Wedding Planning and Accessories

Comparing two very affordable metals - titanium vs. Argentium Sterling Silver.

 

With today’s economic struggles, there are many brides and grooms (especially the grooms) looking for more affordable wedding bands and wedding rings. Many are looking past palladium at even lower price points that many alternative metals have now created. But there’s many materials that can be considered - ceramic, stainless steel, surgical steel, Scott Kay’s Cobalt rings, titanium, tungsten, and the list goes on and on. However, a query on UK Google has caught my eye. An individual typed in “Argentium vs. titanium.” Interesting!

 

With Argentium Sterling Silver becoming more and more visible, and the fact that titanium is more popular than ever, here is an article comparing the two metals which was inspired by the previously mentioned UK Google query. Argentium Sterling Silver is affordable and easy to care for, while titanium has a hard surface but can't be sized. It's an interesting comparison - especially if you are looking for something affordable.

Read all of Argentium vs. titanium - the benefits of two metals.

New Argentium Sterling Silver bracelets featured on "With This Ring" bridal blog.

Here's what's hot off the presses! Well - the Internet! With This Ring, a leading influential bridal blog, featured Novell’s latest creation – bangle bracelets specially manufactured with Argentium Sterling Silver.

“One of our fabulous sponsors, Novell, launched a new line of bridal bracelets this week that are truly unique. The bracelets are made of Argentium silver, which is a 'green' metal and friendly to the environment. There are several different styles to choose from – one for every bridesmaid!”

The cool thing is that it seems that "the word" is getting out about Argentium Sterling Silver. I really do believe that it is a step up from ordinary sterling silver, and is a better bang for your wedding buck if you are looking for affordable wedding bands or jewelry.

My Bridal Party bangle bracelets - silver bangle bracelets with a twist!

Novell Design Studio, an American wedding band manufacturer that specializes in customizing its wedding bands, has journeyed into the world of fashion jewelry. At this year’s JCK Show in Las Vegas, Novell will unveil its new My Bridal Party bangle bracelets. Fashioned with Argentium Sterling Silver and 14kt gold accents, My Bridal Party bangle bracelets do not easily tarnish and smudges can simply be removed with a soft dry cloth. Finally – jewelry that’s easy to take care of!

My Bridal Party bangle bracelets are a perfect gift from the bride to the bridesmaids and other family members so that everyone will remember the most special day of all – a perfect wedding day. My Bridal Party bangle bracelets can also appropriate for almost any gift giving occasion as well. Novell will also create larger and baby sizes as a special order by request. This may take a few days, but you will certainly get what you want. THAT is the beauty of Novell!

Until recently, I had never seen much of Argentium Sterling Silver being used for jewelry making. Argentium Sterling Silver is a step up from most of the Sterling Silver that’s on the market today. Here are some of the metal’s benefits (from Novell’s website):

• Argentium Sterling Silver stays brilliant and beautiful for years.
• Argentium Sterling Silver is a naturally hard metal, which lends itself to greater strength than regular Sterling Silver. It is durable and can be considered problem-free by most standards.
• Argentium Sterling Silver is highly tarnish resistant – so its shine is long lasting. There is no need for additional professional polishing or excessive care. Warm water and a mild detergent are all that are required to maintain its appearance.
• It is a “green” metal – friendly to the environment. Chemicals are not required to correct potential fire scale (or fire stain) damage which sometimes occurs when metals are heated during the manufacturing process.

So it’s durable, affordable, simple to clean, and can be considered “green?” Sign me up!

Should I choose Argentium Sterling Silver for my wedding band?

Have you recently been considering an alternative metal for your wedding band purchase? If so keep in mind that there is a new – well NEWER – metal on the market that makes great wedding bands. It’s Argentium Sterling Silver, and unlike titanium, tungsten, stainless steel or ceramic, Argentium Sterling Silver is also a precious metal. After all, shouldn’t your wedding band be created from a precious metal? I certainly think so.

For the past few years, American wedding band manufacturer Novell Design Studio has been searching for a better choice over the typical non-precious materials that are being using for some wedding bands today. And for Novell, Argentium Sterling Silver seems to be the answer. Not only are wedding bands fashioned with this metal reasonably priced, but Argentium Sterling Silver also has other benefits which make it a stronger selection over tungsten, titanium steel and most of the others. These benefits are:

• Argentium Sterling Silver stays brilliant and beautiful for years.
• Argentium Sterling Silver is a naturally hard metal, which lends itself to greater strength than regular sterling silver. It is durable and can be considered problem-free by most standards.
• Argentium Sterling Silver is highly tarnish resistant – so its shine is long lasting. There is no need for additional professional polishing or excessive care. Warm water and a mild detergent are all that are required to maintain its appearance. Smudges can easily be removed by using a soft dry cloth only.
• It is a “green” metal – friendly to the environment. Chemicals are not required to correct potential fire scale (or fire stain) damage which sometimes occurs when metals are heated during the manufacturing process.

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