More affordable, durable

Nickel content may cause allergic reaction.

Contains more gold, higher investment value

Less durable due to higher gold content. Nickel content may cause allergic reaction.

Excellent investment value, very durable

Can be expensive

More durable than yellow gold, can replicate look of platinum at a lower price

Will tarnish over time requiring maintenance (need to re-rhodium plate)

Does not tarnish - will always retain yellow color, traditionally most popular metal for rings

More easily scratched than white gold due to no rhodium plating

Will not tarnish, extremely durable due to presence of copper

Copper will naturally darken over time - can be good or bad depending on preference

Very durable material, best for gem security (prongs do not bend or break easily)

Can be expensive