The feminine pinkish tone of rose gold has captured many hearts in recent years. But many jewelry lovers don’t know exactly what it is. Is it really gold? What makes it pink?     Rose gold, like other types of gold used in jewelry, is an alloy. This means the gold is mixed with another metal to give the finished piece greater strength. Pure gold, or 24 karat, is too soft to withstand the demands made on our jewelry. So gold is mixed with alloys for durability. Rose gold is available in 18, 14 or 9 karat variations. For example, a 14 karat rose gold ring would be made of 14 parts gold and 10 parts other metals. Choosing which metal to use determines the color of the gold. In the case of rose gold, copper is the alloy which lends that distinctive reddish glow. Pieces made from 14 karat rose gold are pinker than those made with 18 karat rose gold, as the percentage of copper is higher.   While rose gold may still be new to some jewelry shoppers, it’s actually an old favorite that has just returned to the spotlight. The French jewelry company Cartier popularized rose gold in the 1920s as part of the Trinity band. This ring intertwined three bands of gold: one white, one rose, one yellow. Jean Cocteau, French filmmaker and writer, was known for wearing a pair of Trinity bands on his pinkie finger.   While rose gold has a rare and beautiful look, it doesn’t cost more than other types of gold. After all, copper isn’t expensive. This makes it a great choice for anyone who wants a special piece, even if you don’t have tons of money.   Amidon has several amazing rose gold rings to choose from. Our champagne and white diamond ring is set in 14 karat rose gold and includes gorgeous brilliant cut champagne diamonds.

  Or if you prefer simplicity and clean lines, you might like the black ceramic beveled ring, which has a 2 mm rose gold inlay center.