What is 585 pink gold and how to choose it?

They say that everything new is well forgotten old. Rose gold 585, which has become very popular in recent years, is that forgotten old. Indeed, in the USSR, almost all jewelry was made of just such pink gold, while strict state standards were observed. The only insignificant difference between Soviet gold and modern gold is that the purity was 583. Let's look at this in more detail.

Pure gold is not used to make jewelry, as it is a very soft metal. To give jewelry more strength and ductility, this precious metal is combined with other components, that is, an alloy is made. Such additives from other inexpensive metals are called ligatures.

In the Soviet alloy 583 samples contained 58.3% gold, 18.3% silver and 23.4% copper. But on the international market there has always been a carat measurement system for precious alloys. The entire composition was measured in 24 carats, which means that 14 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, in the Russian jewelry industry 0.2% of gold was added to the alloy, respectively, its fineness changed to 585.

Gold is called pink for its characteristic hue, which appears due to the addition of copper to the alloy. Now Russian rose gold of 585 assay value is 58.5% gold, 32.5% copper and 9% silver.

Gold of 585 assay value is not only pink. The final shade depends on the type of ligature and on the percentage of metals in the alloy.

• Red - 58.5% gold, 33.5% copper, 8% silver. This gold used to be called "pure gold", 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 for a light blueness to be present in white gold, the jewelry is subjected to galvanic treatment with rhodium, that is, it is dipped into a special solution with this substance.

For example, yellow gold is more fragile and prone to deformation. Of all these types, one can give preference to pink, since it combines high quality and relatively low cost.

There are two other types of rose gold - 18-carat (750 carat) and 9-carat (375 carat). In the first case high gold content makes products more valuable and elite... High plasticity allows you to create the most complex, delicate, highly artistic jewelry. But at the same time they are more susceptible to deformation, because the more gold there is in the alloy, the softer it is. Rose gold 375 assay value contains a large percentage of ligature, therefore it is rather inexpensive, but also more affordable. It also makes good jewelry that is in demand.

In jewelry stores, the assortment of rose gold items exceeds all others, and this is not surprising. Everything is explained by the fact that with good quality it is relatively inexpensive and affordable for a wide range of buyers.

Per pale pink romantic shade jewelry made of this gold is also preferred by young girlsand mature women. As is known, men are more likely to opt for white or yellow gold... Although they can also purchase, for example, key rings, cufflinks or tie clips from the pink version, only in a more laconic, austere style.

Pendants, bracelets, rings and signet rings, chains, brooches, pins and other jewelry made from this alloy can have a wide variety of designs. These can be both individual pieces and sets made in the same style. Watch cases are also made of this kind of gold.

In their production, jewelers use different techniques - weaving, blowing, soldering, cutting. Stylish, original jewelry is also obtained in combination with precious and semi-precious stones, cubic zirconia and even rhinestones.

Their designs are not necessarily in the form of a traditional and plain plain ring. They can be grooved or interspersed with precious stones, in combination with white or yellow gold or platinum, as well as with a pure gloss or matte surface. Individual rings with a commemorative inscription are also ordered from private jewelers..

When buying jewelry, be sure to make sure that the product has a stamp. On factory-made rose gold in Russia, it looks like a profile of a woman's head turned to the right, with numbers 585 and letters - the abbreviation of the State Assay Office that checked this product. The test in the form of a star with a hammer and sickle is no longer relevant today, unless it is an old Soviet-made product.... When ordering individually, jewelers put their so-called "names" next to the sample - this is the manufacturer's personal stamp.

If the jewelry was purchased somewhere on the market from hands, then you should not be surprised if in the end it turns out that a fake was purchased.There is a lot of gold on sale now from China, Turkey and Poland. It is no different from Russian, if only its composition corresponds to the same percentage of ligatures.

As mentioned, 585 pink gold jewelry is quite strong and durable, so it can be passed down from generation to generation and complement heirlooms.

When choosing jewelry, everyone observes their own individual style, because people have different tastes: someone likes minimalism, simplicity and brevity, while the other prefers luxury, originality and intricacy. There can be a lot of decorations, because even for a summer dress or a business suit, it is advisable to choose gizmos that differ in design... Also, jewelry is not only for an evening and festive look, but also more restrained in style for everyday wear. After all, the strength of 585-karat pink gold easily allows you to wear a variety of rings, chains, bracelets or cufflinks every day.

Gold is called a noble metal for a reason. It does not react with other chemicals, acids, alkalis. But since rose gold is an alloy, jewelry made from it must be protected from the effects of various household chemicals, acids or mercury. In addition, from strong mechanical stress, scratches, dents, and roughness may appear. Therefore, careful handling and care of your jewelry is recommended.

The care is as follows.

• There is a special paste for cleaning the surface of precious metal jewelry. The product can be purchased at jewelry stores and workshops.

• In the absence of paste, the jewelry can be washed with warm soapy water using a soft toothbrush or a special brush. The water should not be hot, especially since the decoration should not be boiled.

• Then polish with a soft cloth. But in no case use solid abrasive substances.

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