Thursday, March 18, 2010

18ct Wedding Rings: Various Varieties

By Adam Antos

Have you decided to get married? If so, the very first ritual in most of the religions is the engagement or the ring ceremony. People are very conscious while selecting the ring for their engagement ceremony. The most significant consideration while selecting the ring is the style, color, elegance and metal used. Wedding ring or an engagement ring is a symbol of unity. They are something more than just a piece of jewelry.

There arte different types of materials used to make the wedding ring or the engagement ring. It includes 18-ct gold, silver, titanium, platinum, etc. Let us have a brief look on each of them:
Platinum- it is the most durable as well as expensive of all the metals, twice or thrice the price of gold. It is heavy as well as strong with high luster and durability. It does not wear out easily as it has a good life span. However, you need to polish it regularly to maintain its shine finish. One can choose the thickness of the ring, select between 18 ct gold or platinum and select a set of ring with a unique design or diamonds. One can prefer to have a princess cut diamond inserted in the band of platinum to create an ideal couple ring.

White gold- these are generally somewhat cheaper than platinum. It is still the favorable choice of majority of people. It can be made into fine jewelry. It is lighter than platinum. They are often plated with rhodium that offers extra whiteness to the ring.

Gold- many contemporary designs are available in a range of varied metals. It can be combined with inlaid titanium to offer additional beauty, style and strength. The Celtic kind of rings is still famous as traditional wedding rings. They are available in 18 ct white gold, platinum and titanium, as well.

Palladium- it is indeed a new metal used in the world of rings that has gained popularity in the last few years only. It is generally affordable by all. It is light in weight and the finishing lasts longer as compared to that of platinum.

Diamonds- they are regarded as a woman's best friend. It is a precious stone used commonly in engagement rings. A diamond is forever and a desirable object. Diamond rings are favored by all class of people and they are comparatively heavier and stronger. One can go for diamond rings, provided if one wish to and enjoy a style statement and compliments that it offers to the wearer.

Titanium- zirconium and titanium rings are quite popular because of their hypoallergenic properties and hard wearing. It is a metal that can be fashioned into a range of appealing jewelry pieces. The titanium wedding rings are ideal to combine an elegant style with a contemporary and funky material; where gold just remains a traditional choice. Titanium is also strong and durable than other metals that make it a perfect choice for engagement or wedding rings. One can combine gold inlaid titanium for additional beauty and strength.
These were some different kinds of 18ct wedding rings one can go for, for the wedding or engagement ceremony.

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