Choosing a wedding band is a serious thing that needs both spouses’ contributions. You could both decide to get different unique bands that suit your tastes and preferences. On the other hand, you could choose to go for complementary couple rings with a design of your choosing. Once you do that, you need to choose the metal you want your rings to be made of. You have a choice between gold, silver, platinum and even tungsten. If you choose to go with the more traditional choice of gold, you need to keep a few things in mind when shopping. This will help you get the brushed gold rings of your dreams. Some of these things include:

1.Type of gold

There are different types of gold including yellow gold, rose gold and white gold. It all depend on the look that you are going for. Yellow gold is the easiest to maintain, most hypoallergenic and is the purest color. It is also the more traditional choice. It needs to be polished regularly so as to maintain its beauty and shine. Rose gold is the most durable and more affordable than the others. However, it is not hypoallergenic. On the other hand, white gold bands are quite durable and scratch-resistant. They give you the aesthetic of a platinum ring at a cheaper price.

2.Purity

The purity of brushed gold rings influences how much the gold can withstand a harsh environment. This means that gold with a higher purity is softer and cannot withstand much roughness. The purity of gold often ranges from 14 karats to 24 karats. The latter is the purest form while the former has been mixed with other metals to make it stronger. If you want a durable ring, you can choose any from 14 karats to 18 karats. The former is more affordable and stronger but the color of your ring may fade gradually. However the latter is slightly more expensive but maintains the gorgeous yellow color for a long time. It is also quite strong.

3.Customization

When choosing a gold wedding band, you also need to decide if you want a plain band or you want it customized. There are a variety of designs and it is up to you to decide which one suits you best. Eternity bands have diamonds encrusted onto the entire length of the ring. Some jewelers also allow you to choose a design for your white gold bands which can be made for you from scratch.