Rose gold takes its warm pink colour from copper alloyed with the gold — the more copper, the redder the result. It is also sold as pink gold or red gold, and in 10K the alloy content is high enough to give a pronounced warmth.
10K rose gold is 41.7% pure gold, alloyed with copper for colour and silver for workability. The copper is what makes it pink, and because it runs through the whole alloy the colour is permanent.
About 10K Rose Gold chains
This page is organised by metal rather than by link pattern, so it holds several chain styles side by side. The colour is in the metal itself rather than a finish on the surface, so it cannot wear off.
Questions about 10K Rose Gold chains
Which link styles are on this page?
A mix. Because the page is organised by metal rather than by pattern, it holds several link styles together — each product page names its own.
Is 10K rose gold more fragile than yellow gold?
No. The copper that gives rose gold its colour also makes the alloy hard, so a rose gold chain is at least as durable as the same pattern in yellow.
Does rose gold fade or wear off?
No. The colour comes from copper alloyed throughout the metal, not from a surface treatment, so it stays the same colour for the life of the piece.
What length chain should I choose?
On most adults a 16-inch chain sits at the base of the neck, 18 inches falls just below the collarbone, 20 inches reaches the top of the chest, and 22 to 24 inches sits over a shirt or sweater. If you are hanging a pendant, add about two inches to where you want the pendant itself to sit.
How do I look after a 10K gold chain?
Wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing to lift skin oils, keep it away from chlorine and household cleaners, and store it separately so it cannot tangle with other chains.
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