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Who Wears Men’s Engagement Rings ?
Men’s engagement bands in the UK and the US are a relatively new concept, although in Germany, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Norway it has been a tradition for a man to receive an engagement ring. Nowadays it may double as the ring used during the wedding ceremony, but if not, should a second ring be offered as the wedding band, then the engagement ring is moved from the left hand to the right, not worn together as a set on one hand. Another beautiful tradition is that, in Sweden, a woman will receive three rings: the engagement ring, the wedding band and a third which represents motherhood.
Betrothal and engagement jewelry for men is not only a Nordic custom, although male versions of engagement jewelry are less common outside Scandinavian countries, some women in Spain will give a piece of jewelry to their betrothed after receiving their diamond ring. In the past, the most common item for a lady to give her Señor was a stainless steel bracelet or a watch with an inscription.
However, it’s becoming a trend in the UK and the US for modern couples to give each other a ring to seal their promise of marriage, but since it’s not traditional, the question arises: what kind of ring to give a man? There are two replies to this. One is to give a ring that will then be used as the wedding band, therefore it may have a diamond or may match the ladies wedding set. The second option is to give a ring that is unique and can later be worn as a mens right hand ring. In either case, it has become popular to choose titanium or stainless steel as the metal instead of silver or gold.
Titanium Rings For Men
In the UK, one source for buying the men engagement ring styles that are becoming popular is H. Samuel. Why? Because they have collections specifically catering to this recent trend. One collection is the Tioro titanium ring series that is crafted with male engagement in mind, but offers some unusual choices that are contemporary yet elegant and very affordable. The top Tioro men’s diamond engagement ring costs only £99 and is a solid titanium band that features two grooves with black accents and a small central diamond. It’s very tasteful and masculine yet can easily be matched with a ladies titanium band. It can double as a wedding ring or be used in the Scandinavian way: on the left ring finger, then transferred to the right hand.
The same basic design is available with a unique twist. Where the above item has grooves in black, another version uses anodized titanium to give a rich blue hue to the double channels. Anodizing, by the way, is the process by which white titanium is altered at a molecular level to produce vivid colors, often yellow, blue, green and even purple (amongst others) and is not an inlay or enamel that scratches off easily. If properly done, anodized titanium will alter the color of the metal about half-way through the ring and therefore be very durable. In the case of the Tioro diamond design, the blue is a subtle accent within a groove, and therefore not very pronounced, but there are other styles that offer much more color. Let’s have a look at these options for colored titanium mens engagement rings also by Tioro.
- not much different than the two above, however the blue grooves are wider and therefore the blue anodized titanium grooves are more pronounced. Also the small diamond in the center is not surrounded by blue but left on a solid white background that accents the brilliance of the translucent gem much better. It’s still the same price, just £99, and is available through H. Samuel The Jeweller.
- rounded and smooth instead of flat or square, are the engagement rings for mens fingers that offer a more classic shape, but still have a contemporary edge – two blue grooves, and a central diamond. Still an affordable choice that’s elegant and can be switched to the right hand after the wedding. Matching ladies styles are also available should you wish to create matching His and Hers sets.
- also from the Tioro mens engagement rings collections, is this blend of titanium and stainless steel, featuring double anodized grooves but more diamonds: three clear gems surrounded by blue. This is a slightly more expensive version which costs about £119.
- perhaps the most unusual, and a touch more dramatic, is the colorful men engagement ring creation by Tioro that is very, very blue. Anodizing has been used to alter the concave area of the central band, leaving only the rounded outer rim in the pure white metal. The diamond accent is set with a circle of white titanium amidst a sea of blue. This item is also priced very reasonably at just £109.
If your beginning to wonder if all cheap mens engagement rings are accented with blue, then rest at ease, because there are zillions of other colors to choose from. For example, some couples who have been shopping for mens GOLD engagement rings, finding them expensive, have opted to go with titanium that has yellow accenting. One of these items is a very elegant design, made by Tioro, and affordable at just under £100. What’s unique in that this item has two grooves that appear to be gold plated or inlaid with yellow gold but are anodized titanium in a rich golden yellow tone instead.
There are more dramatic yellow titanium pieces that look like vibrant yellow gold and are even more affordable, not in the Tioro line, but still in the H. Samuel collections, for just under £80. One example is the design that features a masculine motif, a tribal design, yet is still suitable for an engagement ring that can later be passed to the right hand and worn as regular jewelry. It’s unusual with the dual tones of metal, yet not too casual. Depending on what bridal set has been chosen for the lady, this may be a wedding band for him, or may be purchased in a smaller size for her. It’s available in a two-tone spinner ring design that has two different shades of titanium but no color. For a subtle choice, the one that is not anodized with yellow or blue will be a more classic option.
There are delicate choices that have just a hint of yellow but could easily be affordable alternatives to buying mens gold engagement rings because they cost only about £80 yet look very chic. Although the motif is considered tribal it’s very light and subtle with a soft yellow golden tone mixed with the white titanium around the band and a highly polished rounded edge.
Naturally there are many other colors to choose from, not just yellow or blue, however one of the most popular and masculine choices for engagement jewelry for men are the black ring designs that are mostly crafted from tungsten and titanium. Let’s take a look at the top designs in the engagement collections and see how much they costs and compare to other metals and styles.
Mens Black Engagement Rings
Although the famous black titanium cable rings are masterfully crafted and many men love the idea of a cable running through a piece of aero grade titanium on their finger, however, for engagement purposes the settings may be more appropriate done in a less casual or less industrial styles, with softer motifs, a bit of diamond as an accent, perhaps even a diamond-polished titanium band that has high luster. Perhaps some couples will want a symbol that’s religious, a cross or an icon-like insignia with some personal or Christian meaning that they both share. Encompassing all these features is a gorgeous piece of jewelry for a man – a black titanium diamond engagement ring that has a central cross motif created with seven small diamonds. The overall effect is elegant, geometric, contemporary and masculine, yet appropriate as wedding engagement rings for him, or as sets for him and her. What’s great is that this design costs just under £90. Even a set of two is affordable.
Another sleek, modern black titanium ring design that’s very affordable is the titanium twin groove ring that’s two-tone black and white metal, less formal than some, but appropriate as a funky wedding band for a contemporary couple. It costs just under £70 so it’s a viable option for those on a tight budget.
Ultra cheap mens engagement rings in titanium usually will not be black or have diamonds, which is why the 6mm titanium ring with diamonds sold through H. Samuel is a real find. It costs only £45, yet features a richly polished black titanium band with double grooves and a series of tiny diamonds strategically placed along the band and set in small squares of white titanium to enhance the gem’s sparkle. Although the diamonds are subtle, the overall effect is elegance, not easily found in such inexpensive designs.
Why Not To Choose Mens Silver Engagement Rings
Couples who decide to go with silver as the metal for their wedding bands or engagement rings often do so because silver is the most affordable metal. However, as we’ve seen, titanium designs are not expensive and offer a greater degree of style and color flexibility as well as durability. Although there are mens engagement ring designs crafted in silver with gold accents and diamonds or CZ gems, and there are enamel inlays and lots of etchings and carved or engraved motifs in silver, when it comes to price versus quality, silver is the inferior choice. Why?
There are several reasons why a man should not choose to wear silver as an everyday jewelry item. First, silver will tarnish, scratch and dent. It’s known to cause allergic reactions, will often change color when subjected to chlorine or other chemicals, and even everyday normal type cleaners may cause discoloration or damage the silver. Therefore, especially for men who are active in sports, who work with their hands or have jobs where their jewelry may come into contact with any form of chemical compounds, including some hand cleaners, silver is not the best choice because it will not stand up to the test of time. Titanium, even anodized black and colored styles, when crafted properly, usually come with lifetime warranties against breaking, scratching and being ruined in most obvious ways. Simply put, spending between £50 and £100 for a silver ring versus the same expenditure for a titanium one may represent no economic difference but may mean that in 5 years time, should you choose the titanium one, the ring will still look like the day it was put on your finger, versus the silver one that may be almost unwearable.
Classic designs that are equal to the silver ring choices are abundant, and you needn’t spend very much extra. There are titanium bands for as little as £39 to £49 that look better than the equivalent silver ones. Whether you want a brushed finish or a smooth, round, polished band that’s simple and classic, your best choice will unquestionably be titanium.
Some pieces, in fact, are so smooth and well polished and white that they mimic the look of platinum, one of the most expensive wedding and engagement ring choices a man can get. The fact of the matter is that titanium is considered the best possible metal for jewelry, for durability, strength, design, and even for being hypoallergenic. It’s a metal that will not dent or scratch and will not become worn and ugly even after years of wear. Naturally, the more expensive the item, the better the finish, and therefore the longer it will last, but even the cheap mens black engagement rings will last – so long as you ensure that the anodized area has been done to about half way through the thickness of the band. Alternatively there are designs that blend titanium with silver to get a two-tone effect, and while these items are not solid titanium, the durability of these pieces will be better than a solid sterling silver one. Price difference is not much. A silver and titanium blend is about £70 or £80 the same as one in a solid metal, the only real difference is the dual color. However similar looks can be achieved with stainless steel and titanium blends.
For more detailed information on specific styles of titanium rings for men and women, please view related topics such as: Unique Titanium Rings from the Edward Mirell collections; and Ladies Titanium Ring Options through the titanium Workshop and Titanium Era, as well as where to shop for the top wedding bands, women’s rings with gemstones and even Christian rings. If you’d also like to compare with Silver Rings, we offer some information on prices, styles and where to shop. Regarding Gold Rings, we also have suggestions for unique styles for both men and women and also show where to get the best deals should you wish to buy online. Oh, and just in case you’re a Spanish lady looking to buy an engagement watch for your man, we also offer suggestions for where to get the top men’s Titanium Watches.
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