Gold and platinum are both commonly used metals for wedding bands, and the main difference between their characteristics is basically the colour. If you want a yellow wedding band, then you can go with gold, but if you want a white wedding band, then you should either choose white gold or platinum.

White gold and platinum look almost the same, but it is the rhodium plating in white gold that makes the difference. This rhodium plating fades with time and gives gold a yellowish look. However, platinum is naturally white and never fades its colour. That's why re-polishing and replating of white gold, white gold should be done from time to time to maintain its charm.

Both gold and platinum are Mens Luxury Wedding Bands. However, the value of platinum bands is higher compared to gold bands due to the scarcity and density of platinum over gold. Apart from being more valuable, platinum is also the stronger and more durable of the two precious metals.

Platinum bands are less likely to break or get damaged, and it offers a firmer hold of the centre stones in the band. The higher density of platinum makes it easier to resist any scratches on the band. However, platinum can still be scratched, but the good thing is the part of the band that is scratched just moves a little bit. But when gold is scratched, a little bit of the 14 Karat Gold Band is actually lost.

The density of platinum makes the band heavier as compared to gold, and if you want a heavy band, you can go with platinum. Another critical parameter is that platinum bands cause allergy in some people, and for others, gold does the same.

 If you are still unable to decide between gold and platinum, then consider your budget, preferences and maintenance. You can also take the help of professionals who'll help you to make a final decision.