For occasions like weddings and engagements the use of a diamond studded ring is not only tradition but also highly valued and in demand because of its exceptional and remarkable handsomeness. Wedding bands are a special set of rings that is more than a metal with the sparkling stone for the married couples. It marks their heavenly union and symbolizes their eternal love for each other, which is as radiant as the diamond on it.

Along with the diamond the metal that is used to make the body of the ring is also very significant in terms of complementing the brilliant shiny precious stone perfectly. It has been a traditional practice to choose platinum as the metal body of the diamond studded ring on account of its shimmery silvery grey metal body. Platinum as a metal is not extensively found and hence it burns a hole in your wallet when you choose to buy a ring made out of this rare metal.

On the contrary, titanium is a metal that is found in considerable amounts throughout nature. In fact, it is one of the most abundant metals found on earth but the only hindrance in having it mass manufactured is the complicated refining process. Otherwise, titanium as compared to platinum is available very easily from the nature’s bounty and thus reduces the cost making it much less expensive than platinum.

The reason why titanium is a huge hit in the market these days is because of its uncanny resemblance to platinum rings in its shine, quality and brilliance. Titanium rings look no different than the very expensive and extravagant platinum rings. It is excellent and popular to have a platinum ring with diamonds for special occasions like engagements and weddings, however titanium rings have the same gorgeous platinum look and also goes very well with diamonds at a fraction of the price.

Most women who go nuts seeing the diamond ring they receive most likely will not complain about the replacement of the platinum with titanium because it makes no difference whatsoever. Titanium rings have a number of advantages over platinum other than the cost factor. The major advantage of titanium rings is that they are hypoallergenic which suits all skin types including sensitive ones. It is strong as steel but extremely lightweight, durable, corrosion resistant and heat resistant. When they are in the process of manufacture the surface of the metal it forms an oxide layer almost immediately. This is the major reason why they do not lose their color on account of tarnishing and thus seldom require polishing.

On the other hand, platinum rings when polished lose a layer of metal off their body making the ring thinner than before. A series of polishing process may make it so thin and they eventually become extremely brittle and prone to cracks and breaks. Also, platinum rings are of high density, compared to titanium rings. For daily wear a wedding ring made out of titanium is a better option any day. It is a smart choice of couples these days to save money and buy a titanium ring with the added benefits of platinum. Titanium rings are available in various designs to suit the latest trends as well it comes in a combination of other precious metals to give an unique unconventional look to your ring.

About the Author
Terry Mickelson works with Titaniumworks. They manufacture high quality titanium rings for the jewelry retail industry and sell them wholesale. For more information about Titaniumworks visit http://www.titaniumworks.com/ .