While men’s wedding rings come in a multitude of shapes and sizes, equal to that of women’s wedding rings, most men are under the impression that their wedding ring will be a simple band of single metal. This could not be further from the truth! One recent development in men’s wedding ring design is what is commonly referred to as the Two Tone Wedding Band. Two Tone Wedding Bands for men come in innumerable designs and are sure to match the tastes of almost every wedding ring buyer. A Two Tone Gold Wedding Band offers an unconventional stylish but elegant update to the classic simple band most men associate with wedding rings.
The majority of two tone wedding bands for men focus on wider bands comprised of either multiple metals or custom finishes applied to a single metal. An example of the first would be a large platinum base band that has had some alternate metal, such as gold, wrapped around the platinum band. Such a design usually incorporates the golden band as being centered on the ring and leaving exposed platinum toward the outer edges. A mens two tone wedding band with a custom finish is often created from using a base band created an alternate metal, particularly titanium or tungsten, which has then been over a portion of the ring finished in such a way as to create multiple colorings or tones. For the most part, both of these mens wedding ring types do not incorporate diamonds or other gemstones. Not to say that such design features cannot be included in a two tone wedding band.
Other two tone wedding bands do not take such a direct approach. One might say that they are more artful in their design. Jewelry embellishment techniques such as engraving, coupled with metal inlays or electroplating, offer unique ways to build upon the theme of a two tone gold wedding band. Using multiple bands to design a single ring is also an effective way to create a two tone wedding ring. For example, an individual could order a golden wedding band which has been engraved with an inscription or perhaps some type of knotwork design. A jeweler could then inlay platinum or some other type metal to create a two tone wedding band effect across the piece. The ability to electric light and alternate metal onto a wedding ring to create a two tone gold wedding band is also one option, but electroplating isn’t advisable for anyone who believes their wedding ring may receive a lot of daily wear and tear. One simple scratch is all it takes to ruin what was otherwise an extremely aesthetically pleasing piece. Another way to create two tone wedding bands, or any number of colors in rings, is to create a single wedding ring comprised of multiple bands. Each band could consist of a different metal set artfully next to each other to create a multi-toned appearance. Such two tone mens wedding rings, though not necessarily easy to purchase from your average mom-and-pop jewelry store, are readily available at both designer and Internet boutiques.
So if you been thinking about updating your wedding ring, or perhaps you’re shopping for your wedding ring set, a two tone wedding ring is a design option worthy of exploration.