is about half as expensive as platinum
with many of the same desirable
characteristics: superior whiteness,
greater purity and better working
properties for gemstone setting.
in color to platinum and whiter in color than 14K and 18K white gold. Hardness tests show that platinum
and palladium have virtually the same resistance to scratching.
Palladium is a lustrous silver-white metal that resembles platinum. It was recongnized as a distinct element in
1803 by William Wollaston.
Beginning in 1939, it has been used for jewelry. Recent improvements in alloying technology, coupled with the
increase in platinum prices make it an excellent affordable choice for today's fine jewelry.
At Equinox, our palladium jewelry is made from an alloy that is 95% pure palladium. Platinum alloys are either
90% or 95% pure, depending on the specific application. Compare these ratios to 18 karat gold which contains
75% pure gold and 14 karat with only 58.5% pure gold. Palladium has a natural white luster and is essentially
identical in color to platinum. At a cost equivalent to white gold, palladium has many advantages and is well
worth considering as the metal for your next purchase of fine jewelry
