Choosing between gold and platinum affects a ring’s appearance, durability, and ethics. Gold comes in yellow, white and rose hues. 18k gold is 75% pure; 14k is 58.3% pure and more durable. Platinum is naturally white, hypoallergenic and denser, making it heavier and more resistant to wear.
From an ethical perspective, gold extraction can be damaging, but the jewellery industry recycles a significant portion—80% of gold in the UK comes from recycled sources thoughtshift.co.uk. When you opt for recycled or Fairmined gold, you reduce environmental impact. Platinum is rarer and more energy-intensive to mine, but recycled platinum is increasingly available.
Consider your lifestyle and budget: gold is lighter and typically less expensive; platinum is heavier and may cost more but offers greater durability. Both can be ethical when sourced responsibly. Diamonds4Change uses recycled gold by default and offers recycled or Fairmined platinum on request. We also ensure diamonds are conflict‑free or lab‑grown, so whichever metal you choose, your ring will shine with integrity.
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