Precious Metal options
At DX, all engagement and wedding rings, and jewellery options, are available in four precious metal options. Made to your taste and to suite your skin tone, choose between Platinum or 18ct White, Yellow or Rose Gold.
Platinum
The most durable and popular of metals. The colour is versatile and works well with all skin tones, especially fair and light skins.
Yellow Gold
Most Yellow Gold settings at DX are 18ct, some options may offer 9ct weighting also. Associated with royalty, yellow gold is rich in history.
Rose Gold
The pink undertone of Rose Gold, gives it a sense of romance. Also available in 18ct or 9ct weighting and creates beautiful contrasts.
White Gold
A popular alternative to platinum, White gold is available in 18ct or 9ct on some settings. An affordable option, white gold is a beautiful metal option.
Platinum
Appearance
Platinum looks similar to white gold or silver and is compatible with all skin tones, especially fair to light skin.
Durability
Renowned worldwide for its strength and durability, Platinum is resistant to rust, tarnish and damage from day-to-day wear and water exposure.
Price
Platinum remains one of the most valuable precious metals, surpassing even gold. This makes Platinum the premium choice for most rings and high-wear settings.
Colour
Virtually indistinguishable from white gold or silver, the quality and durability of platinum will be enjoyed over years to come.
Yellow Gold
Appearance
18ct Yellow Gold is rich in history and a popular colour for engagement rings, even today. The tone is perfect for delicate or bold settings and works well with other metal colours.
Durability
Yellow Gold is a mix of 75% pure gold and 25% other strong metals that help give it durability and greater strength for every day wear.
Price
Available in 18ct and 9ct options on some settings, Yellow Gold is a more affordable option than platinum, carrying the same price as white or rose colour options.
Colour
The rich golden tone of Yellow Gold is unmistakable. A symbol of wealth and a beautiful choice when set with hand-selected diamonds in a beautiful setting.
Rose Gold
Appearance
A romantic blend of pure gold and copper - 18ct Rose Gold offers a feminine glow that suits many rings styles and skin tones.
Durability
With similar strength and durability to yellow and white golds, Rose Gold is also resistant to rust and tarnish and is a great option for daily wear.
Price
With a price point lower than platinum, Rose Gold at 18ct or 9ct prices similarly to it's yellow and white gold alternatives, making it a romantic yet affordable alternate to more traditional colours.
Colour
Soft and feminine, Rose Gold works beautifully in engagement rings, wedding rings and even jewellery pieces. Many choosing to match Rose Gold with other metals to create a unique and complementary jewellery mix.
White Gold
Appearance
Contemporary and popular, 18ct White Gold is an affordable alternate to platinum, with similar eye-catching properties.
Durability
Mixed with very strong metal alloys, White Gold is highly durable and perfect for daily wear.
Price
White Gold is an affordable option at a lower price point than platinum. It is recommended White Gold is maintained with a re-rhodium plating every few years for increased longevity.
Colour
Compatible with all skin types - White Gold is a versatile metal that helps accentuate the sparkle of the diamonds set on and around it.
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