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White Gold Matching Couple Rings for Men
White gold is an alloy of pure gold that is fused with another metal to create an entirely new material. There is no definitive definition, but when you buy a white gold ring, it's most likely an alloy of gold that has the addition of copper, silver platinum, nickel, or platinum. Some white gold rings are equipped with an rhodium finish that gives them a brilliant white appearance.
In addition to the attractive color, white gold Matching Couples Gifts are specially designed to alter the physical properties of the metal. While pure gold is soft and easily deformed, white gold combined with nickel is strong and long-lasting.
Pros: They are compatible with any color stone
Pros: They won't tarnish.
Cons The most likely reason is that they contain nickel in the alloy, making them not suitable for people who have allergies.
Cons The rhodium plating might be worn off over time.
Men's Platinum Rings
Platinum is more valuable than gold. It is an uncommon metal with a high density that is mined in South Africa, but in tiny quantities. The average annual production is 160 tons. Platinum is a rare metal that is perfect for men's rings because of its strength and durability. It is a far superior metal to gold.
Platinum is also able to hold the stones set in it better, which makes it less prone to breakage than its yellow counterpart.
Pros: Sturdy, tough, and durable
Pros: Great for securing gemstones
Pros: Hypoallergenic, perfect for sensitive skin
Cons Costs: Expensive
Cons: Very dense, therefore very heavy
Titanium Rings for Men
The most significant benefit of titanium, besides its amazing silvery shine is its high strength to weight ratio. It is as strong as steel, but weighs nearly nothing.
A titanium ring weighs about five times as much as a platinum ring the same size and is a quarter more than a gold ring. If you're looking for a ring with a great look however doesn't require your hands work every day to wear, titanium is ideally suited.
Pros The pros: Lightweight
Pros: Durable
Recyclable
Cons Costs: Expensive
Cons: So light, you could forget you're wearing them.
Sterling Silver Rings for Men
Silver rings are timeless and classic. They have been used for over 4500 years. When it was introduced to the ancient Egypt it was more valuable than gold. Silver rings are beautiful, simple, and relatively affordable.
Most silver used in rings is labeled 925 or sterling silver. This is a sign that the metal is 92.5 percent silver and the remaining copper. Compared to pure silver, which is soft and malleable sterling silver is tough and strong due to the addition of copper though it is prone to tarnishing.
Pros: Durable
Cons: Not as expensive as gold.
Pros Excellent color and shine
Cons: Prone To Tarnishing
Cons: The copper in 925 Silver may trigger reactions to people who are allergic to copper.
Marcasite
Marcasite rings are not actually made from this kind of mineral, but are actually parts of its close cousin pyrite, more commonly referred to as fool's Gold, mixed with silver.
Marcasite rings were very popular in the Victorian time period as an alternative to gold and were often paired with black onyx gemstones.
Pros: Very inexpensive
Pros: The pyrite component give a sparkling appearance
Cons: Fragile and difficult to repair
Cons: You'll feel embarrassed to explain that your ring is made of fools"gold
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