Ouro Branco ou Platina? Entenda a Diferença e Qual é Melhor para sua Joia

Which is better: platinum or white gold? This is one of the most common questions when someone starts researching wedding rings, engagement rings, rivieras, luxury jewelry, and high jewelry. And the truth is that almost no one correctly explains the technical, structural, and aesthetic differences between 18k white gold and 950 platinum. In this video, I explain in detail: — what is white gold; — why white gold doesn't exist naturally; — how rhodium plating works; — why white gold jewelry requires maintenance; — which metal alloys are used; — the risks of nickel in white gold; — why some people have allergies to jewelry; — why palladium is superior to nickel; — how white gold maintenance works; — the real advantages of platinum; — why Cartier, Tiffany, Harry Winston, and other maisons use platinum in extremely valuable jewelry; — why platinum is safer for large diamonds; — Differences in durability; — Structural differences; — Differences in maintenance; — Differences in added value; — Differences between 18k 750 white gold and 950 platinum. Furthermore, I explain which metals make more sense depending on the jewelry: engagement ring, wedding band, riviera, earrings, pendants, and jewelry with high-value diamonds. Platinum is naturally white and does not need rhodium plating. White gold, on the other hand, depends on rhodium to achieve that brilliant white seen in jewelry stores. This directly impacts maintenance, appearance, and durability. Another extremely important point: Many jewelers use nickel in white gold because it is cheaper. This can cause allergies and drastically reduce the quality of the jewelry. In the video, I explain why alloys with palladium are far superior for high-end jewelry. I also explain: — Why platinum is so rare in Brazil; — Why few workshops can work correctly with platinum; — Why platinum is so widely used in solitaire rings and diamonds over 1 carat; — Real differences between luxury, exclusivity, and durability. If you are searching for: platinum or white gold, white gold or platinum, platinum engagement ring, white gold wedding band, 950 platinum, 18k white gold, difference between platinum and white gold, luxury jewelry, high jewelry, diamonds, riviera, rhodium plating, white gold allergy, jewelry maintenance, diamond in platinum, this video will help you a lot. My name is Marcelo Santafé, a jeweler for over 16 years, partner at Saint Vetsky Joalheria, specializing in high-end designer jewelry, natural diamonds, precious gems, and exclusive jewelry produced in 18k gold and platinum. 📍 Saint Vetsky — Porto Alegre 💎 Designer jewelry • High jewelry • Natural diamonds