Unique Metals for Jewelry for Men

When it comes to traditional wedding bands, most men opt for a simple band fashioned in gold or possibly platinum. Alternative metals that were once only used for industrial applications are edging their way into the jeweler's domain. Metals such as tungsten and titanium are prized for their durability and silver hues.

The tungsten element was discovered in the late 18th century, and its name is Swedish for "heavy stone." It was originally used as the filament of light bulbs, and now, when it's alloyed with carbon -- tungsten carbide -- it's used to make drill bits. Silvery tungsten looks a lot like hematite, and is renowned for its high luster, hardness and resistance to corrosion, which also makes it ideal for jewelry, such as wedding rings that may be subjected to wear and tear. The drawback: tungsten is so hard --10 times harder than gold and four time harder than titanium -- that it can't be cut with conventional tools like other metals can. Special tools that can cut through tungsten rings are available at hospitals.

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