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One of the most significant trends in wedding bands in decades is the surge of interest in modern alternative metals. In particular, tungsten and titanium wedding bands are gaining tremendous popularity by virtue of the properties of these materials, as well as their low cost relative to gold and platinum.

Tungsten carbide is the hardest, most scratch resistant metal ever used in jewelry. It can be polished to a mirror finish and maintain its luster almost indefinitely. Tungsten is a naturally white metal that does not require rhodium plating as white gold does.

Tungsten is becoming the metal of choice for gents wedding bands as a growing number of guys become acquainted with the beauty and durability of this amazing material. Tungsten wedding bands have a heft and weight similar to gold, they come in many different designs and they are very comfortable to wear. Tungsten wedding bands can also incorporate other metals such as silver, gold, and platinum in the design.

While gold and platinum are the traditional metals symbolizing the eternal nature of love and marriage, modern guys see symbolism in the practically indestructible nature of tungsten. As they compare the look and feel of tungsten wedding bands to bands made of gold and platinum, and see the cost savings in terms of initial investment and longterm maintenance, more and more men are opting for tungsten.

The one important downside to tungsten wedding bands is the fact that tungsten cannot be re-sized. Although incredibly hard, tungsten is not ductile. It will not deform when compressed, but will break when compressed past its maximum strength, and cannot be cut and welded like other jewelry metals. Therefore, weight gain or loss that results in finger size changes might require purchase of a new ring.

Gem Diamond Company is now offering a nice selection of tungsten wedding bands in our bridal department for men that want something a little different, are not bound by tradition, and appreciate great value!

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