Gold is a traditional classic and very popular. As a precious metal, gold maintains its value, and generally increases in value over the years, making it a smart investment. Gold jewelry is available in three colors: white, rose, and yellow as well as three karats: 10K, 14K and 18K. Gold is a soft and malleable metal, so it can be resized. However, it’s malleability also means that it’s less durable than some of the other metals and will show scratches over time. Gold is not hypo-allergenic, so it is not recommended for those with sensitive skin. Gold is lighter than both tungsten and platinum, but still has a nice weight and is considered very comfortable to wear.

Platinum is a rare metal and holds a level of prestige. Similar to gold, Platinum is also a precious metal and maintains its value over the years. It also is soft and prone to scratching. Over time, Platinum rings will develop a patina finish giving them a vintage, lived-in look that is desired by many. Unlike gold however, Platinum rings are 100% hypoallergenic and highly recommended for those with metal allergies or sensitive skin. Platinum is a dense metal and therefore has a nice weight to it. It also a natural silvery grey color that will not change or alter over time. When it come to prongs for engagement rings, Platinum is always recommended due to it's strength.

Tungsten bands are very popular as they are less expensive than gold and extremely scratch resistant. Tungsten is available in a variety of colors, but its natural and most durable color is a cool grey. At four times as hard as titanium, tungsten is very dense and much heavier when compared to the other metals. Tungsten cannot be resized so you really want to be sure you have the perfect fit. Some things to keep into consideration is that Tungsten is prone to cracking if dropped on a hard floor and it conducts both heat and electricity. Additionally, for colored tungsten such as black and rose, the surface plating can scratch and show the natural silver color underneath.