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Fine Jewelry, Explained
Buying guides, gemstone deep dives, metal know-how, and styling advice from the Oath team. Everything you need to choose, wear, and care for fine jewelry with confidence.
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Jewelry History
The History of Palladium: The Youngest Precious Metal and Its Rise to Jewelry
The history of palladium, discovered in 1803 and named after the asteroid Pallas, a naturally white platinum-group metal used in jewelry and white gold.Read article → -
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The History of White Gold: When and Why a White Metal Alternative to Platinum Was Created
The history of white gold, invented in 1915 as a platinum substitute, how it is alloyed with palladium or nickel, and why rhodium gives its bright finish.Read article → -
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The History of Rose Gold: How a Pink Metal Became a Modern Classic
The history of rose gold, from Imperial Russia and Faberge's Russian gold to Cartier's Trinity ring, plus how copper gives the metal its signature pink.Read article → -
Jewelry Care
Fine Jewelry Care Guide: Cleaning, Storage, Travel & How to Make Pieces Last
How to clean, store, and care for fine jewelry by metal and stone type. Practical guidance on gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, pearls, and major gemstones.Read article → -
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The History of Platinum: The Rarest Metal and Its Rise to Luxury Status
The history of platinum, from ancient Ecuadorian smiths who worked it before Europe could, to the 950 standard and why it is the premier bridal metal today.Read article → -
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The History of Silver: From Ancient Coinage to Modern Fine Jewelry
The history of silver, from the Laurion mines that funded ancient Athens to the sterling 925 standard, plus how to choose and care for silver jewelry.Read article → -
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The History of Gold: How the World's Most Desired Metal Shaped Human Civilization
The history of gold jewelry, from the 4600 BC Varna treasure and the first Lydian coins to the karat scale, plus how to choose gold that lasts a lifetime.Read article → -
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Precious Metals Comparison: Gold vs Silver vs Platinum vs Palladium
Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium compared across purity, durability, color, and maintenance. What to know before choosing a metal for fine jewelry.Read article →
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