Platinum Wedding Bands - A Continuing Trend

Your wedding day is among one of the most memorable days in your life, and your wedding band is the physical representation of the love, commitment, and emotion that will be shared on that day. That is why it is important that you and your partner carefully select rings that capture the essence of your personal style as well as your style as a couple that will last for  years to come.  

Though there are many options available, the best selling rings are made in white metals, with platinum wedding bands being the most popular choice.

Platinum has become a favorite metal choice due to its natural white color and heft. Platinum is slightly more expensive than other metals, and this is because platinum wedding bands are 95% pure as opposed to 14K or 18K gold which is only 58-75% pure. Due to gold being naturally yellow, other elements are added in order to give white gold it’s color. This will wear in time, so 14K and 18K white gold will need to be rhodium plated periodically in order to maintain its original brightness and shine. Lastly, if you have sensitive skin, a platinum band is the best choice for you as the high purity of the platinum decreases the chances of irritation and allergic reactions.  

Beyond their purity and hypoallergenic qualities, platinum wedding bands and diamond wedding bands are extremely popular for their strength and durability, meaning your platinum wedding band will wear better and last longer than if made in other metals. When all of these factors are considered, it is obvious why platinum holds the reputation as being the most exclusive choice of metal in jewelry fabrication today.

If platinum is your metal of choice, the next step is to decide on the style of your ring, and in platinum, the choices are vast. From simple to intricate,  styles such as Celtic, hand engraved, Milgrain, channel set or eternity platinum bands are just a few of the choices available. Platinum adds a modern, yet classic elegance to any style of band and will easily endure the changing trends through time.

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