Exchanging wedding rings is a custom dating back to the ancient Egyptians when the gold band symbolised eternal, unbroken love.
Today, gold is still the favourite metal for wedding rings. It can be 9, 14, 18 or even 24 carat. The higher the carat the more golden in colour it will be. In practical terms, 18ct holds up to everyday wear and tends to look better as it ages.
Platinum is the second favourite; a white metal with superb strength. It coordinates well with engagement rings using platinum settings. It costs approximately twice as much as 18ct gold and feels much heavier.
Titanium is becoming very popular. It is the hardest natural metal in the world yet very light weight. It is hypoallergenic and the wide range of different looks and colours that can be created gives it uniqueness, surpassing other metals. It can be inlaid with precious metals such as silver, gold and platinum. However, because it cannot be soldered it cannot normally be resized.
- Can you wear your wedding ring at work?
- If involved in manual labour, will it stand up to it?
- Will you be wearing your ring whilst involved in sport?
- When choosing your wedding rings resist being swayed by fashion as you don’t want it to become dated.
- Allow at least three weeks for rings to be engraved and forget superstition; try them on to make sure they fit.
- To get the right fit; always try on wedding rings when your hands are cold.
- It is easier to put on your wedding rings if your finger is slightly bent.
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