They say that everything new is well forgotten old. 585 pink gold, which has become very popular in recent years, is that forgotten old. Indeed, in the USSR, almost all jewelry was made precisely from such pink gold, while strict state standards were observed. The only insignificant difference between Soviet gold and modern gold is that the sample was 583. We will examine this in more detail.
What it is?
Pure gold is not used for the manufacture of jewelry, since it is a very soft metal. To give jewelry more strength and ductility, this precious metal is combined with other components, that is, it makes an alloy. Such additives from other inexpensive metals are called ligatures.
In the Soviet alloy 583 samples contained 58.3% of gold, 18.3% of silver and 23.4% of copper. But in the international market there has always been a carat system for measuring precious alloys. The whole composition was measured in 24 carats, which means that 14.5 carats corresponded to 58.5% of gold. After the collapse of the USSR, in order to establish trade on the world market and meet international standards, in this case 14 carats, 0.2% of gold was added to the alloy in the Russian jewelry industry, respectively, its sample changed to 585.
Gold is called pink for its characteristic shade, which appears due to the fact that copper is added to the alloy. Now Russian 585 pink rose gold consists of 58.5% gold, 32.5% copper and 9% silver.
This composition is optimal for the manufacture of rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets and chains, as it has qualities such as wear resistance and durability, and also does not fade and does not lose its original shine.
What is the difference?
Gold 585 is not only pink. The final shade depends on the type of ligature and the percentage of metals in the alloy.
Red - 58.5% gold, 33.5% copper, 8% silver. This gold used to be called "pure", coins were forged from it.
Yellow - 58.5% gold, 22.75% copper, 18.75% silver.
Green - 58.5% gold, 11.5% copper, 30% silver.
White - 58.5% gold, 3% copper, 10% silver, 25% palladium, 3.5% zinc. In order to present a slight blueness in white gold, the jewelry is galvanized by rhodium, that is, it is immersed in a special solution with this substance.
Not only color depends on the ligature, but also indicators such as ductility, ductility, strength.
For example, yellow gold is more fragile and prone to deformation. Of all these species, pink can be preferred, since it combines high quality and relatively low cost.
There are two more types of pink gold - this is 18-carat (750 fineness) and 9-carat (375 fineness). In the first case high gold content makes items more valuable and elite. High plasticity allows you to create the most complex, subtlest, highly artistic jewelry. But at the same time they are more prone to deformation, because the more gold in the alloy, the softer it is. Rose gold 375 of the test contains a large percentage of the ligature, therefore, quite inexpensive, but also more affordable. It also produces good jewelry that is in demand.
What jewelry do they make?
In jewelry stores, the assortment of rose gold products exceeds all others, and this is not surprising. The reason is that with good quality it is relatively inexpensive and affordable for a wide range of customers.
Per soft pink romantic shade jewelry from this gold is more preferred by young girls, and mature women. As known, men more opt for white or yellow gold. Although they can purchase, for example, key rings, cufflinks or tie clips from the pink version, only in a more concise, simple style.
Pendants, bracelets, rings and rings, chains, brooches, pins and other jewelry made of this alloy can have a wide variety of designs. It can be either individual copies or sets made in the same style. Watch cases are also made of such gold.
In their production, jewelers use different techniques - weaving, blasting, soldering, cutting. Stylish, original jewelry is also obtained in combination with precious and semiprecious stones, with cubic zirconia and even with rhinestones.
Separately, it can be said about wedding rings made of pink gold - recently they have become especially popular.
Their design is optionally made in the form of a traditional and ordinary smooth ring. They can be corrugated or interspersed with precious stones, in combination with white or yellow gold or with platinum, as well as with a purely glossy or matte surface. Private jewelers also order individual rings with a commemorative inscription..
How to choose?
When buying jewelry, you must make sure that the mark is present on the product. On pink factory-made pink gold, it looks like a profile of a female head with a right turn, with numbers 585 and with letters - The abbreviation of the State Assay Supervision Inspectorate, which has verified this product. A sample in the form of a star with a hammer and sickle is no longer relevant at present, unless it is an old Soviet-made product. With an individual order, jewelers put their so-called "names" next to the sample - this is the manufacturer's personal brand.
It is advisable to buy jewelry in specialized stores with a label and price tag.
If the jewelry was purchased somewhere in the market from the hands, then do not be surprised if it finally turns out that the fake was bought.There is a lot of gold on sale from China, Turkey and Poland. It does not differ from the Russian one, if only its composition corresponds to the same percentage of ligatures.
As mentioned, jewelry from 14k pink gold is quite strong and durable, so it can very well be passed down from generation to generation and complement family jewelry.
When choosing jewelry, everyone follows their own individual style, because people have different tastes: someone likes minimalism, simplicity and conciseness, and the other prefers luxury, originality and intricacy. There can be many adornments, because even for a summer dress or business suit it is advisable to choose things that differ in design. Also, decorations are not only for an evening and festive look, but also more restrained in style for everyday wear. Indeed, the strength of 585 pink gold easily allows you to wear a variety of rings, chains, bracelets or cufflinks daily.
How to care?
Gold is not in vain called a noble metal. It does not react with other chemicals, acids, alkalis. But since rose gold is an alloy, jewelry from it must be protected from the effects of various household chemicals, acids or mercury. In addition, scratches, dents, and roughness can appear from strong mechanical stress. Therefore, careful handling and care of your jewelry is recommended.
Care is as follows.
There is a special paste for cleaning the surface of jewelry made of precious metals. The tool can be purchased at jewelry stores and workshops.
If there is no paste, the decoration can be washed with a warm soapy solution using a soft toothbrush or a special brush. Water should not be hot; moreover, decoration cannot be boiled.
Then polish with a soft cloth. But in no case do not use solid abrasive substances.
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