Titanium Bracelets: Strong Statements at a Lightweight Price

Titanium has joined white gold, yellow gold, silver, and platinum as a fine jewelry metal. A growing force in jewelry fashion, titanium bracelets announce your style with a dignified flash that matches your custom-made character.

Beauty from strength is the motto of versatile titanium that has been relied upon by the aerospace industry for decades. Nearly as strong as steel, titanium is 45% lighter than steel and very resistant to corrosion. Irreplaceable in the construction of airplanes, boat propellers, satellites, and spacecraft, the strength of titanium also adapts beautifully to the delicate art of jewelry making. Even the small crafted links and clasps of titanium bracelets outshine other metals for durability. Titanium resists corrosive sea water particularly well, and titanium bracelets make the ideal accessory for a surfer or diver. Imagine entering the elemental ocean along with the silvery lightweight metal that propels ocean vessels.

History of Titanium

Titanium takes its name from the titans of Greek mythology, who were giants that sought to rule heaven but were defeated by Zeus – a telling allusion for a metal that now orbits the Earth. In the 1795 when German chemist M.H. Klaproth gave titanium its name, the applications of titanium to industry and art were yet to be developed.

Until 1910, titanium had resisted being refined from ore into its pure state. Matthew Hunter succeeded in extracting titanium at this time, but titanium remained an experimental substance for 36 more years. It was in 1946 when William Kroll developed a process that could produce titanium on an industrial scale. The durability and lightness of titanium was latched onto eagerly for constructing airplanes and space equipment. Titanium also has a biologically compatible quality that has made it suitable for the construction of surgical tools and joint replacement parts.

In the late 1960s and early 1970s artisans began to experiment with titanium that had become much more widely available. The gray metal with its calm hint of silver color allowed jewelry artists to marry the treasured and delicate traditions of jewelry making with the refined materials of a modern age.

Titanium Bracelets – An Intriguing Alternative

Wearers of titanium bracelets are drawn to choose titanium bracelets for many reasons. Along with style there is durability. By their nature, bracelets encounter the world as closely as you do. Hanging from your wrist, the titanium bracelet can endure the scuffing, banging, and snagging that can break bracelets made from softer metals. Titanium bracelets are much more likely to withstand snagging on a cabinet knob or gate latch. If you\'ve lost bracelets before to wear and tear and thought you had to give them up, consider a titanium bracelet as a durable alternative that still delivers fashionable pleasure.

A delightful lightness adds to the appeal of titanium bracelets. Although much stronger than gold, silver, or platinum, titanium is lightweight like aluminum except prettier and far more resistant to scratching and breaking. With titanium jewelry you can more freely consider selecting the bolder look of a thicker titanium bracelet style and not have to worry about it feeling heavy against your wrist.

Strong and lightweight, titanium bracelets promise to show off your unique and discerning taste. Gold and silver jewelry is widely available and everybody has it, but a titanium bracelet will dance for attention on your wrist. Your titanium bracelet will be a natural conversation piece and observers will want to know what it is and where you got it. A little positive attention never hurt anyone, and you\'ll enjoy displaying your style with a trendy and unique material that cannot be found in every shop window.

Styles of Titanium Bracelets

The versatility of titanium as a jewelry medium allows it to be worked into a variety of styles from sleek to bold. Dual-tone texturing of the links of titanium bracelets is one creative technique that adds depth to the design. Titanium alloys that are blended with either gold or platinum provide a choice in color tones and gemstones greatly enhance titanium bracelets if that is the look you desire.

Styles have been designed for men and women, and lightweight titanium lends itself marvelously to the thick and rugged designs for men. There is the strong straight lined design of “The Iron Cross” or the more subtle straight lined style of “The Vernani.” Smooth flowing organic designs are available as well, such as the graceful “Decussata” for women.

Price Range of Titanium Bracelets

Titanium bracelets deliver classy impact and value. Basic titanium link bracelets generally range in price from $100 to $200. Higher value pieces that include gold or platinum alloys or gemstones will reflect that cost of materials. More meticulous metal working, such as adding splendid titanium blue detail with electric anodizing baths, will also upgrade the value of titanium bracelets.

Browse the selection of styles and select the design that fits into your scheme for jewelry expression. You will be pleased with the unique and striking beauty of your new titanium bracelet every time you wear it.

Copyright © 2005 - 2011 Titanium Rings Studio, Eric Pless

Eric Pless founded Titanium Rings Studio in 1998 after mastering his craft with 11 years of experience working with titanium and silver. His artistic passion has always been with metalworking, which he studied enthusiastically even in high school shop classes. His successful artisan business, Titanium Rings Studio, crafts fine quality handmade titanium rings. Full lines of stunning wedding rings, engagement rings, Celtic rings, tension rings, friendship rings, and titanium bracelets are available.

Sources:

http://www.mii.org/aboutmii.php ( http://www.mii.org/aboutmii.php )

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanium

and TiRings.com