Yellow gold bracelets

How you wear a bracelet will largely depend on whether you are right-handed or left-handed. If you are right-handed, you will most likely wear a wristwatch on your left hand. In this case, men prefer to wear yellow gold bracelets on their right hand. The reverse is true for left-handed men.

There is no wrong or right answer to which side you wear a bracelet, so go with what feels most natural.

Gold is the most malleable of metals. Even so, you should not expect a bracelet to stretch any time soon.

The design of yellow bracelets will impact whether they stretch. A bangle is more likely to remain rigid for longer, whereas a design with links or clasps may stretch over the years.

In the case that it is too loose, a jeweller can resize your bracelet for you.

Gold usually is stamped to indicate its purity, so check for marks on the inside of the bracelet.

You can test gold at home with white vinegar. If you apply it directly to the metal and it changes its colour, then it is most likely not real gold. Equally, gold is a heavy metal, so if you place your bracelet into a body of water, it should sink to the bottom. Fake gold can also leave green tint marks on the skin, so check for any discolouration when you remove the bracelet.

Our range of gold bracelets starts at £76 and can go beyond £44,000. The overall price will depend on the design of the bracelet you choose, whether that be tennis, delicate, cluster or a bangle.

Yellow diamond bracelets cost more because of the stones embellishing the metal.

Nowadays you can buy wipes and pens that have been designed specifically to clean gold metal.

For a more traditional clean, take a bowl of lukewarm water and add a small amount of mild soap to make a cleaning solution. Soak your bracelet for 10 minutes and then use a soft toothbrush or lint-free cloth to remove any loosened dirt.

Finally, rinse the bracelet in clean water and dry it with a soft, lint-free cloth to stop any residue from building up.