With unique hues and timeless style, a rose gold necklace makes the perfect addition to any look. Layer with a rose gold chain for extra color or shine with a rose gold diamond necklace. Rose gold pendant necklaces are stylish gifts, with heart pendants in rose gold bringing romantic symbolism. Shop handcrafted 18k and 14k real rose gold necklaces for every occasion. Browse by necklace length, gemstones, diamonds, price, style, and more.
Top Questions and Answers About Rose Gold Necklaces
What color is rose gold?
Our rose gold pendants and necklaces come in this metal’s signature hue, which is a reddish-pink shade of gold. It's a coppery color that makes for unique and enchanting necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets.
Is rose gold real gold?
Yes, rose gold is real gold. Our rose gold necklaces are made by combining pure gold with additional metals to improve their beauty and durability in a technique known as alloying. This is a jewelry making method that’s been used for centuries, resulting in high-quality fine jewelry that brings lasting style. The unique metals added to rose gold include copper that gives these rose gold necklaces permanent pink hues, heirloom-quality durability and easy upkeep.
Our rose gold necklace chains, pendants and additional designs are real gold. You can shop rose gold pendants, chains and handcrafted necklaces in 18k or 14k rose gold.
How do you clean a rose gold necklace?
If you’re curious how to clean a rose gold necklace, you’ll be happy to learn it’s surprisingly easy. Because rose gold is real gold, it can be cleaned without worry. Jewelry polishing cloths are cleaning solutions are the most popular methods for cleaning a rose gold necklace. You can also clean your necklace by submerging it in a mixture of water and gentle dish soap, thoroughly drying the necklace with a soft cloth after it’s been cleaned.
If you have a rose gold necklace with diamonds or gemstones, review the gemstone care and cleaning tips for your necklace’s gems to ensure you’re keeping their best practices in mind. Softer gems like opals or pearls require extra care for cleaning and some popular jewelry cleaning techniques may not be the best fit for these kinds of rose gold necklaces.
Do rose gold necklaces make good gifts?
A rose gold necklace is an excellent gift for any occasion. Thicker rose gold necklace chains and larger pendants are popular men’s jewelry gifts, while heart shaped rose gold diamond necklaces make for meaningful Valentine’s Day gifts or anniversary presents.
What designs are popular?
Our most popular rose gold necklace designs feature gemstones for added contrast and color. Some of the leading rose gold necklace designs feature natural or lab grown diamonds, sapphires, amethysts, and other birthstones. Other trendy 18k and 14k rose gold pendants also feature more pink-hued gems to match rose gold’s coppery hues with morganite or rhodolite.
We offer a wide selection of men’s and women’s rose gold necklaces for any look. From dainty rose gold chains to detailed pendants, our collection has the perfect rose gold necklace for anyone.
How do you style a rose gold necklace?
Also known as pink gold necklaces, rose gold pendants and chains can be styled in a variety of ways. They're especially popular for necklace layering, adding unique hues for complexity in the stack. You can wear a rose gold and diamond necklace alongside your favorite diamond choker necklace or a classic Cuban chain. Hang your favorite pendant or charm from a rose gold necklace chain for two-tone styling. Rose gold pendants are the perfect accompaniment to paperclip chains, herringbone chains, franco chains, and other chain necklaces.
If you prefer minimalist styling, add a subtle rose gold necklace to your ensemble with one of our dainty chains or simple pendants.
For an effortless look, wear your favorite rose gold necklace alongside matching rose gold jewelry such as a rose gold engagement ring.
What is the best necklace length?
The best rose gold necklace chain length is the one that’s most comfortable for the wearer. Necklines and personal preferences influence the best chain length for a rose gold pendant or chain. Typically, women’s rose gold necklaces are available in 16 to 18 inch lengths. Men's rose gold necklaces are usually 20 to 24 inches long. You can wear whichever chain length is most comfortable. Visit our local jewelry stores and our necklace guide to learn more about popular chain lengths.
Are rose gold necklaces waterproof?
Rose gold necklaces are some of our most popular waterproof jewelry designs. Our handcrafted rose gold chains and pendants can get wet without getting damaged, just be sure to thoroughly dry your necklace after any water exposure. Though rose gold necklaces are durable, they should not be exposed to cosmetics, saltwater or treated water such as pool water.
What are rose gold plated necklaces?
Rose gold plated jewelry is not real rose gold. Instead, it’s a base metal that has a very thin coating of rose gold. These necklaces are not nearly as durable, or often as beautifully colorful, as real rose gold. At Blue Nile, we only sell real 18k and 14k rose gold necklaces that are not plated.
Can a rose gold necklace tarnish?
With proper care, a rose gold necklace will not tarnish. If your solid rose gold necklace forms a patina over time, a simple cleaning can restore its beauty.
How long do rose gold necklaces last?
Real rose gold necklaces can last for decades and even lifetimes. 18k and 14k gold rose necklaces are incredibly durable and easy to care for. A rose gold chain, diamond necklace, pendant, or other style is an instant heirloom.