Titanium vs. Gold, Silver and Platinum

Either you are buying it as a gift or for yourself, there are many reasons why titanium jewelry can be a better choice than jewelry made in traditional precious metals like gold, silver and platinum.

Firstly, titanium is highly corrosion resistant and therefore does not tarnish easily. Especially for high-polish finished jewelry like gold and silver wedding band rings, it is expected that the jewelry will lose its color and shine over time. Even if they are stored properly in jewelry boxes or safe, the oxygen in the air reacts with the metals and turns the color. This process is of course accelerated if the jewelry is worn daily because the sweat combined with body temperature, acts as catalysts to the chemical process.

Also, titanium is hypoallergenic, which means that very few people have skin that is sensitive to it. People who are allergic to gold, silver or, more commonly, nickel, which is found in most gold and silver jewelry, don’t have to worry about outbreak when wearing jewelry made from titanium and its alloys.

A widely known property about titanium is its durability. It is this attribute that makes it perfect for active individuals who frequently engage in outdoor activities, even water sports. It is not uncommon that people find their gold or silver jewelry damaged, or even lost, after a day of exciting outdoor events. These disappointments can easily be avoided if titanium jewelry is worn instead. In addition, titanium has a high strength to weight ratio. In other words, although it is much stronger than gold and silver jewelry, even steel, it is much lighter and hence more comfortable to wear.

Finally, it is fashionable and trendy to wear titanium jewelry. The metal is relatively new in the fashion industry with many new ideas being applied on it. Titanium is so versatile that it not only can be combined with gemstones, gold and silver, engraved and finished like traditional jewelry; it can also be anodized to create eye-catching colored titanium jewelry.

Common titanium jewelry includes wedding band ring, men's titanium rings and men's titanium bracelets. There is every reason to explore the vast possibilities and express your personality in a whole different way

By Scott Murff

The Wonders of Titanium

Titanium Jewelry

Jewelry designers and wears prefer Titanium due to it's strength and brilliant sheen. Because of the strength, designers are able to create delicate designs never before thought possible with other metals.

The future concept of aesthetics lies in the use of Titanium, the material that has been proven to be the solution to future technology as well. Titanium is totally hypoallergenic, non-destructible, non-tarnishing and lightweight, while generating a richness of color that allows it to be combined with the traditional jewelry metals for exciting and subtle effects.

Titanium, isolated over two hundred years ago is the versatile metal widely used in aerospace industry. It was named for the Titans, the mighty race that inhabited the earth before the creation of man. Today titanium has been adapted to other uses. Its luxurious texture and look make it an innovative and eternal medium for today's jewelry. Titanium rings, titanium bands and titanium bracelets in unique and classic design are a definition of precision.

A luxurious effect can be made by combining titanium with silver. Many wedding and engagement rings are combined in this manner.

Titanium jewelry presents a look of tomorrow with the strength of eternity. Polished titanium resembles platinum with only a quarter of its weight and twice the strength of the hardest steel. Beautiful wedding bands can be created by combing titanium with precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum. Many couples have chosen to strengthen their wedding bands with titanium rings. Inspired by the Greek god of love these rings are lovingly made with sentiments engraved in the ring. Bracelets weaved with titanium display the rhythm and flow to the joining strands.

Titanium is especially popular among men. It's a symbol of strength and masculinity. It is not only extremely strong, but it's also very lightweight. And titanium looks fabulous! Titanium can be easily crafted and molded into different shapes. Color can also be added to titanium to give titanium jewelry an even broader range of designs and styles. Black titanium men's wedding bands are all the rage right now--and black titanium is simply stunning. Wedding rings fashioned from titanium can also come in a variety of finishes, from satin to matte to polished. Gems can easily be added to titanium to expand its design capabilities even more.

However, titanium is a costly metal. Be prepared to pay a premium on titanium jewelry because titanium is harder to mine than gold. But titanium jewelry is well worth the price for both its luscious beauty and endless style. Jewelry made from titanium will last a lifetime with minimal care.

By Hommer Titaniue