Can A Man’s Wedding Ring Include a Precious Stone?

January 13, 2014 by Leave a Comment

It may seem weird for a man to have his wedding ring include a precious stone but then again there are a couple of men who prefers to have precious stones embedded on their ring. So what are the things that should be considered by men before buying a pair of engagement rings which includes gemstones?

The first thing that you have to consider as a guy when purchasing an engagement ring with a gemstone is the nature of your work. If your work exposes your hands to a lot of manual labor such as construction and anything similar then you may want to reconsider choosing a ring with a gemstone. The reason is that you cannot afford dents on your ring which is likely to happen if you are working in such an environment. Not to mention the possibility of losing the gemstone.

On the other hand, if you really want to buy a ring with a gemstone then you can consider diamond rings, rubies and or sapphires or another gemstone that is sturdy. Do expect to pay an exorbitant price for it though if you think you can do without gemstones then you can consider getting Tacori semi-mounts as an alternative for your would-be fiancé.

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How To Effectively Clean A Platinum Diamond Ring

April 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment

All jewelry eventually gets tarnished especially if you do not have any idea how to take care of it. However, the good news is that there is a method that you can follow. There is a way that you can clean your platinum diamond ring that signifies your love to your other half while being able to extend its lifespan.

Step 1: Get a corning ware dish pan and then pour around two cups of water in it. After this, what you do next is to bring the water to a boil. Once it starts boiling, the next thing that you have to do is to put two teaspoons of ammonia and then bring it down to a simmer.

Step 2: Once the water is brought down to a simmer, you can now submerge your ring in it and leave it there for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, you can remove the ring but be careful when doing so. Remember, the ring was submerged in hot water and you might get scalded so it is best that you use a tong to pick it up.

Step 3: Let the ring cool for the time being and then once it has cool down, get a toothbrush that you are not using and then use it to scrub the ring. After you are done scrubbing the ring with the toothbrush, submerge it again in the water for five minutes. After five minutes, you can then remove the ring and then rinse it using clean water.

Always make it a point to clean your diamond platinum rings if you see that it is losing its luster. Remember, it should be a significant item in your relationship so do everything to take extra care of it.

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Which Metals Would Suit Men’s Wedding Rings

June 26, 2012 by 18 Comments

Benchmark Rings

There are a variety of wedding rings which men can choose from to pair with the engagement ring that they will be giving their fiancés. There are actually a couple of metal which can be used to create men’s wedding bands. You can also choose from the wide selection of rings by Benchmark made of precious metals. But generally, here are some other types of wedding bands based on materials used.

  • Gold Wedding Bands: One of the most popular choices when it comes to men’s wedding rings. What is important when choosing a gold men’s wedding ring is the gold’s carat and the combination of its colors. Gold carats range from 9kt, 14kt,  and 18kt. Furthermore, the higher the amount of gold used to make the ring, the more expensive and valuable it will become.
  • Titanium Wedding Rings: If you are looking for something really sturdy then titanium is for you. It is a natural element and the hardest natural metal in existence. Compared to steel, gold and other metals, titanium is really tough and it can endure various harsh environments. It appears to have a silver-grayish-white color.
  • Platinum Wedding Rings: There are only a couple of platinum wedding rings available for men to choose from as compared to titanium rings and or gold rings. Since it is a dense and heavy metal, it weighs more than an 18 carat gold ring. It is even more expensive than gold since it is often used in jewelry in its purest form.
  • Tungsten Wedding Ring:  For the past few years, tungsten has gradually gained popularity when it comes to making wedding rings. Similar to titanium, it is durable and very strong and costs almost the same as a titanium ring. What’s great about these kinds of wedding rings is that they always appear to be newly-polished. You no longer need to polish it since that is its natural appearance and luster.
  • Silver Wedding Ring: Sterling silver is perhaps the most affordable metal which you can purchase as compared to the aforementioned metals. Since it does not possess the hardness that the other materials possess, and it is susceptible to oxidization, silver rings are not often encouraged.

All these rings eventually suffer damages or scratches at some point with tungsten being an exception. Because of this, you have to do your part in taking care of it. Since rings getting damaged on occasion are not avoidable, you have the option of going to your local jeweler to have them polish your ring. At least make it a point to have your ring polished twice in a year.

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