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All about 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Rings

Yellow gold is regaining extremely popularity for engagement rings.

UPDATED 22.05.2026

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All about 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Rings

Yellow gold is regaining extremely popularity for engagement rings.

UPDATED 22.05.2026

Is Yellow Gold good for engagement rings?

Yes, definitely!

Yellow gold engagement rings have disappeared for a while and are again becoming extremely popular, likely as a result of gold jewellery trending in the market, from pendants to hoop earrings.

MORE: Buying Guide - Choosing the right gold colour for your engagement ring

Is Yellow Gold more expensive than other gold colours?

No. We, at My Diamond Ring, sell all our gold colours (white gold, yellow gold, rose gold) at the same price. Yellow gold will cost you just as much as white or pink gold.

Does yellow gold make diamonds look yellow?

No! It is actually the opposite!!

Diamond colour is graded by certification institutes such as GIA. They give each diamond a colour grade that ranges from "D" to "Z" - "D" being the whitest, and "Z" the yellowest.

The whiter diamonds are, the more expensive they get. "D", "E" or "F" colour-graded diamonds are known to be extremely white, and also extremely expensive.

At My Diamond Ring, we normally recommend choosing a diamond with a colour grade "G" or "H". These colour grades are "near-colourless" meaning that the diamond would appear perfectly white to the naked eye, for a much more competitive price.

EXPERT TIP: When opting for a cheaper and lower colour grade ("I" or "J"), we actually highly recommend going for yellow gold or pink gold ring as this will make the relatively yellowish diamond appear much whiter by contrast.

Configure your own Yellow Gold Engagement Ring

At My Diamond Ring, you can design your own engagement ring in 18k rose, white, or yellow gold and choose a diamond of any shape and quality to create a truly personalised piece. Explore our selection of over 5,000 natural and lab-grown diamonds in various sizes, colours and price ranges, making it easy to find the perfect diamond to suit your style and budget. All of our diamonds are certified by GIA or IGI, with options starting at just €350.

LEARN MORE: Choose your own engagement ring in 3 easy steps

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Need help choosing your ring or would you like to create your own design?

Whether you need help finding out the right setting or diamond, would like to create your own design, or are simply looking for general advice, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our experts are happy to assist you online, or in our store.