METALS
PLATINUM
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Platinum is known for it's strength and durability. It is the heaviest of all precious metals and weighs twice as much as gold. Being 95% pure, Platinum is hypoallergenic making it a great metal to use for people with sensitivities to other metals.
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Gold
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Gold is most commonly seen in a yellow or white color, but sometimes it is seen in a rose or green color. Gold is mixed with alloys such as copper, zinc, nickel, and silver to give it different strengths, colors, and durability. The purity of gold is measured in karats, which tells us how many parts out of 24 are gold. For example, 10 karat gold means that 10 out of 24 parts are gold and 14 out of 24 parts are alloy.
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STERLING SILVER
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Silver is in high abundance making it more affordable than platinum or gold. Sterling silver is made up of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. Even though sterling silver tarnishes, it holds a much higher polish than any other metal. Tarnish can be removed but overall silver requires much more maintenance than what the other metals require.
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TITANIUM
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Titanium is the hardest natural metal on Earth making it more scratch resistant than other metals. Being hypoallergenic and corrosion-resistant, Titanium is seven times as strong as platinum but is 1/3 the weight. Titanium is a great choice if you want a strong and durable band.
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STAINLESS STEEL
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Stainless steel is stronger than any other alloy. It is a great affordable metal to use that will hold up during normal wear. It is also hypoallergenic and will not rust or tarnish.
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