You might be a little surprised to learn that one of the newest materials for wedding bands is tungsten alloys. This space age metal has become a popular alternative to gold wedding bands due to its modern hues and hard-working characteristics. The cost of tungsten wedding bands is also significantly less than gold wedding bands.
Tungsten Characteristics
By itself, tungsten is a a hard metal, denoted by a W on the periodic table. It is mined from Wolframite ore and has the highest melting point, 6,100 degrees Fahrenheit, of all metals. However, without being alloyed with another metal it is not scratch resistant. When used in jewelry applications, it is often combined with a carbon or nickel alloy. These make it much sturdier and provide additional strength and scratch resistance. People who want to have an active sports lifestyle, appreciate the fact that they don't have to remove their rings while engaged in strenuous activities to avoid damaging them.
Modern Hues
Tungsten is actually a very light gray metal. When combined with other alloys and finishes you can get deeper grays, and even a high polished chrome look. They can be fashioned with other precious metals, from gold, silver, and platinum, to add style and interest to your wedding band. The light hues and ability to choose any number of high tech finishes in combination with other metals, make it ideal for modern styles.
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