The Palette of Gold
While the iconic glow of pure gold is the very soul of the metal, its true genius lies in its versatility.
The world of fine jewelry offers a breathtaking spectrum of color, and at Elyssienna, our collection celebrates this artistry through classic Yellow Gold, romantic Rose Gold, and elegant White Gold.
These exquisite variations in color are the result of a the masterful science of alloying. The final tonality of a piece is determined by the specific precious metals that are masterfully blended with pure, 24K gold to give it both its distinctive hue and its enduring resilience.
Yellow Gold: The Embodiment of Classic Radiance
The Amore Heart Studs (In Yellow Gold)
This is the quintessential color of gold in its most celebrated form. To achieve the perfect balance of color and strength for our 14K pieces, pure gold is masterfully alloyed with a precise blend of silver and copper. This process fortifies the metal for a lifetime of wear while preserving the beautiful, natural warmth that is the signature of pure gold.
Rose Gold: The Poetry of a Warm Blush
The Amore Heart Studs (In Rose Gold)
The captivating, warm blush of rose gold is a testament to the influence of copper in the alloy. As a naturally reddish metal, a greater proportion of copper in the blend imparts the final piece with its signature romantic tonality. The precise ratio of gold to copper determines the depth of its blush, from a subtle pink to a rich, warm rose.
White Gold: The Brilliance of Cool Luster
The Amore Heart Studs (In White Gold)
White gold is created by alloying pure yellow gold with white metals such as palladium or zinc. This process neutralizes the metal's natural yellow, resulting in a durable alloy with a soft, champagne-like warmth.
To achieve the brilliant, mirror-like luster that defines fine white gold, a final, crucial step is undertaken: the piece is plated in rhodium, a rare and precious metal from the platinum family.
This rhodium finish is a mark of uncompromising quality, fundamentally different from the decorative plating on fashion jewelry. Its purpose is to perfect the final color and add a resilient layer of protection to an already precious piece.
The rhodium plating is exceptionally durable, yet with years of devoted wear, it may begin to thin, particularly on high-contact areas like the base of a ring. You may eventually notice the subtle, warmer undertone of the natural white gold beneath. This is a natural evolution for a well-loved piece, not a defect. Any professional jeweler can re-apply this rhodium layer, a simple process often called "re-dipping", which will instantly restore its original, brilliant white luster.