Black titanium ring
A ring to say, I love you. Engagement ring for your sweetheart. A Promise Me ring. A wedding band to commit yourself to a lifelong relationship with someone you love.
Whatever the occasion, a lot of people buy rings made of silver or gold or platinum, maybe with a gemstone at the center. Also popular today are rings made from titanium, especially black titanium. This article will give you information about this elegant piece of jewelry.
Historical Facts about Titanium
• The word ?titanium• has its roots in the mythical legends of the Greek ?Titans• who were supposed to be extremely strong.
• The discovery of titanium in its impure form is credited to William Gregor, a resident of England.
• It was christened ?manachite• but was renamed ?titanium by Martin Kloproth, a German resident.
• The pure form of titanium was created in the early 1900s by an American chemist, M.A.Hunter.
Interesting Facts about Titanium
• Due to its incredibly high strength to weight ratio, a good percentage of a space shuttle?s body comprises of titanium.
• Titanium also plays a major role in automotive parts, architectural designs, sports equipment (such as golf clubs), and many other fields.
• In the field of medicine, it is commonly used for internal sheaths and surgical implants.
Characteristics of Titanium
• Titanium is a ?strategic• metal that is silvery-gray in color.
• This element is considered to be as strong as steel.
• It is nevertheless lighter than steel and so is comfortable to wear.
• It puts up a brave front to corroding attacks thanks to its inert quality.
• It can easily be engraved.
• Since it does not react negatively to human skin, people allergic to other elements, such as silver, confidently wear titanium jewelry.
• Titanium does not tarnish easily, but can develop a small scratch if not taken care of properly.
Understanding Black Titanium
As mentioned earlier, titanium is slightly gray in color. This natural color is enhanced with a special alloy that dramatically changes it to a beautiful black color. Some people wrongly assume that this black color is merely a coat of paint that is brushed on to the surface of the original titanium. This is not so. It is actually the color that it receives during a careful treatment process. The special alloy that is used during this process is the patented trademark of Spectore Corporation and comes under the name of Black-Ti TM
Black Titanium Rings
• You can purchase a black titanium ring for a little over $60 to one that is priced at over $400.
• Many jewelers sell black titanium rings that are not really made of black titanium, but are similar in looks. The black surface tends to wear out over time and you can then see the natural gray color of titanium beneath this outer surface.
• Some jewelry experts warn against buying black titanium rings that are made of ?Aircraft Grade Titanium. This material, they state, is actually a result of combining various elements (such as tin and aluminum) in order to make it hard. The World Titanium Council, however, does not approve this material. This is because, in case of a hand injury, for example, the ring cannot be cut off. Secondly, a jeweler cannot refinish rings made from aircraft grade titanium. Yet, some jewelers praise the good quality of such rings and state that they can be cut off in case of an emergency. The debate continues• So you just need to choose wisely.
• When you purchase a black titanium ring, make sure you got the correct size! This is because the metal is strong and cannot be cut and reshaped. Hence, the first fit should be the final fit!
• The right fit is especially important for men?s rings, since black titanium rings are the preferred choice of men and you should be aware that a man?s ring tends to be wider than that of one for a lady.
• Buy a ring with a textured finish to avoid even the faint possibility of a scratch.
• For an additional nominal charge, many jewelers offer machine or hand engraving on your black titanium ring, on the inside of the band. Here, you have multiple choices of your own to make: just the date or initials, or a short inspirational quote, or a few meaningful words of a song, or even something funny.
Online Shopping Advice for Black Titanium Rings
?Before actually buying, look at sites that give reviews and provide comparison prices of black titanium rings.
• Check the creditworthiness of the company from whom you are going to buy the ring. Preferably, buy from a firm / store that provide complete information- mailing address and contact numbers of that address (not just a mobile number). Save this information for possible later need.
• As mentioned earlier, check that the size of the ring is the right one!
• Once you have applied to buy a black titanium ring, you are committed to purchase it. So it is better to confirm cancellation policies and any other rules. For example, if a gemstone set in the ring comes loose barely a few days after your purchase, can you have it replaced or returns the ring itself as a damaged piece. Check out all this before registering for a purchase.
• Since black titanium rings are long lasting, most jewelers will offer lifetime warranty. So confirm that you do get such a warranty and also which aspects are within the guarantee purview- the whole ring or only the gemstone, etc.
Taking Care of your Black Titanium Ring
Like any piece of jewelry, you must take good care of your black titanium ring. Jewelry experts advise that you keep it in its own individual ring box or pouch. Even though titanium is considered to be scratch-resistant, there is always a teeny-weeny possibility that it will get scratched. Why take the risk Prevention is better than cure! So avoid wearing your ring while washing utensils at the sink. Also, do not consider yourself as an expert at polishing the ring! It is always better to give it to a reputed jeweler for polishing. If you absolutely must polish it, do so with a soft polishing cloth. Avoid cleaning it with ultrasonic cleaners. Polishing it once a year will keep your black titanium ring as good as new!
So should you buy a black titanium ring definitely• Here?s why?
- A black titanium ring is a unique style of jewelry.
- A black titanium ring does not rest heavily on the finger, and hence is comfortable to wear.
- A black titanium ring can be worn during outdoor activities, even when having fun in water sport activities.
- A black titanium ring is a great setting for a gemstone AND the gemstone is not likely to fall off.
- A black titanium ring can be engraved and resized.
Just remember: It is up to YOU to check out the price, quality and other aspects of the ring before actual purchase
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