METALS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE

Select what fits your personal needs.
There are many options in the world of precious and non-precious metals when it comes to your engagement ring. What suits the look you are going for and what suits your lifestyle? Are you very active and need something durable? Is your skin very sensitive? Platinum might be the perfect choice for you since it’s hypo-allergenic. These are all questions we will ask so that you find the right engagement ring setting to last a lifetime.

ALL THINGS GOLD

There are various grades of gold purity from 10K, 14K, 18K and 24K (considered pure gold). 18K gold is actually 75% gold and 25% other metals. As the karat weight drops, the metal becomes more durable, but less yellow. Lower karat weights are usually plated to some degree to enhance the color. However, keep this in mind, as some plating may wear off and need to be re-plated. 

GOLD

Gold is the most popular metal in the US and has the longest and most storied history of all the precious metals. Yellow gold is natural and resistant to rust, tarnish and corrosion. Gold is timeless, elegant and the most popular metal for everyday wear.

WHITE GOLD

White Gold was developed to give a different look. It is made with similar properties to yellow gold but is mixed with different metals to give it a white color – typically with rhodium (a rare member of the platinum family). Rhodium plated rings will wear and eventually need re-plating. 

ROSE GOLD

Rose Gold is made with similar properties but is mixed with copper to give it that rose color. Rose Gold engagement ring styles or the use of Rose Gold with White Gold is a very popular look today!

ALTERNATIVE METALS

Alternative metals are often a choice for men’s wedding bands or widely used as a back-up band to the traditional Gold or Platinum band.

Tungsten Carbide

Gold is the most popular metal in the US and has the longest and most storied history of all the precious metals. Yellow gold is natural and resistant to rust, tarnish and corrosion. Gold is timeless, elegant and the most popular metal for everyday wear.

Cobalt

White Gold was developed to give a different look. It is made with similar properties to yellow gold but is mixed with different metals to give it a white color – typically with rhodium (a rare member of the platinum family). Rhodium plated rings will wear and eventually need re-plating. 

Titanium

Rose Gold is made with similar properties but is mixed with copper to give it that rose color. Rose Gold engagement ring styles or the use of Rose Gold with White Gold is a very popular look today!

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel is a metal that is easy to clean, highly durable and resistant to scratches and corrosion. It has a beautiful silvery-white color and retains that shine and color very well. It is most commonly used in men’s jewelry and watches.