If the underside of your white gold ring looks warmer than the rest of the band, the rhodium finish may have worn in the areas that rub against your hand and other surfaces. Bring the ring to Raymond Lee Jewelers on Powerline Road in Boca Raton. Our jeweler can inspect the finish, check the setting and quote the work after seeing the piece.
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When white gold may need replating
Rhodium is a surface finish often applied to white gold for a brighter, cooler color. As the finish wears, the underlying alloy can show through. You may see a change on the bottom or sides of a ring before you notice one around the setting. The rate of wear varies with the piece and how you wear it. GIA explains how white gold and other white metals wear over time.
Bring any rings you wear alongside the piece if matching their appearance matters to you. For an older ring, tell us about previous sizing, repairs or plating and point out details you want to preserve.
What we check before quoting the work
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The metal and finish. We examine the piece and discuss whether replating or another type of refinishing suits it.
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The setting and band. Tell us if a stone moves, a prong catches, or the ring feels tight. The jeweler can assess whether another repair should be done first.
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The scope and timing. Ask what preparation is needed and what it will cost. We provide a quote and estimated completion time for accepted work.
Rhodium plating questions
Can you check the fit and finish at the same appointment?
Yes. Bring the ring and describe when the fit bothers you. If the band needs a size adjustment, the jeweler can advise on the order of work. Our ring resizing guide explains how the design and construction can affect sizing.
How long will the new finish last?
Wear depends on the design, friction and how often you use the piece. Ask the jeweler what to expect for your ring or other jewelry after it has been inspected.
What if there are deep scratches or a loose stone?
Bring the piece in for assessment and pause wearing it if a stone moves. Scratches, a damaged setting and a worn finish may call for different work. See our full Boca Raton jewelry repair services.
Visit our Powerline Road showroom
22191 Powerline Road, Suite 12B, Boca Raton, FL 33433. Open Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Get directions and contact details.
