A Titanium Wedding Ring is Made to Last
Oct 16th, 2008
The word titanium brings to mind images of strength and durability. What better symbol for the devotion and commitment of a wedding ring could there be? Although it may seem rather common, this metal has attributes that lend themselves easily to crafting stylish and durable wedding and engagement rings.
When it comes to metals, titanium is one of the strongest. It takes considerable force to cause a titanium ring to get out of round. For example, a gold wedding ring is far more likely to be damaged if you slam the car door on your hand. It can be scratched, but not easily. A little polishing and it will look like new again.
In spite of this hardness, there is no need to worry about a titanium ring getting stuck in an emergency situation. In rare instances, a gold ring can be bent into a finger, causing painful pressure. That’s less likely with a titanium wedding ring. But in the event it does, the ring could be removed by cutting, similar to any other material.
Strength is one reason that titanium makes its way into jets and other high-tech applications. But there’s another: it’s ultra-light, about 1/3 the weight of gold. Many enjoy the feathery feel of a titanium ring. It rests on the finger lightly and gives no resistance during movement. This is a real bonus for those who spend a lot of time using a keyboard.
And, because it is hypoallergenic and medically safe, titanium wedding rings can be worn full time with no concerns. They won’t irritate the skin at all. Titanium is a benign material, and is employed in numerous medical situations such as hip implants.
There’s more to titanium engagement and wedding rings than just their practicality, however. They’re also stunning in appearance.
Titanium in its natural form is gray in color, sort of like stainless steel only more lustrous. Not only can it be crafted into detailed designs due to its hardness, it can also be polished to shine brightly. Those qualities make for a subtle, yet ultra-elegant and different style of jewelry. It can also be treated during manufacture to produce a lustrous black. However, make sure you get genuine black titanium; if it has just been coated it will have to be restored periodically.
Men especially like the edgy style that comes with this alternative wedding ring material. Combining the two types – gray and black – gives even more design choices. The result is a stellar wedding ring that is ultra-lightweight, stylish and unusual.
When deciding on a wedding ring, take a look at this distinct style. Remember, you’re unique. Doesn’t it make sense that your ring be unique as well?