White Gold
What are White Gold?
White gold can refer to two different things: a type of metal alloy and a term used in the context of trade and economics.
Metal Alloy
Definition: In the realm of jewelry and precious metals, gold is typically an alloy of gold and other white metals, such as nickel, palladium, or silver. The addition of these metals gives gold a white or silvery color, resembling platinum. Commonly, gold is used in the production of engagement rings, wedding bands, and other jewelry.
Economics and Trade
Definition: In an economic context, gold historically referred to valuable commodities that were white in color, such as salt or cotton. The term has been notably used to describe cotton in the southern United States during the period when it was a major cash crop and had significant economic importance.