Typically an alloy of gold and platinum, white gold’s value increases as it has two very precious metals combined in one and is becoming more and more popular. The expense is increased further when plated with rhodium to help enhance the jewellery’s durability. Nevertheless, you should look to do your part in ensuring your white gold jewellery a long and beautiful life.
Years and sometimes just months of wear can make white gold turn a much duller colour. White gold, often seen as bracelets and rings, needs extra care as unlike gold and platinum it can tarnish and lose shine easily. Therefore it is essential that you keep white gold bracelets as clean as possible. Regular cleaning will almost certainly bring back that shine to your cherished white gold jewellery.
There are a number of steps you need to take if you want your white gold ring or bracelet to be completely clean and sparkling. Firstly, clean the jewellery with a toothbrush, water and a detergent-free soap. Give the ring a rub with the toothbrush in soap and water until thoroughly polished and then wash the ring under clear running water. It’s vital that you are as gentle as possible when cleaning white gold jewellery; otherwise you may end up with marks or scratches.