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How durable is a sterling silver ring coated in thick white gold?
Looking to buy an Irish Claddagh ring for my girlfriend for valentines day. I have the choice between a sterling silver ring coated in thick white gold or one that is simply sterling silver. I know nothing about jewelry Can anyone tell me which one would be better?
the white gold plating will add a 'colder' color to the silver and will prevent tarnish for as long as it's there. 'Thick' plating means nothing unless it states how thick it actually is. Sterling silver has a warmer color and will scratch a bit easier. It will also tarnish (turn black) after a while, but that is easily cleaned off and with regular wear shouldn't be too much of an issue.
How long will the plating last? That depends on the thickness of the plating, how regularly the ring is worn and what type of activities your girlfriend does with the ring on (gardening etc.).
I personally don't like the white gold plating. To me, the silver looks like rhodium plated Costume Jewelry. I like the way silver 'ages'. The little scratches, the bit of tarnish that will sit in the scratches etc. It gives the jewelry real personality.
The Process of Creating a Sterling Silver Ring