White Gold Engagement Rings
the Krikawa Way: Custom, Collaborative, Personal
Finding the metal that is entirely yours—one that looks right, feels right—can be surprisingly emotional. Couples come to us after scrolling endless other pages wanting something brighter than platinum, yet softer in tone than silver. That’s where our custom-crafted white gold engagement rings take center stage. Designed and created from scratch, tailored to how you live your life, and refined with the exceptional metallurgy Krikawa is renowned for.
White gold begins with pure gold combined with select metals to create a naturally pale alloy (a metal made by combining two or more other metals). Its subtle glow complements both contemporary and vintage-inspired settings, and it creates a striking harmony with diamonds or colored gemstones.
When you design your ring with us, we walk you through alloy choices, surface finishes, and detailed long-term care so the final piece not only reflects your life together, but also how you live.
Inside the Metal: What Sets Krikawa’s Nickel-Free White Gold Alloys Apart
White gold varies widely across the jewelry world, and those influences can affect durability, color tone, and wearability. Commercial alloys often include nickel, which creates a cooler gray appearance but can irritate sensitive skin.
This is why Krikawa works exclusively with nickel-free alloys such as 14k palladium white gold and 18k palladium white gold. Palladium creates a more natural, elegant gray-white tone with long-lasting strength, ideal for a lifetime of wear.
Are you trying to decide between metal options or comparing them to platinum? We offer complimentary guidance through virtual consultations and detailed design previews. Your ring? Built from scratch, not modified from a shelf or inventory, so every choice matters.
Rhodium Plating
Rhodium, a platinum-group metal, is sometimes applied to brighten the surface of white gold. Many mass-market rings rely on plating to mask a yellowish undertone, but that coating gradually wears away. Because our alloys already have a refined, cool tone, rhodium plating white gold becomes optional—an aesthetic preference rather than a necessity.
If you love a crisp, high-polish white surface, we can plate your engagement ring on request. We’ll also walk you through how plating ages so you can always choose what works for you.
A Brief Look at this Metal’s Evolution
White gold was first patented in Germany in 1912 and became commercially available shortly thereafter. It surged into widespread popularity during the 1920s Art Deco era as jewelers and consumers sought a sleek, modern alternative to the expensive and increasingly scarce platinum.
Supply restrictions during World War II banned the use of platinum for non-military purposes, as it was declared a strategic metal. During this period, palladium-based alloys saw increased use in jewelry as an alternative to the restricted platinum, alongside nickel-based white gold.
After the water, white gold dominated jewelry mass production due to its lower cost and relative ease of manufacturing compared to platinum. Both nickel-based and palladium-based alloys were used, with nickel formulations being the most common for mass-market jewelry.
Today, many couples with allergies return to palladium alloys for their gorgeous beauty, stability, and hypoallergenic properties.
Nickel-Free Metals for Everyday Comfort
If you have metal sensitivities, you can wear your Krikawa ring comfortably and without worry. Every Krikawa white gold wedding band is crafted from nickel-free alloys for ease of wear and a consistent, elegant tone that won’t shift over time. Couples designing white gold wedding rings or engagement rings with us receive the same hypoallergenic options, tailored finishes, and design guidance so the final piece is not only exactly what you envision, but can be worn daily without irritation.
Explore, Dream, and Begin Your Custom Dream Ring
Refine your vision, compare metal alloys, or explore the nearly limitless design possibilities with us. You’re welcome to browse our collection of images, all examples of the custom rings we create—or dive right into our complete Ring Design Guide to see how every detail comes together.
