Men's Gold Wedding BandsMen's gold wedding bands are among the most popular choices of wedding rings for men, but only specific types of gold wedding rings will hold up to daily wear. The best types of men's gold wedding rings are 18K and 14K rings – any lower karat, such as 10 karat, does not wear well with time. To find out more about gold wedding bands for men including durability, styles, considerations and shopping tips, check out the helpful info below. 18K and 14K Men's Gold Wedding Rings Men's gold wedding rings are available in yellow, white and rose gold. Bands made with 18K gold are created with alloys which include 75% gold by weight and copper, silver, zinc and sometimes palladium. Bands made with 14K gold are made with alloys which include 58.3% gold by weight and copper, silver, zinc and sometimes nickel. How do these bands compare in terms of durability? From the tables below, you can see the Vicker’s Hardness rating (HV) – a measurement of resistance to scratching - which compares popular metal alloys for 18K and 14K gold bands.
Bands made with 14K gold often have a lower resistance to scratching, and 18K gold bands will usually wear better over a lifetime of daily wear. This is because 14K gold is actually more brittle than 18K gold. An 18K gold wedding ring will also withstand bends, dings and any other damages much better than a 14K gold ring. While both the 14K and 18K men's gold wedding rings are appropriate for daily wear, these slight considerations may help you to choose which band is best. Men's White Gold Wedding Bands Men's white gold wedding bands – 18K or 14K bands – are always plated with rhodium. The rhodium plate is what gives white gold rings their brilliant reflective and white shine. Eventually the rhodium plate will wear away, and the band will lose its bright white color. Rhodium plated wedding rings will generally need an additional rhodium plating every one to two years. Men's white gold wedding bands may also include nickel. If you are allergic to nickel, when the rhodium plate wears away an allergic reaction could occur. Many top wedding ring retailers are now phasing nickel out of gold wedding bands because of this concern – but if you have an allergy to nickel, or you have sensitive skin, it’s a good idea to check if the band includes nickel before you buy. Popular Styles of Men's Gold Wedding Bands The most popular styles of men's gold wedding rings include milgrain bands, hammered bands, men's diamond gold wedding bands and flat gold wedding bands. All of these styles are comfortable to wear on a daily basis. Comfortable unique men's gold wedding band styles include Celtic bands, gemstone rings and designer wedding bands made with one-of-a-kind styles. Alternatives to Men's Gold Wedding Rings While gold has been a top metal choice for wedding bands, newer metals have recently come onto the market. These newer metals – tungsten, titanium and stainless steel - are much more durable, and often more affordable, than gold wedding bands. For men who need a super durable wedding band due to their job or career, it may be better to choose a wedding band made out of these extra strong metals. Shopping Tips and Precautions Unfortunately, there are a ton of cheap gold wedding rings out there. These rings are often made with substandard workmanship and the metal alloys they are created with include cheaper metals – like nickel – plus they are often made with dirty gold. To make sure that your ring is made with quality workmanship, environmentally conscious ethics and superior metal alloys, always shop with a reputable wedding ring retailer who specializes in men's gold wedding bands. For couples on a budget it may be tempting to purchase cheaper 10K gold wedding rings, but these types of rings will not last. Instead, forgo gold and stick with more affordable – and more durable – rings like stainless steel, tungsten or titanium bands.
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