Gold Wedding Rings

For weddings, nothing seems to beat the popularity of gold. Be it white or yellow gold, jewelry in this metal is definitely chic and elegant, while still offering a freedom from all that is traditional. A gold wedding ring is the perfect choice for a beautiful, durable ring that will look elegant both on your wedding day and 50 years down the road.

Your budget plays an important role in determining exactly what ring you buy, though personal preference is also crucial. If your fiancée prefers the elegance and sophistication of a gold wedding ring, maybe that is what you ought to buy.

Gold wedding rings come in 24, 18, 14, or 10 karats. A 24 karat ring is 100% gold or pure gold, while 18-karat rings contain 75% gold and 25% metal alloys. A 10-karat gold ring contains a little more than 41% gold.

Most jewelers recommend an 18k or 14k gold wedding ring, given that it will be worn regularly. A gold ring will develop scratches or nicks over time and the band may gradually become thinner as the gold wears away from constant wear. Repair and polish [Jewelry Repair] of gold wedding rings is possible to reinstate them to their old glory.