Wedding rings are available in a number of metals. Some metals such as white gold, yellow gold, platinum or silver have always been traditional metals; however there are now newer metals of wedding rings that are becoming just as popular.  Dual metals or two-toned metals in wedding rings are also very common and very beautiful .

Choosing the right type of metal for wedding rings for men or women has a lot to do with what your personal tastes are in jewelry and what typical metals you wear. If a couple wears mostly gold, then sticking with gold wedding rings makes sense. If they prefer silver, there are more metal options.

One very popular new metal used in wedding rings for both men and women is titanium. Titanium wedding rings come in a wide range of styles from classic bands to inset diamonds or other gems or even carved or sculpted rings, often in Celtic types of designs.

An interesting feature with titanium wedding rings and bands is that the titanium can actually be permanently colored. This is typically done by oxidizing the titanium to the desired color for a permanent change in the chemical composition of the metal. These rings are very unique in coloration and can range from blues to reds and colors in between .

Other options for metals for wedding rings include the palladium, a relatively new durable metal that is lighter in weight than titanium. Palladium rings are not common but are quickly becoming very popular due to their spectacular finish and sheen.

Inlayed designs, gems or diamonds can be added to the elegant and classic gold or white gold bands for a more elaborate design. Since these bands are very traditional they are always in style and always beautiful. Choosing the right type of yellow gold is an important consideration for wedding rings, especially those with the larger, wider bands. The higher the karat of the ring, especially at the 24k level, the easier the band can scratch. This is because the purer the gold the softer it is. Lower karat rings may be easier to maintain and more durable .

 

White gold and silver wedding bands are also very popular both historically as well as currently. Silver is popular with sculpted bands and wedding rings, with many traditional styles of Celtic or cultural rings often made in silver. Silver and white gold wedding rings are both durable as well as easy to maintain and keep looking beautiful . 

 

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