Yellow Gold Wedding
Bands & Rings

While 24ct gold is the purest expression of gold, it is not suitable for jewellery that will be worn every day. 24ct yellow gold wedding bands are quite soft and can be easily damaged. We usually recommend 18ct gold (which is 75% pure and alloyed with metals like copper or silver) for jewellery that will be worn daily, as it is much more durable while still having a high purity.

18ct gold is generally considered the standard for jewellery designed with regular use in mind. 24ct gold has a greater level of purity than 18ct gold (100% compared to 75%), but is considerably softer and more prone to wear, scratching and losing its shape. 18ct gold strikes the perfect balance of purity and practicality, making it ideal for yellow gold wedding rings that will last a lifetime.

Yellow gold has been a popular choice for wedding rings for hundreds of years, and remains so today. While alternatives such as white gold, rose gold and platinum are also great choices for creating exquisite wedding rings, many still adore the warmth, versitility, and nod to tradtion that yellow gold brings to any ring design.

No matter which setting style or stone arrangement you choose, from micro-claw settings to hammer set styles, you’ll find yellow gold complements just about every colour and variety of stone. While brilliant white diamonds are a traditional favourite, fancy-coloured diamonds and other coloured gemstones (such as ruby, sapphire and emerald) can all add beauty to even a simple yellow gold wedding band.

Yes, yellow gold is perfectly suited to all manner of unique designs and styles. From fine engraving to curved bands, our jewellers can craft bespoke yellow gold wedding rings that are limited only by your imagination.

With proper care, 18ct yellow gold wedding rings are durable enough to last a lifetime. However, 18ct gold can still scratch or wear over time, so it's still important to take care of your wedding ring, to keep it looking vibrant and beautiful for years to come. Ideally, you should remove your ring for activities like sport or gardening, avoid exposing it to harsh chemicals, and keep it in a box or pouch when not being worn. It's also essential to bring it in for regular cleaning and inspection - we recommend at least once a year.