yellowing

[CJ_2008]

Does 14K white gold have to be rhodium plated? And if so, which will 14k or 18k white gold yellow faster. I''ve received conflicting opinions so far.

 

[JSM]

Neat freak answered this very well in your last topic.

Any kind of White gold will need to be replated at some point, that point depends on your body chemistry, could be a few months could be years. And since 14k has more nickel in it it will likely stay a bit more silvery even when the rhodium is worn off.

All newer white gold is rhodium plated, and most everyone will need it replated at some point. Yellowing MAY be more obvious in 18k, but the rate depends on body chemistry.