Summary for white gold ring plating Discussion
white gold ring plating options are the focus of this thread: Carol Carey asked how to find someone who could plate her white gold ring with platinum or palladium before rhodium, since local jewelers only offered rhodium plating and said it already uses the standard industry platinum/palladium metal mix. The reply did not debate the chemistry, but instead gave a practical lead: the responder suggested contacting Metal Arts Specialties / Artisan Plating or Red Sky Plating by phone or email. The answer implies that specialty platers, rather than ordinary jewelry shops, are the more likely source for this kind of coating service. No one in the thread confirmed that a separate platinum or palladium undercoat is necessary or commonly available, so the main takeaway is to check with specialized plating companies for feasibility and options.
RFQ: I have read up on all of your previous discussions. I have decided I would like to have my white gold ring plated with platinum or palladium and then followed up with a layer of rhodium. I have called several local reputable jewelers and they only do the rhodium plating although they said it contains the standard industry platinum, palladium metal mix. How do I find someone to do the platinum or palladium coating? Thank you.
Carol Carey
– Midlothian, Virginia, USA
November 21, 2011
Hi, Carol.
I think a phone call or e-mail to Metal Arts Specialties / Artisan Plating or Red Sky Plating would be worthwhile.
Regards,

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