Post updated: May 25, 2020
Palladium is used less often than other precious metals by jewelers to make precious jewelry. The reason for this can largely be attributed to the low popularity of the precious metal among jewelry buyers: most prefer gold, silver and platinum. Palladium as an element of the alloy alloy can be found in products made of white gold and platinum, but not every well-known manufacturer offers jewelry made from the metal itself. In recent years, wedding rings made of palladium have attracted the greatest interest; other types of jewelry are not yet in great demand.
Features of jewelry
Palladium products are made from alloys of the base element with nickel, cobalt and ruthenium. Pure metal is not used by craftsmen because it does not hold its shape. In Russia, 500, 850 and 950 samples of precious metal are accepted. The first two samples are the most common; jewelry made from alloys with this palladium content can be found in jewelry stores most often. The 950 marking is typical for palladium wedding rings, which are valued because they roll out easily when fingers thicken.
Types of marks on palladium products in Russia.
Palladium as a chemical element belongs to the platinum group metals, but, unlike platinum, it has less weight. This feature allows you to create voluminous and lightweight products that, due to their lower cost, can compete with platinum and white gold. It is quite easy to distinguish palladium jewelry: they are characterized by lighter shades and a sparkling appearance.
Compared to silver, products made from this platinum group metal also have several advantages: they are stronger than silver and do not darken over time. The metal is used to make pendants, earrings, cufflinks, signets, and tie clips. Their palladium jewelry is characterized by resistance to scratches and other types of deformation, as well as hypoallergenicity.
Palladium jewelry is created by craftsmen with or without precious and semi-precious stones. To complement the metallic white color of the material, jewelers choose diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, cubic zirconias, garnets, onyxes and amethysts. According to experts, the color and sparkling surface of the palladium frame is ideally combined with the cool brilliance that is inherent in diamonds. High-strength metal eliminates the possibility of stones falling out of jewelry.
Types of products
Palladium products presented in modern jewelry stores include all main groups of women's and men's jewelry. To create them, craftsmen use the metal itself, enamel inserts and combinations of precious and semi-precious stones. Among the artistic techniques that make it possible to give a product an unforgettable look, experts note giving the metal surface a texture, which is expressed in a variety of wavy lines.
For the female audience, craftsmen present rings, pendants and earrings made of palladium in combination with various stones. Such jewelry looks sophisticated and elegant on its owner, and thanks to the variety of shapes, it can be used both for an everyday look and as an addition to an evening dress.
Palladium rings remain the most popular metal products. The rather high demand for these products is explained by several advantages of the metal over its precious competitors. Palladium is durable and lightweight, so even a massive ring or ring will not weigh too much. This platinum group element is resistant to air, corrosive processes and mechanical damage in the form of scratches. Thanks to these properties, palladium jewelry retains its beautiful shine and attractive appearance for a long time.
The metal is anti-allergenic, so palladium rings can be worn constantly. It is thanks to this property that wedding jewelry has earned positive reviews from its owners. The white shade of the alloy looks stylish; if necessary, the jewelry can be complemented with other items made from a different material. Since the cost of palladium is lower than the prices of gold and platinum, purchasing earrings or rings from this metal will reduce your costs: at a lower price you will receive an original product that is in no way inferior in beauty to white gold.
Palladium wedding rings are an alternative to rhodium plated gold items. By purchasing jewelry made from platinum group metal, you get a beautiful and durable product at a lower price. Gold rhodium-plated rings wear out when worn constantly: to maintain the top layer of rhodium in its original form, you will have to periodically visit a jewelry maker. Restoring the rhodium finish costs extra money. Palladium rings do not require this treatment.
A palladium chain will be an excellent addition to the image of a business woman. Modern technologies and the experience of craftsmen make it possible to make not only standard chains, but also products woven from thin palladium wire. The result of the master’s painstaking work looks unusual and extremely elegant.
Some experts in the field of jewelry classify palladium as a “masculine” metal, so manufacturers are increasingly including jewelry for men in their collections: signets, tie clips, crosses and cufflinks. Palladium cufflinks are an ideal complement to formal business suits, which is why they have been in demand recently. Considering that men's fashion does not stand still, designers offer not only cufflinks made of this precious metal, but also other products to complement them: the combination of cufflinks on shirt cuffs with a tie clip and ring will not disrupt the overall style of a business man.
Men's jewelry, as well as truly feminine palladium jewelry, is characterized by the use of enamel, textured surfaces and precious stone inserts. Jewelry for the stronger half of humanity is complemented by images of antique signs and other motifs that can emphasize the status of their owner. Men's jewelry made from palladium with diamonds is elegant and indispensable in combination with white shirts and expensive suits. The arrangement of diamonds on a product can be any; photographs of the collections of famous designers show that the stones can be laid out in a row or scattered in a path. Some models feature a diamond in a single precious setting.
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Buy platinum and palladium rings.
Rings made of precious metals have long entered our lives and filled it with positivity and wonderful memories.
The symbolism in the form of a ring has been attracting humanity for more than the first millennium. Times, traditions, technology and minerals have changed. This is how the “New Siberian Metal” was discovered in the Ural gold mines in 1819, which is how the platinum group metals were discovered. Which attract with their features:
1. Color (pleasant metallic shine that does not fade over time)
2. Weight (the greater density of platinum compared to gold will allow you to feel confident in your hands, this feeling cannot be expressed in words).
3. Hypoallergenic (suitable for the most sensitive skin).
4. Cost (A product made of platinum and palladium will emphasize your status and style in any company).
These metals gained popularity in technological applications long ago due to their irreplaceable characteristics, but they began to gain popularity in jewelry relatively recently because There are certain difficulties in production; not every workshop is ready to work so hard with refractory metals. But not all workshops want to invest in expensive technology and master new processing principles. We began to master the production of platinum and palladium rings, one of the first in Russia, and quickly entered the international market. Since the market there was already formed, and the Russian one was just emerging. But now, after so many years, the trend has come and in our country people have become tired of semi-precious gold jewelry, and they paid attention to all the advantages of rings made of platinum and palladium. And where can you buy such rings? After all, the process of rebuilding the equipment plus the accumulated experience does not allow you to quickly switch to platinum production, so in our country in stores you don’t see such a beautiful metal very often. Stores are happy to offer it, but stereotypes about the prevalence of gold stop people from purchasing platinum and palladium jewelry for display. Therefore, we decided to eliminate middlemen and produce unique rings individually for each client and deliver them personally from the jewelry factory!
Before choosing platinum wedding rings, read the useful information below and then your rings will delight you for many years.
Types of profiles
An important component of any ring is its profile. A profile is the cross-sectional shape of a ring. If we cut a ring and look at the shape of the resulting section, this is the profile. It can be oval, circle, semicircle, rectangular, and absolutely anything the designer wanted to create it. However, for wedding and engagement rings, as a rule, one of two classic types is chosen.
The first one is convex from the outside. This is the most popular and most common model of wedding rings in Russia and the post-Soviet countries for a number of reasons - it has a conservative appearance, is practical, does not interfere with work and is practically not felt on the finger.
The second type of classic profile is the so-called “washer” or rectangular profile. It is flat on the inside and outside. This type is most common in European countries and the USA; in Russia its popularity is only gaining momentum. This profile visually looks stricter and is more often preferred by men.
The height of the profile (the thickness of the ring or how high the ring protrudes from the surface of the finger) should be commensurate with the width of the ring, but we do not recommend a height higher than 3 mm, otherwise discomfort may occur when closing the fingers.
Types of planting
There are two main types of fit - standard and comfortable (also often called comfort fit). Their difference is in the inner side of the ring. With a standard fit, the inner side is flat, with a comfortable fit, it is convex (the same as the outer side). The comfortable fit is less noticeable on the finger, and it is also easier to take off and put on - it passes through the bone more easily and then seems to hug the phalanx itself at the base of the finger. Comfort fit is less common in Russia, because... This is a relatively recent invention of jewelers.
Width
What ring width should I choose? It would seem that it is only one or two millimeters, but the difference between them is visually noticeable. When choosing a ring model, you need to accurately imagine (or even measure) how a particular ring width will fit on your finger. The choice is yours; on our part, we can give some recommendations based on our experience:
Fingers are thin, but not very long - a ring up to 3 mm wide is ideal.
Thin, rather long fingers - here you can choose between very thin and weightless ones up to 3 mm or, conversely, noticeable models from 5 mm.
Long and thick fingers – a ring with a width of 5 mm or more will fit perfectly.
Short fingers – the optimal model is from 1 mm to 4 mm wide.
What materials are used?
In our work, we use the best quality platinum mined in the Russian Federation, and we purchase it only from trusted suppliers, without intermediaries.
It should be noted that today, platinum jewelry is the product with the highest content of precious metals! And the sample “950” indicates that the product contains 95% platinum, the remaining 5% are platinum group metals (palladium, ruthenium).
For comparison, 585 gold (even if it is white) is only 58.5% pure gold in the product, and the rest is impurities for which the manufacturer does not bear regulated responsibility. This increases the allergenic properties of gold jewelry. There is also no getting around the fact that white gold is nothing more than yellow gold coated on top with a layer of white rhodium, and rhodium, like any coating, wears off over time, and the product takes on an ugly gray-yellow color. A product made of platinum and palladium will always remain in its original natural white color and will always look noble.
All our products undergo mandatory quality control inspection and are then tested in the Assay Office of the Russian Federation, so on each product you can see the corresponding state stamp, confirming the metal content in the jewelry.
As for the inserts, traditionally, diamonds are used for engagement rings. And here you can choose from two options:
Diamonds of natural origin
— natural diamond insert. This is a natural stone mined from the depths of the Earth and cut by man. We take the quality of stone very seriously and cooperate only with the most reliable suppliers. As a rule, these are Russian companies, however, in the search for specialists. order, we connect all the tools - international exhibitions, auctions, exchanges. Our in-house gemologist carries out the most stringent selection. We indicate all the characteristics of the stone on the tag - quantity, color, purity, number of facets. For diamonds over 0.4 carats, we provide an international passport from the most stringent expert laboratory in the world - a GIA (USA) passport.
CVD Diamonds
— the second option is an insert with a diamond grown in a laboratory. Modern technologies make it possible to grow diamonds in laboratory conditions, without the participation of natural factors, in exactly the same way as pearls are grown. It is more environmentally friendly and less time-consuming and financial. Today, cultured diamonds are mainstream in the US and Europe. People protect nature, install solar panels on their homes, carry groceries in paper bags, and buy environmentally friendly diamonds.
You can read more about this here ——(here you need to link to where we talk about CVD).
These diamonds are no different from ordinary ones, except for their cost. The legislation of the Russian Federation has not yet agreed on all the details of how to present a laboratory diamond to a buyer without detracting from the value of a natural one. Therefore, the tag for a product with an insert with such a stone will say “synthetic diamond”. For stones over 0.4 carats, we provide an international certificate from IGI (Belgium), which indicates the identification number of the stone, its characteristics, etc. - all attributes characteristic of natural stone.
The tag is attached to the product with fishing line and sealed with a special seal, which guarantees authenticity and compliance. Only the buyer can remove the tag upon receipt.
Caring for platinum products
Despite the fact that platinum is a refractory material, at the same time, it is one of the softest metals and is more at risk of being scratched than others. In order for a platinum product to always look perfect, you should remember a number of rules for caring for it:
Protect the product from aggressive reagents (such as chlorine, iodine, fluorine)
Remove the ring when you start active work with your hands - housework, training in the gym with dumbbells, etc.
This point especially applies to products with inserts, because... Soft platinum prongs require special attention.
It is better to store platinum jewelry in a bag, avoiding its friction with other products, which can lead to scratches
A product made of platinum should be cleaned with a SOFT, soapy sponge or cloth without hard fibers, in order, again, to avoid abrasion of the soft surface of the metal.
Gemstone inserts in a product sometimes require additional care, so we recommend periodically having such jewelry professionally cleaned (every 3-5 years).
Be careful about how tightly the insert sits in the product, especially for products with one stone.
Always check that the stone is not moving in the prongs.
We remind you that all our products have a lifetime warranty and service, so you can contact us for professional cleaning.
Return policy
The holding "Jewelry House of Churkin and Roizman Yekaterinburg", of which we are a division, has been successfully operating on the market since 1993. For more than 25 years of operation, the company has established itself as a reliable and responsible manufacturer with a strict quality assessment. We value our reputation and good relationships with our clients. All feedback is carefully reviewed by the entire team - public relations specialist, quality control expert, chief technology officer, and, if necessary, senior management. You definitely won’t be left alone with your questions.
Below is information about returning precious metal jewelry.
All jewelry of the Jewelry House, and the Platinum Band in particular, fully comply with OST 117-3-002-95 and are guaranteed for 6 months from the date of receipt.
The ability to return a purchase, according to state regulations, depends on whose side caused the error in the quality of the product:
— Products of inadequate quality can be returned within 6 months. Poor quality suggests a manufacturing error on our part. We can correct the defect, exchange for another or refund.
— products of proper quality, according to Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 55 of January 19, 1998, are not subject to return or exchange.
Refunds are made as follows: send a photo of the defect with a comment using any convenient messenger (wtsp or viber) by phone. +79999040331 or contact us at the same number. Your situation will be reviewed within 14 days by the production committee. If the decision is positive, we will coordinate the transfer of the product to the courier and send the product for repair or return your money.
Discounts
We do not make big discounts on our products, since you already have the opportunity to buy them directly from production, bypassing intermediaries. Our prices do not include a retail markup, and we do not inflate an incredible cost in order to then beautifully draw -90% on it, as some of our colleagues do. The cost of the products is economically justified and has an obvious advantage without discounts or promotions. Ultimately, you receive jewelry of a decent level of quality, which has service and will serve you for decades, and can even become a family heirloom.
Domestic manufacturers
Palladium jewelry is created by both domestic and foreign jewelry craftsmen. Few people work with this metal in Russia; among the manufacturers are Treasure House LTD and Krastsvetmet OJSC.
is engaged not only in the manufacture of jewelry, but also works with metal in other areas: the organization offers consumers palladium in standard ingots containing from 99.95 to 99.98% of the main element and state standard samples of refined metal. OJSC Krastsvetmet is of the opinion that palladium is a more “masculine” metal, therefore it produces jewelry, mostly intended for male consumers. The plant's assortment includes palladium cufflinks, as well as pendants, crosses, rings and signet rings.
Jewelry House is a company that has not only been able to present several collections of palladium jewelry in recent years, but also, together with MMC Norilsk Nickel, to increase interest in the metal among consumers. Despite the fact that buyers are most often only interested in palladium rings, companies have managed to develop interest in other products.
is a member of the American alliance of palladium jewelry manufacturers Palladium Alliance International and regularly presents its collections at world exhibition venues. In addition to palladium wedding rings, the Jewelry House collections include exquisite palladium earrings, pendants, rings and other products. On the Russian market, Jewelry House promotes its jewelry under the Palladium Brilliant brand.
Specialists of the Jewelry House note among the features of their products the presence of unusual combinations of metal with precious stones and colored enamel, the diamond shine of the frame, durability and light weight. The company's collections include bridal jewelry, men's jewelry, office jewelry, as well as jewelry with colored stones and colored enamel.
Consumers of different groups can easily find a product for themselves: for future newlyweds there is a large selection of wedding rings made of palladium, for the female audience - exquisite rings and earrings with stones, for business men - rings and cufflinks made of palladium, for the young and active - jewelry with colored enamel.
How to choose?
Before you start choosing a ring model, you need to decide on the width of the product. It depends not on a person’s preferences, but on the length of his fingers. For those with long, narrow fingers, narrow rings with a width of up to 4 mm, and very wide rings with a width of over 8 mm are suitable.
When the fingers are long but dense, then wide rings - 6-8 mm - look beautiful.
For fingers of medium length of different densities, you need to select medium rings - 4-6 mm. Short fingers of different sizes are adorned only with narrow products.
Medium, and especially wide, jewelry will visually shorten your fingers even more. Having determined the range of the optimal width of the product, you can begin choosing a design. With this approach, the ring will look harmonious on your hand.
Attention of foreign designers
Experts admit that palladium is only gaining popularity in the jewelry industry. Famous fashion designers are also helping to increase the demand for jewelry made from this metal. Among the first to include palladium products in her collections was Vivienne Westwood, known for her extravagance. Her exclusive collection was designed to draw attention to the natural world and environmental issues.
Another English jeweler, Stephen Webster, known for his creations in Gothic and Victorian styles, used palladium as an experimental material. In his opinion, the metal is universal, so standard palladium rings are a small part of what jewelers can make. The Stephen Webster brand focused on unusual women's jewelry and directed its efforts to creating unique brooches and women's cufflinks that are part of modern fashion.
The Italian company Antonini also produced asymmetric pendants and rings made of palladium. Photos from fashion shows confirm the interest in such jewelry from world famous stars. The company's designers in their collection relied on a combination of two precious metals: palladium became a symbol of new times, and gold – the traditions of past years.
The David Alan company, which creates traditional jewelry with precious metals, has also become a fan of metal. In the company's collections you can find earrings for every taste: the base of the product is palladium surrounding a diamond. The House of Cartier offers its clients men's accessories made of palladium: watches, key rings, lighters and pens.
The popularity of palladium in jewelry is not great, but experts agree that the time for this metal has not yet come. Nowadays such jewelry is considered something unusual, but at the same time elegant and modern. Jewelers believe that very soon, wedding rings made of palladium will become commonplace, and the demand for other products made from the precious metal will increase along with its value.
Bottom line
Palladium wedding symbols are often mistaken for white gold and cost much less. A palladium ring does not darken, does not scratch and does not cause allergic reactions.
In addition, it is lighter than jewelry made from other materials. Even a massive piece of jewelry will not cause any discomfort if worn constantly.
If it is not important for you to have gold wedding rings, then you should pay attention to palladium symbols of marriage. We wish you to purchase the ring of your dreams!
