METALS MAKE THE RING
Gold is the traditional material for wedding bands. This symbolic metal is available primarily in yellow, white, and rose, although other colors such as blackened and brown gold can be found. Gold can be finished in a variety of ways, from polished to matte. Since it is a softer metal, it can be scratched or dented, but it can be re-polished to its shimmering glory, and its softness allows for elaborate engraving or filigree patterns on the shank. Scrollwork, floral motifs, or an elegantly intertwined band can lend a subtle touch of elegance or harken back to bygone eras.
Rose gold is gaining popularity, particularly in bridal, where it is seen as softer than yellow gold and with romantic, or vintage undertones. Platinum is also a popular choice for wedding bands. It is one of the most durable and expensive of the precious metals, with a beautiful greyish-white luster. Platinum is heavier and stronger than gold due to the density. It is also hypoallergenic — some people develop allergies from the alloys used in other metal bands.
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