Titanium rings. Modern Jewelry

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Titanium rings are a relatively young trend in jewelry art. But they are becoming more and more popular, and many prefer this strong metal, rather than the usual gold or silver. What caused such popularity? Is it convenient and safe to wear titanium rings? We will talk about all this, as well as many other nuances, later in the article.

Mysterious stuff

What is titanium? This is a white or light gray metal, which is in 10th place in terms of prevalence on Earth. It is even found in some meteorites.

But its most interesting property is that it has the highest tensile strength in relation to the weight of the metal. It has a very low mass, but at the same time it is 3 times stronger than steel. Tungsten could compete with it, but titanium has a density of 4, 11, and tungsten has 19, 25, i.e. titanium rings on the finger will be lighter than a feather, and tungsten rings will be very noticeable in weight.

Die Hard

If you lead an active lifestyle, thenyou need jewelry that will keep its attractive appearance for a long time.

Titanium products have four degrees of strength: from the first (the softest) to the fourth (the strongest). The strength of the metal varies depending on the amount of impurities of other elements in its composition and on the method of its processing. To create jewelry, as a rule, pure (at least 99%) titanium is used.

For rings that will be worn frequently (for example, wedding rings), it is best to take metal of 2-4 degrees of strength. This guarantees resistance to scratches and other damage. But in emergency cases (if the finger is very swollen and blood circulation is disturbed), such titanium rings can be removed with special ring cutters. But keep in mind that not every hospital has them.

But many buyers want the highest possible strength. It can be provided by aviation-grade titanium, or the 5th degree of strength - it contains 90% titanium, 6% aluminum and 4% vanadium. However, it will be impossible to cut such a product even with wire cutters; a dental saw or a saw with diamond tips will have to be used. The process will be very unpleasant for the victim. Therefore, rumors that fingers need to be amputated in order to remove stuck titanium rings are not so much exaggerated.

In addition, the size of such products is very difficult to change, sometimes impossible. They also cannot be repaired.

Other benefits

In addition to strength, titanium rings have other benefits that are very useful for the buyerproperties:

• They are completely hypoallergenic. Titanium is so safe for the human body that it is used in dentistry and prosthetics.
• They are excellent at resisting corrosion and tarnishing. This metal is able to withstand even prolonged exposure to s alt water.
• Titanium is a very poor conductor of heat and electricity, so titanium rings do not heat up well.

Material imperfections

Alas, there are no ideal things. The main disadvantage of titanium rings is the complexity of their processing. Since it is a very strong metal, it is impossible to make very thin patterns on it or give it a fancy shape. Therefore, the choice of models is much less than among gold or silver items.

This drawback can be eliminated by choosing a ring with inserts made of a more ductile and easy-to-work metal, but this will significantly change its cost and properties - first of all, such a ring will be prone to scratches.

The repair of such products is also problematic due to the complexity of the material processing.

Resizing

Titanium rings are best tried on before buying as they are not as easy to shrink or enlarge as gold or silver rings.

Products are especially difficult:

• with overlays of another metal - they most often crack in the process;
• with inserts of precious stones - holes for stones are deformed;
• less than 2 mm thick.

the degree of strength, for example, rings of the 2nd degree can be quite simply increased or decreased by 1, sometimes even by 2 sizes, but the higher it is, the more difficult the work. Therefore, sometimes it is cheaper to buy a new product than to change an old one.

Eternal love

Wedding couple rings made of titanium have gained quite wide popularity. After all, what could better symbolize the strength of the marriage bond than one of the most durable metals on Earth?

Paired rings are available in a wide range of sizes - from small women's sizes to large men's. Bridal jewelry designs tend to be a bit thinner and more elegant, while grooms jewelry designs are larger and more massive.

The engraving applied on the inside or outside will give a special individuality to the rings. It could be the date of the wedding, the names of the spouses, or part of the wedding vows - the choice is up to the newlyweds.

Even in wedding fashion, engraving in the form of palms holding a heart is in demand. This is a design that replicates the traditional Irish Claddagh engagement ring.

Also popular are various images of inverted eights - a symbol of infinity, in this case, the infinity of newlyweds' love. It can be not only engraving, but also a three-dimensional pattern.

Decor options and cost of rings

Titanium itself looks spectacular. But as mentioned above, only fairly simple patterns can be made on it.

And for lovers of more elaborate designs, jewelersoffer a variety of inserts and overlays:

• inlaid with gold or silver - with patterns or simply in the form of contrasting stripes;
• carbon fiber inserts;
• linings in the form of strips of crushed gemstones - opal, turquoise, agate, jasper, tiger's eye, etc.;
• inserts from fine wood;
• precious stones - diamonds, rubies, emeralds, etc., inserted into small niches in the ring.

In addition, titanium itself can change its color under the influence of anodization. Depending on the strength of the current, you can get a variety of shades.

The cost of titanium as a metal for industrial purposes is very high, but compared to gold it is much cheaper. In the jewelry business, the price of the finished product is significantly raised by labor-intensive processing and decoration of rings, which, in addition to consuming the time of the master, cause rapid wear of the equipment.

What is the cost of such products in Russian online stores? Rings made entirely of titanium can be bought from 1000 rubles. Jewelry with gold inserts (precisely from precious metal, and not just gold) are much less common, and their cost is much higher - from 13 thousand rubles.