Men’s Black Titanium Rings
It wasn’t so long ago that jewellery was only worn by women and for men to wear a ring was thought of as effeminate and “girly“. But now as society as a whole becomes more accustomed to the more fashion conscious individuals more and more men are buying rings and jewellery.
Rings and jewellery are now seen as signs of status amongst men, as they have long been with women, with celebrities and musicians spending an inordinate amount of money on their own jewellery.
As far as manly jewellery goes titanium has to be the king. Titanium is the strongest naturally occurring metal, which of course makes it ideal for making men’s rings. Not only is titanium extremely durable, scratch and corrosion resistant it is also very lightweight with a comfortable fit.
This blend of durability and comfort makes titanium rings very popular among men today who are looking for a stylish ring that can also be worn to work and endure the rigors of everyday life.
There are also lots of different styles and designs for you to choose from ranging from the minimalistic to the extravagant. A recent trend and now popular choice is to have a ring made from black titanium this is the same as standard titanium in every way except for it’s rich and dark shade of black giving it a rugged appearance.
A black titanium ring shows some individuality and can be anything from a plain dome shaped band, often a favourite as a wedding band for men about to get married, all the way up to diamond studded rings or even black titanium rings with gold or silver inlays.
I believe the reason black titanium rings have become so popular is because they offer a stylish alternative to the standard grey titanium rings and also are not too in your face and shiny like the more traditional gold and silver rings worn by most people.
One last thing you should bear in mind when choosing your black titanium ring is to ask about the method used to colour the titanium used in your ring. There are two methods, one which is a coating (a very strong coating but still not recommended) that tends to have less durability than the second method, which involves the titanium being combined with an alloy to give a black colour throughout and provide you with a ring that really will last a lifetime.
Black Titanium Rings for Men and Women
Unlike some of the other more traditional precious metals that have been used to make rings, titanium rings can be made in different colours. Black titanium is now the most popular alternative to the traditional precious metals. The great thing about black titanium is that the colour is not a coating applied to the ring as it is with stainless steel rings for example. The way in which titanium is coloured in order to give it that wonderful black effect, often referred to as midnight black, means that your ring will is not only extremely durable but also scratch and corrosion resistant.
To produce black titanium a variety of methods and techniques can be applied. Alloying grey titanium therefore leaving it forever black is one of the most recent and also reliable techniques used today. As I’m sure you’re aware simply coating a ring with a black colour does not provide a long lasting finish and it is best to in fact make the individual molecules of the titanium black.
To get the deepest black colour requires a high temperature and optimum atmospheric conditions. A ring made by these methods will be able to withstand scratching, fading and peeling. Also worth noting is that black titanium rings produced using these methods will not react negatively when in contact with your skin. Knowing exactly what method has been used to colour your ring is essential when you are looking to buy a ring of high quality that can withstand the wear and tear of living.
Thanks to the rise in popularity of black titanium rings there is now a huge variety of different styles and designs for you to choose from. Many of these designs feature an inlay of another precious metal, sterling silver is a popular choice, or an embedded gemstone such as a diamond. Other metals including gold and white gold can also be used as an inlay for black titanium rings and although less common are particularly eye catching.
Two-tone titanium rings are another option and are made with a mixture of grey and black titanium resulting in a truly unique effect whilst still being a solid titanium ring. You will find that two-tone rings are generally at the lower end of the spectrum when it comes to the matter of price while quality black titanium rings with an inlay of precious metal or embedded gemstone can be anywhere from $400 and up.
As a break from the norm and tradition many couples are choosing black titanium wedding bands instead of the more well know silver, gold and platinum options. For anyone who is looking for a classy and elegant ring that not everyone has black titanium rings are the new alternative of choice.
Why a Black Titanium Wedding Band?
A new trend emerging among modern men today is a move away from the traditional gold, silver or platinum wedding bands to a black titanium wedding band. As we know black never goes out of fashion and titanium is one of the most durable, strong and scratch-resistant metals around making the black titanium wedding band a popular choice for men in this day and age.
Apart from the sleek dome shaped plain black titanium wedding band there are now a huge array of styles and designs for you to choose from for your black titanium ring. For people wanting to spend a little more there is now a wide range of diamond studded black titanium wedding bands, which of course can also be engraved for that extra sentimental value.
Although it is true that black titanium rings are a bit cheaper than their gold counterparts the main reason men today choose to wear black titanium on their finger is more a style than affordability choice. The sleek curves and angles of a black titanium wedding band provide an understated yet classy appeal to the wearer and this is why black titanium has become a popular alternative to the other precious metals available.
Used for designer jewellery titanium is the toughest metal that occur naturally and is therefore extremely hard-wearing, which makes any kind of titanium ring an especially good choice if you need a ring that can withstand the wear and tear of life. You can be sure that a ring made from titanium will indeed last you a lifetime.
For anyone who finds themselves outside a lot or has a job that keeps them active it is good to know that titanium is corrosion resistant, which means that your ring is able to withstand corrosion from salt water, chlorine and other such corrodents. Another plus is that while still being a very strong metal titanium is also lightweight and you will hardly realise you’re wearing a ring at all.
If you are looking for ideas on a wedding band that is sleek, stylish and also something a little different than what the majority of married men already have a black titanium wedding band is a great alternative worthy of your consideration.