White gold and platinum are amongst the most popular precious metals for fabricating fine jewellery and diamond engagement rings, so the question we often get asked is –
Which one is for me?
Though they may look identical at first sight, sharing a polished silvery hue, there are in fact various attributes which set white gold and platinum apart.
To make the right choice, let’s take a look at how the two metals compare in terms of appearance, durability and cost.