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: You can find white gold in various purities. For instance, 18K white gold consists of 75% pure gold, while 14K contains approximately 58.3%. Pure 24K gold cannot be "white" because it contains no alloying metals.

You can find white gold at various retailers ranging from local luxury boutiques to large-scale online marketplaces: Diamond ring, white gold

: Some older white gold alloys use nickel, which can cause allergic reactions in some people. Modern high-quality pieces often use palladium or silver as hypoallergenic alternatives. Where to Buy

: Most white gold jewelry is plated with a thin layer of rhodium , a precious metal in the platinum family, to provide a brilliant, hard, and reflective white finish. Buying Guide: Key Considerations