Alternative Metals
Cobalt Alloy with Chromium
Appearance
Cobalt alloy is a bright white metal, giving it the appearance of platinum. It's heavier than other alternative metals (such as titanium), giving it a heavier feeling for those who want heft to their wedding jewelry.
Care
Cobalt alloy rings are fairly scratch-resistant. It is also a metal that allows for easy resizing, unlike some of the other contemporary metals on the market today.
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Stainless Steel
Appearance
Shiny and strong, stainless steel rings can be polished to take on different looks - the more matte look of pewter or the reflective look of chrome. Either way, some people appreciate the sturdy, modern look of the metal.
Purity
Stainless Steel is mixed with at least 10.5% chromium to resist oxidation.
Care
You can clean stainless steel jewelry easily with dish soap, water and a soft cloth.
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Titanium
Appearance
Black, grey or silver, titanium rings often have inlays of other metals and commonly come with polished or satin finishes.
Purity
Titanium jewelry doesn't include alloys and is hypoallergenic.
Care
Titanium is one of the lightest, strongest, and most scratch-resistant metals available for wedding rings. Titanium wedding rings cannot be sized.
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Tungsten Carbide
Appearance
This silvery metal alloy is the hardest metal, a 9 on the Moh's Scale. Tungsten rings create a brilliant, hard-looking shine.
Purity
Tungsten carbide is a scratch - and chemically-resistant compound and is relatively hypoallergenic.
Care
Little maintenance is required for tungsten carbide wedding bands because of the metal alloy's hardness. Tungsten rings cannot be sized.
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Tantalum
Appearance
Tantalum is dark-bluish to dark gray in color. While it won't tarnish, it's important to note that tantalum jewelry may show signs of natural wear over time.
Purity
Tantalum jewelry is heat resistant, shatter-proof, hypoallergenic and won't tarnish.
Care
When you're not wearing tantalum jewelry, store the piece in the original box or a soft cloth bag. To clean, gently wipe with warm water and a soft cloth.
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