A Material Guide

What Your Jewelry is Actually Made

Every ODINPARIS piece begins with a decision: the right material for the right moment. This is an honest guide to what we use, why we chose it, and what it means for the life you wear it in.

Stone & Diamonds

Light, Redefined

We offer two stone options: Moissanite and Lab-Grown Diamond. Both are created without mining, both are graded for brilliance and clarity, and both belong in fine jewelry. Here is what separates them.

Moissanite

Moissanite

Originally discovered in a meteorite crater in 1893, moissanite is now created in controlled laboratory environments. It refracts light differently from diamond — with a refractive index of 2.65, it produces a fire that is visibly more intense. In direct sunlight or candlelight, it catches and scatters light in a way that is entirely its own.

— Hardness of 9.25 on the Mohs scale
— scratch-resistant and built for daily wear
— Higher dispersion than diamond
— produces rainbow fire under light
— Ethically created, zero mining impact
— A fraction of the cost of mined diamonds at equivalent carat weight

Lab-Grown Diamond 

Lab-Grown Diamond 

A lab-grown diamond is chemically, optically, and physically identical to a mined diamond. Grown using HPHT or CVD processes that replicate the conditions deep within the earth, it carries the same grading, the same hardness, and the same brilliance — without the environmental cost of extraction. A gemologist cannot tell the difference under magnification.

–  10 on the Mohs scale — the hardest material on earth
–  GIA or IGI certified — graded for cut, colour, clarity, carat
–  Indistinguishable from mined diamonds by eye or instrument
–  60–80% less expensive than mined equivalents at the same grade

Best for: Those who want the exact material, grading, and prestige of a natural diamond — on their own terms.

Metals

The Foundation of Every Piece

The metal is not just the setting — it is the substance. It determines how a piece ages, how it sits against skin, and how long it will remain yours. We offer five metal options, each with a different character and purpose.

925 Sterling Silver 

The most versatile metal we offer. 925 Sterling Silver is 92.5% pure silver alloyed with copper for strength. It has a cool, luminous tone that photographs beautifully and pairs with every skin tone. At ODINPARIS, it is the entry point into the collection — never a compromise.

–  Hallmarked 925 on every piece
–  Requires occasional polishing to maintain its natural shine
–  Cool white tone — ideal for layering multiple pieces

Best for: Building your everyday collection. The foundation before the gold.

10Kt Solid Gold 

The most durable gold alloy we offer. 10 karat gold contains 41.7% pure gold mixed with stronger metals — making it resistant to scratches, bends, and the wear of an active life. Its slightly deeper, warmer tone makes it ideal for pieces worn daily without second thought.

–  Most scratch-resistant gold option in our collection
–  Will not tarnish or fade — solid gold through and through
–  Ideal for rings, bracelets, and pieces under physical stress

Best for: The person who wears it everywhere and never takes it off.

14Kt Solid Gold 

14 karat is the gold that built the fine jewelry industry in the United States. At 58.3% pure gold, it strikes the precise balance between richness of colour and structural durability. It is the choice that requires no justification — universally recognised, hallmarked, and heirloom-worthy.

–  The most popular gold standard in the US and UK
–  Deep warm gold tone that photographs exceptionally in natural light
– Hypoallergenic for most skin types

Best for: Necklaces, earrings, and pieces you intend to keep for decades.

18Kt Solid Gold 

18 karat gold is where fine jewelry and haute joaillerie meet. At 75% pure gold, it carries a richness of colour that lower karats cannot replicate — a deep, saturated warmth that is immediately legible as luxury. It is softer than 14Kt, which is why master jewellers treat it with more care in the setting.

–  The international standard for high jewellery
–  Noticeably richer in colour than 10Kt or 14Kt
–  Requires more mindful wear — it marks what matters.

Best for: Special pieces. The ring. The necklace. The gift that carries weight.

Platinum

Platinum does not plate, coat, or fade. It is one of the rarest metals on earth — denser than gold, naturally white, and entirely its own material. Where white gold achieves its colour through rhodium plating that requires renewal, platinum's colour is intrinsic. A platinum piece at 40 years old looks exactly as it did on the day it was made.

–  30 times rarer than gold
–  Naturally hypoallergenic — no nickel, no coating, no renewal required
–  Develops a natural patina over time that many prefer
–  The strongest setting for stones — prongs hold without compromise

Best for: Engagement rings, statement pieces, and anyone who wants permanence above all else.

A Glance

Metal Comparison

Metal Purity Durability Tone Best Use
925 Silver 92.5% Good — occasional polish needed Cool, luminous white Everyday layering
10Kt Gold 41.7% Excellent — hardest gold Warm yellow Active daily wear
14Kt Gold
 58.3% Very good Rich warm yellow Most pieces, all occasions
18Kt Gold 75% Good — softer, more precious Deep, saturated gold Statement & special pieces
Platinum 95% Outstanding — permanent Natural cool white Heirloom & engagement
Metal 925 Silver
Purity 92.5%
Durability Good — occasional polish needed
Tone Cool, luminous white
Best Use Everyday layering
Metal 10Kt Gold
Purity 41.7%
Durability Excellent — hardest gold
Tone Warm yellow
Best Use Active daily wear
Metal 14Kt Gold
Purity 58.3%
Durability Very good
Tone Rich warm yellow
Best Use Most pieces, all occasions
Metal 18Kt Gold
Purity 75%
Durability Good — softer, more precious
Tone Deep, saturated gold
Best Use Statement & special pieces
Metal Platinum
Purity 95%
Durability Outstanding — permanent
Tone Natural cool white
Best Use Heirloom & engagement

“The material is not a specification. It is the character of the piece before it is ever worn.”