ROSE GOLD
Rose gold is an alloy of gold with an increased content of copper, which gives the metal its characteristic warm, pinkish-red shade. The more copper in the alloy, the richer the pink colour. Rose gold combines the nobility of gold with a soft, romantic hue that looks especially warm on the skin and suits almost everyone. In the early 19th century it was loved in the Empire (the alloy is also known as 'red gold'), and later made famous by the jewellery house Cartier. In the 21st century rose gold underwent a powerful fashion revival — in jewellery, watches and even technology. The hallmark (585, 750) states the content of pure gold. Rose gold is a noble alloy of warm pinkish-red shade, in which copper gives gold a romantic, tender hue that combines the classic value of the precious metal with a modern, warm and universally appealing look.
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Distinction
Both are gold alloys, since pure gold is too soft for jewellery; the difference lies in the metals mixed into yellow gold. Rose gold is made by adding copper, which lends a warm pinkish-red hue and increases hardness. White gold is alloyed with palladium or nickel and is usually plated with rhodium to achieve its cool silvery shine. Rose gold is warm, romantic and needs no plating, while white gold is restrained, modern and requires periodic rhodium renewal.
