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Who Choose Platinum Wedding Rings?
Platinum wedding rings are growing in popularity and are taking over from the more traditional gold wedding band for many reasons. This stunning choice of metal is durable, distinctive and elegant and you will find an excellent choice of wedding rings for both men and women.
Why choose platinum?
If gold wedding rings have been the main choice for so many generations why should you change to platinum now? This metal is a rarer choice than gold being mined mainly in South Africa and Russia; gold on the other hand is found in many areas. The rarity of platinum makes it a desirable choice for many and it can symbolise to many that rare relationship of two people who are deeply bonded and in love. If you like to have unique and distinct things then again platinum is a good choice.
Durability
Platinum is not only exclusive, it also has a great durability that gold does not possess. This is true of both white and yellow gold as well as many other metals available. However platinum can still scratch and it is essential to care for platinum wedding rings carefully and to remove them whenever there is an opportunity for damage to occur – for example if you are cleaning the house, working in the garden or doing sport. When it comes to tarnishing, however, platinum is superior and is therefore well suited to men’s wedding rings as there is less need to carry out excessive maintenance and care.
At Marlows we have a great selection of wedding rings in a range of metals and designs.
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