Just Ask Leslie: Jewelry Tips

Dear Leslie,
I’ve always wondered about pink gold. Most gold that I see is yellow or white gold. Can you tell me what pink gold is exactly?
Thanks,
Sarah in New Haven

Gold in its pure form is a yellow metallic element but it’s too soft to use in jewelry that way. Most of the time, gold is mixed with other metals to make something called an alloy. An alloy is simply a mixture of two or more metals. Pink gold, sometimes called rose gold or red gold, is a gold alloy where the amount of silver has been reduced and the amount of copper has been increased. So, pink gold is really gold with copper added to give it a special rose color.

This 14K polished pink gold wavy bangle is diamond cut to give it some terrific sparkle. It’s a wonderful example of pink gold. This bangle is a great piece to add to your jewelry collection and will help you stand out compared to the sea of yellow and white gold. It’s definitely unique and it’s just $95!

Another wonderful way to accessorize with pink gold is with these lovely 14K polished pink gold drop earrings. Bringing warmth and grace to any outfit, these pink gold earrings are just $140 for an incredible look. The rose tones of the gold bring out fresh, peachy colors in your skin and look stunning in any light.