In the modern jewelry world, industrial metals such as tungsten,
titanium and stainless steel are in vogue, especially used in men’s
jewelry, wedding bands and costume jewelry. Here are the benefits of
tungsten:
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Tungsten Affordability
Tungsten is a very affordable metal, and unlike the precious metals, is
easy on your wallet. There are different grades of tungsten carbide used
in jewelry which can impact the price. For example, high quality
tungsten with carbon and nickel included can cost more than other lower
grade tungsten carbide combinations.
Compare this white gold comfort fit wedding band with this comfort fit
tungsten wedding band. The two rings are very similar looking but the
difference in price is considerable!
Some people find that tungsten’s lack of monetary worth makes it cheap
and therefore not a good choice for wedding bands. This comes down to
personal preference and values.
Tungsten Durability
In the department of durability, tungsten carbide beats all other metals. This is how tungsten compares to other metals:
Gold (3 Mohs)
Platinum (4.5 Mohs)
Palladium (4.5 Mohs)
Rhodium (6 Mohs)
Titanium (6 Mohs)
Tungsten (9)
In fact, it is the hardest metal used in jewelry and the most
scratch-resistant. As an object can only be scratched by another object
that is harder than it, tungsten cannot be scratched by most materials.
Some substances that can cause scratch tungsten are diamonds and
moissanites. This means that regardless of the exposure your tungsten
ring is subject to, it remains free of scratches.
Tungsten’s Luster
Tungsten rings are highly resistant to tarnishing and corrosion. Over
time they do not change color or lose their shine.Because they don’t
easily acquire scratches, tungsten remains lustrous and shiny. As a
result, this metal has earned itself the nickname ‘forever polished’.
Tungsten is found in several popular colors. Gunmetal gray is a popular
color for tungsten and makes for very handsome and unique wedding bands,
while white offers a sleek and contemporary choice. White tungsten
carbide is very similar in appearance to the popular platinum and white
gold metals, giving a modern, stylish look to the wedding band.
You may be considering a black tungsten ring as this offers a striking
and nonconventional look, ideal for someone looking to be different.
However, black tungsten is made by plating the metal with a coating of
black material. While plating tungsten allows for the metal to have
different and attractive hues, it also means that over time the plate
will flake off and require you to have the piece replated.
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