white gold

Frequency: 7.518.0 per million words

an alloy of gold and a white metal such as palladium or nickel

Categories:

Examples (10)

  • She chose an 18-carat white gold engagement ring for its cool luster.
  • The jeweler recommended rhodium plating to keep the white gold from yellowing over time.
  • Unlike yellow gold, white gold is alloyed with nickel or palladium for durability.
  • He inherited a vintage watch with a white-gold case.
  • Are you polishing your white gold jewelry at least once a year?
  • The band had been crafted in white gold to match the bride's platinum earrings.
  • Prices for white gold have risen as palladium costs surged this quarter.
  • I've always preferred white gold because it complements cooler skin tones.
  • The necklace was recast from white gold after the customer developed a nickel allergy.
  • If maintained properly, white gold can retain its brilliance for decades.