Rose Gold

Alloys · Uncommon · Modern

Gold alloyed with copper, typically 75% gold and 25% copper for 18k rose gold, produces a distinctively warm pink color. The more copper, the redder the metal. Rose gold was popularized in 19th-century Russia and experienced a major revival in contemporary jewelry.

Identity

Source: Modern alloy: gold and copper
Made from: Copper, Gold
Aliases: Red gold, Pink gold, Russian gold

Physical Properties

Appearance: Warm pink-gold to deep red-gold depending on copper content, does not tarnish
Luster: Metallic
Density: 15.4 g/cm³
Melting point: 930 °C
Boiling point: 1900 °C
Lighter: Electrum
Denser: White Gold
Magnetism: Non-magnetic
Electrical conductivity: High

Mechanical Properties

Mohs hardness: 3
Softer: Zinc
Harder: Bronze
Workability: Easy
Brittleness: Tough
Malleability: High
Ductility: High

Chemical Properties

Corrosion resistance: very high
Reactivity: very low

Lore & Narrative

Carl Fabergé used rose gold extensively in his famous Easter eggs created for the Russian imperial family. His use of the metal helped establish it as a symbol of romantic luxury, an association that modern jewelry designers have enthusiastically revived.

Notable uses: Jewelry, watches, luxury accessories
Forge uses: jewelry, watches, luxury items
Worldbuilding traits: romantic, warm, luxury, modern

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