Wedding Bands Metals & Materials

Black Ceramic

Black ceramic is a modern alternative to the traditional, gold wedding band and is among the hardest materials known to man. Only a few things in the world, including diamonds, can scratch this beautiful piece of jewelry. Its beautiful metallic-black color makes it an attractive choice for those who want something non-traditional.

Known for its glossy, polished appearance that never fades, black ceramic is similar to tungsten in its resistance to corrosion and its hypoallergenic quality. Like tungsten, black ceramic is not resizable and may break if struck with high impact against a hard surface.

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Rose Gold

Rose gold has become a favored alternative to traditional yellow gold for rings and other fashion jewelry such as earrings, pendants, and bracelets. Its color, ranging from red to rose to pink, gives it an old-world, vintage appearance that goes well with any skin tone.

The rose gold color variations come from adding gold and copper alloy. The more copper, the redder the color. More durable and scratch-resistant than yellow or white gold, rose gold will retain its classic beauty for a lifetime. Romantic and irresistible, it's also surprisingly affordable.

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White Gold

Although gold is traditionally thought of as yellow, white gold is also a favored alternative. It has long been a popular choice among jewelry buyers, particularly for diamond rings. The silvery white color is thought by many to be a more suitable backdrop for diamonds than yellow gold.

In white gold, the white sheen comes from mixing gold with another metal such as silver, palladium, or nickel. White gold can also contain rhodium, a form of platinum used as a plating which helps to brighten the white color. It's also possible to size and engrave white gold rings.

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Serinium^®

Called the new metal for millennials, Serinium^® is a bright, silver-white contemporary metal that is both beautiful and durable. It has become an increasingly popular jewelry choice—a modern alternative for weddings and other occasions.

Serinium^® is a high-tech product that was patented just a few years ago. It's extremely hard and scratch-resistant and does not oxidize, tarnish, or discolor. It's also hypoallergenic. Jewelry buyers also like it because it comes without the high environmental and social costs that occur with gold mining.

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Tungsten

Tungsten carbide is a uniquely forged, scratch-resistant metal used primarily in men's wedding rings and watchbands. It's ideal for anyone with an active lifestyle. Many times harder than gold, tungsten carbide has a substantial, luxurious weight similar to platinum.

Tungsten carbide is formed through a patented formula containing tungsten and carbon, similar to titanium carbide. Its extreme hardness makes it useful in the manufacturing of cutting tools and bearings. It's strong, hypoallergenic, and will not tarnish. This attractive metal – available in white, black, and classic gray—will stand the test of time and retain its polished look for years to come.

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Platinum

Platinum is more rare than gold and is considered to be the most precious metal used in jewelry. Its heaviness, density, and strength make it an ideal setting for wedding and engagement rings.

Unlike white gold, platinum is naturally white and has less chance of discoloring because of its purity. It's also hypoallergenic, scratch-resistant, and can be easily polished to retain its beautiful finish.

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