Gold and silver have always been considered valuable metals, with the help of which wealthy people emphasized their high status. Nowadays, jewelry made of precious metals is also often considered a sign of belonging to a more prosperous part of the population, but at the same time, both silver and gold have become more accessible to the majority. Jewelry made of gold and silver makes an excellent gift. But before you make such a significant purchase, you should decide who is more suitable for silver and who is more suitable for gold. A correctly selected piece of jewelry made from a suitable metal will highlight the advantages of the owner, and if you choose the metal in accordance with the horoscope, the product will also bring good luck.
Silver is considered a cheaper metal that can only be worn by young girls, but more mature women should prefer gold. However, not all women suit gold; some are more suited to white metal. This means that when choosing a metal, you need to take into account personal features of appearance, first of all, color type. This is the most accurate way to select the appropriate metal.
The most common way of dividing into color types is “Seasons”. Determining your color type is very easy, just look in the mirror.
What is better for a woman to wear - silver or gold?
Even an experienced jeweler will not say whether it is better for women to wear gold or silver: the answer directly depends on many factors. And the point is not even that gold, other things being equal, is significantly more expensive than silver. It’s just that all ladies are different, and it’s unreasonable to approach them with the same standard. And the design of jewelry has far from a conventional meaning.
Silver is definitely more suitable for young girls. The fact is that this metal is not so pretentious and demanding when choosing a wardrobe. An unpretentious ring made of silver can be worn “both at a feast and in the world,” and an impeccable manicure is not necessary.
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Silver goes well with casual, military and other youth styles, even informal ones. On a biker or a hard rock fan, gold will look at least strange. And an artistic, non-standard and esoteric nature can often be recognized by a large number of massive jewelry made of leather, wood, semi-precious stones and silver.
The question of whether silver or gold is better for women cannot be answered unambiguously. However, when it comes to status jewelry, it is better to opt for noble yellow metal. It emphasizes the refined taste and high social status of the owner.
Do not forget that wearing gold with precious stones (especially diamonds) during the day is in bad taste. Luxury jewelry is intended for display in restaurants, at pompous events, in the theater, but not in cinemas or McDonald's. Expensive jewelry requires unity of the entire look: from an impeccable evening hairstyle to the tips of elegant shoes.
Considering precious metals in isolation from jewelry design is not a good idea. A wedding ring made of gold with small diamonds can be worn constantly, and silver earrings of an ornate design in alliance with a “kosovorot” or massive “Martins” will look alien.
Summer bronze.
If you wear gold jewelry in the summer, why not add a touch of gold to your face as well?
Natural-looking bronzer gives the skin a glow, but many women only use it on their face.
Try applying a little bronzer to any exposed skin and your gold accessories will flare up.
Coral pink and orange (just like in your summer wardrobe) can also be used as eyeshadow and blush.
You can also apply a light gold shadow to the inner corners of your eyes (instead of silver or white) to brighten your face and pull the look together.
Noble metals from a male point of view
If we are talking about a representative of the stronger half of humanity, it is better to study his tastes in advance. However, if this is not possible, it would be wise to opt for more neutral silver. It doesn’t look so provocative, which suits men of traditional views and tastes.
A good watch in a silver case, a cigarette case or a pen made of the same metal will be an excellent gift for a man of any age and status.
The maximum that a serious business person can afford is a gold chain and/or bracelet. It is very difficult to choose such decoration: the brutal massiveness will evoke unwanted associations with crimson jackets from the 90s, and the ornate weaving will cause excessive glamor. However, you can give preference to white gold: it looks discreet and expensive at the same time.
If we are talking about people of art, celebrities of all stripes, or bearers of the Eastern mentality, the choice should be exactly the opposite. Massive gold jewelry of an ornate design with precious stones is the best gift for a representative of the stronger sex of a creative profession.
With Eastern men the situation is somewhat different. On the one hand, they adore gold - only the deaf have not heard of the notorious golden door handles or plumbing fixtures of the Arab sheikhs. But Islam does not welcome jewelry on men, therefore it is better to give them gold watches and other things of utilitarian purpose in a luxurious embodiment.
From an energy point of view, it is better for men to wear gold. It has a pronounced solar power, corresponding to the masculine principle.
Corresponding to the seasons.
Gold goes well with a variety of colors, so gold jewelry can be worn all year round; however, the warmth and sparkle of a gold ring pairs naturally with a spring and summer wardrobe.
Coral pink, bright orange and white linens paired with a simple gold headband look sophisticated and chic with summer, even more casual, beachwear.
By adding a few extra rings of different sizes and textures, you can create a very bohemian look. While some women are comfortable mixing gold and silver for an eclectic look, sticking to strictly gold accessories looks elegant and can tie an entire outfit together.
And if you're looking for more sparkle, the ocean-like blue of topaz set in gold makes a perfect combination for summertime.
Advantages and disadvantages of gold
Gold is better than silver for several reasons:
- Status. Gold jewelry in classic shades (yellow, pink and red) is visible from afar. When implemented well, they demonstrate not only high social status, but also the good taste of the owner.
- Liquidity. This is an excellent investment, because gold is not prone to falling in price, at least relative to the Russian ruble. If necessary, it can be sold at a profit.
- Inertia. This metal does not oxidize and does not cause allergic reactions. However, we should not forget that mainly 585-carat gold is used for the production of jewelry. Impurities can cause oxidation and loss of color during wear.
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Among the disadvantages of this noble metal, it is worth mentioning its high cost, softness in its pure form, and demands on the overall image of the wearer.
Gold does not cause allergic reactions, but the ligatures contained in it are capable of this. Most often, allergies occur to cheap varieties of white gold containing nickel and zinc. Expensive alloys with palladium do not have this drawback.
Who should avoid precious metals?
You should be careful when wearing gold bracelets on your wrists or ankles during an exacerbation of chronic pyelonephritis, since gold can affect kidney function and blood circulation. In addition, gold earrings should be discarded if diagnosed with chronic tonsillitis, as they will intensify the inflammatory process. You should not wear them if you have high blood pressure, since the solar precious metal can increase it even more.
Silver has a strong beneficial effect on health. But jewelry made from it is not recommended for elderly people to wear all the time, as it can radiate cold. With poor blood circulation, silver items can cause an elderly person to constantly feel cold hands and feet.
In rare cases, wearing gold and silver jewelry can cause hypersensitivity to these precious metals and allergic reactions. Migraines may appear and heart rate may increase. Redness appears in the place where the skin came into contact with gold or silver jewelry. This may indicate individual intolerance to the metal. This occurs more often with inexpensive gold jewelry, which contains nickel, which is recognized as an allergen, as an alloy.
Pure gold, like silver, is hypoallergenic.
Pros and cons of silver
Sometimes it is difficult to determine at first glance whether it is white gold or silver. an experienced person, of course, will immediately notice the difference, because expensive varieties of white gold are visually comparable only to platinum. In principle, if your budget allows, it is rational to make a choice in favor of precious gold.
However, silver is better than gold when it comes to massive jewelry with geometric or deliberately rough designs. Everything related to sacred knowledge, runes or amulets is also best realized in silver. It is not without reason that popular beliefs attribute silver to miraculous powers, capable of resisting the dark energy of werewolves, vampires and other evil spirits.
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From an energetic point of view, silver correlates better with the feminine essence. It symbolizes the Moon (remember the purely female Old Slavic Moon), its soft reflected light and Yang energy.
Which metal is more suitable for a man/woman? Metal even has a nationality
For many centuries, gold was considered the precious metal of the rich. Thus, people in power could easily be distinguished by their jewelry. Today, anyone can purchase a product made of precious metals, based on their budget and preferences.
The choice of alloy sometimes depends on nationality, cultural traditions, gender, and color type.
A man cares about the functionality of a thing, its ability to emphasize an elegant style, hint at financial security or shout about brutality and strength. As a rule, this is a watch, ring, bracelet.
Recommendations for the care and storage of jewelry made of precious metals
Good jewelry does not require special care, but it also requires at least minimal self-care:
- Remove jewelry when working with household chemicals or going to the pool or gym. Remember that alloys that make up jewelry alloys are not inert, and if handled carelessly, jewelry can be damaged.
- You cannot clean jewelry with abrasives (with the exception of special pastes and gels). If the need arises, it is better to hold the jewelry in a soapy solution, and then wipe it dry with a napkin or flannel cloth.
- If necessary, have your jewelry polished. This procedure is simple, quick and inexpensive, but requires a professional approach and special equipment.
Try to store jewelry separately from each other, in special cells or personal boxes, protect them from damage and occasionally send them to a jewelry service. They will reward you handsomely, delighting you with an unclouded shine and presentable appearance for many years!
Silver fox.
Silver has accompanied evening wear for many decades. Perhaps this is because it allows diamonds and crystals to sparkle like no other metal.
You can also see how it plays with natural light. Gold looks great against a humid sunset, while silver catches the reflected moonlight.
For these reasons, you'll always see dramatic long shoulder-grazing earrings and sleek cuffs come nightfall at any club or posh restaurant.
A popular summer trend borrowed from South America features lots of small brown or black leather cords strung with silver religious pendants or handmade silver beads arranged into bracelets or necklaces that look great with sheer white tunics, vests and simple leather sandals.
Silver looks especially fresh and shiny in a rich bronze hue.
This metal treatment makes for stunning breast necklaces, with black ribbon, velvet and black beads woven onto a solid silver chain.
Paired with silver punk studs, this heavy look works especially well with the rich fall textures of cashmere, wool, velvet, brocade and leather.
Hair should be architectural, pompadour or blunt-angled, and lips can be dramatic, in shades of plum or raisin.
Silver can also be presented with a variety of chains of varying lengths and structures, showcasing a rocker vibe.
For those who don't lean towards such a heavy look, a statement silver collar necklace is back in style. It looks stunning with a sweater dress and riding boots.
The influence of gold and silver on the human body: the opinion of esotericists
Esotericists claim that each metal can have different effects on the human body. Silver has served as a talisman better than gold since ancient times. A woman wearing silver received protection from envy, the evil eye, and damage. It was believed that metal brings good luck and has a positive effect on health. It is recommended to wear silver items:
- with high or low blood pressure;
- people suffering from gastritis with high acidity;
- at risk of developing cancer;
- for problems with the urinary system;
- people with diseases of the nervous system.
Regarding gold, there is an opinion about strong sensitivity to the emotional state of the owners. It is believed that it is better to choose gold if difficult periods of life have come, when a person is overcome by anxiety. Then the jewel will bring peace of mind and help you find the right solution. It is recommended to wear gold jewelry:
- with low stomach acidity;
- obese people;
- with varicose veins;
- people suffering from swelling, accumulation of fluids in the body;
- to strengthen the immune system;
- for depression, sudden mood swings;
- for joint diseases.
Gold jewelry
Gold in homeopathy
From the point of view of homeopaths treatment with gold is indicated , and sanguine people with a heavy build, with a red face, rough skin, and who suffered from scrofula in childhood can wear gold things. Often such people suffer from hypertension, their character is irritable, their mood is pessimistic (“everything is bad, life is not worth living”), and their memory is significantly reduced. They are constantly bothered by pain in various large bones and especially in the legs. Typically, such people feel worse in cold weather. That is why indications for the use of gold preparations in homeopathy are: diseases of cerebrosclerosis, hypertension of II-III degree, deforming diseases of the joints and spine, periodontal disease, diseases of the heart, liver and biliary tract, depression, and in women also chronic metritis and uterine fibroadenomas. These drugs are also prescribed for the treatment of severe forms of exudative diathesis in children. People of a more mature age may not only not be afraid to wear gold items, but on the contrary, gold is vital for them. The only limitation here may be cases of hypersensitivity. With children, the issue must be resolved individually in each case. As for young people, for them gold is a source of excess heat, since their energy is overflowing.
Golden water
We can recommend a very original method of nourishing the body to all those who are “friendly” with gold and are in dire need of its life-giving “solar” energy. It was known in ancient times. We will talk about drinking the so-called “golden water”. To prepare it, a gold jewelry (preferably a ring without precious stones) is placed in a container with two glasses of water and boiled until half the volume of water has boiled away. Take 1 tsp of “golden water” internally. 3 times a day. The product gives energy to the heart, causing any pulse to become stable and even. “Golden Water” stimulates the processes of memorization and promotes the awakening of spiritual consciousness in a person.
Silver action areas
The ancient custom of storing water in silver vessels, as well as throwing silver coins into reservoirs and wells when consecrating them, is well known. During campaigns, military leaders who drank from silver goblets were much less likely to develop infectious diseases than soldiers who drank from tin goblets. Now the disinfecting properties of silver are well known. Chemists went even further. In order to disinfect water, an electric current is now passed through it using silver electrodes. The resulting silver ions inhibit the enzyme systems of pathogens, eliminating the possibility of infection. However, the amount of metal entering the water must be strictly dosed: its excess can become toxic. Silver is characterized by three zones of action. The first - biological - is observed at a silver concentration in water of 0.05-0.2 mg/l (it has a stimulating effect on the body). The second is the inactivity zone - at a concentration of 0.2-0.5 mg/l, and, finally, the toxic zone - at a concentration of 20 mg/l. Still, I would like to warn against drinking such water. The danger of a toxic effect on the body, even in the first zone of action, cannot be ruled out, since the above doses cannot be compared with homeopathic ones.
Winter
You are a representative of the winter color type if:
- you have a bright appearance, and the color of your skin contrasts with the color of your eyes and hair, you look fresh without makeup;
- eye color – black or dark blue, less often – gray-blue;
- The hair color is dark, with a green or ash tint, sometimes a light brown-ash color is found, red shades are excluded, red-violet tints and highlights in the light are possible. Blondes are a rarity;
- your face creates a “cold” impression, silent and proud, you look like the Snow Queen or Snow White;
- freckles are not about you;
- you have snow-white or ivory skin.
Bright colors suit winter ladies very much; if you are one of them, then feel bold and relaxed when choosing stones. Suitable for you: blue sapphires, dark topaz, diamonds, cubic zirconia of dark shades, garnet, cold quartz and, of course, pearls.
Your metal type: silver, blackened, white gold.
