If you choose a black zirconia or titanium ring from GETi, you can be sure that the ring has been handcrafted according to your needs and quality tested in more than 5 stages of production before final inspection. Before shipping, as if instead of just being ripped off the shelf and shipped.

Zirconium is one of the best materials used for making black metal rings. Zirconium may be thought of as a dark version of titanium because the two share many properties. These include their durability, scratch resistance, and heatproof character. However, zirconium is the weaker of the two.

Black zirconia rings, as well as titanium and steel rings, can be cut with a finger if required by medical personnel. The reason for this is that these rings are made from a single piece of titanium, which cannot be cast like metal. The inability to melt the metal makes it very difficult to reduce the size of the ring as the sections need to be cut.

Since the surface of black zirconium is very hard (usually around 8 on the MOHS scale or the hardness of sapphire and ruby), if the ring comes in contact with softer materials such as precious metals, the softer metal will transfer to the surface of black zirconia.

The ring undergoes a period of heat treatment at a very high temperature, and a chemical reaction occurs on the surface of the zirconium. When zirconium is heated and oxidized by the jewelry manufacturer, it forms a black outer coating that is harder and stronger than untreated zirconium.

However, in an emergency, the ring can be cut open, so there is nothing to worry about. Also, like titanium, cobalt rings need to be cut in two places, not one, because they cannot be bent with your finger after cutting, like precious metal rings.

However, like titanium and other alternative metals, a zirconium ring is much more difficult to cut than a precious metal ring, and two cuts are required as the material is very difficult to bend. Again, like other alternative metals, zirconia rings cannot be measured in size, so you should make sure that you can change your ring to a different size in the future (as you can at Arden Jewelers).

An Introduction to Zirconium

Commonly found in South Africa and Australia, zirconia is a silvery gray. Zirconium is originally a grayish-white metal very similar to titanium: it is relatively lightweight, skin-friendly (nickel-free) and is mainly used in nuclear reactors due to its high resistance to heat and corrosion. After extraction, it is heat treated and oxidized, resulting in a glossy black coating on the outside. Its black color does not fade, does not tarnish or change color, it is harder and thinner than raw zirconium.

Zirconium is light gray in its pure form, but it can be oxidized to make it black and more elegant.

Zirconium is non-toxic, so much so that it is often used for fillings and other dental operations, so it is an excellent metal for people with allergies or sensitive skin. Zirconia is a good choice for an engagement ring if you want something a little more modern and different.

On the contrary, the black color of heat-treated zirconium does not tarnish, tarnish or change color – it remains stable. This is one of the main advantages of zirconium, as most metals can only get so black as a result of plating or antiques that it tends to fade over time.

The beautiful zirconia, after black processing, presents a long-lasting colorless black, which is very rare in the jewelry industry. Black and dark gray, including zirconia, are very popular today because black has become the new gold for wedding rings. Black zirconia is a new type of metal used in men’s wedding rings. It has attracted more and more attention due to its exquisite and simple design and as a substitute for gold and black two-tone rings.

With a black layer of zirconium, a two-tone design can be created. It pairs well with gold and other materials, creating a very creative look. Whether you’re looking for an alternative to platinum, titanium or tungsten, a black zirconia ring offers the same durability in an elegant and incredibly unique piece of jewelry. The black layer on black zirconia is durable and non-scratch, although it should be treated like any precious piece of jewelry and is not ideal for difficult environments or activities.

The Recommendation of Black Zirconia

Although there are black titanium and black tungsten on the market, for buyers looking for a black strap, Avant-Garde only recommends black zirconia rings. If the zirconia ring has a carved or milled design, it can be two-tone silver and black, or completely black.

These rings aren’t as durable as, say, tungsten or metal wedding bands, but they’ll work great for you bro. These rings are crack resistant and can certainly withstand everyday wear and tear, be it a beer mug or an ax handle. They have a number of additional properties that are not typical for more classic ring materials

To understand this new material that is now popular in the jewelry industry, it is necessary to mention titanium. Compared with other metals, zirconium is very close to titanium.

Like many modern jewelry materials that have emerged as alternatives to traditional metals, zirconium is superior in many ways. Due to the reasonable price, zirconia rings do not have the prestigious brand of some precious metals. This means that zirconia engagement rings come in a wide variety of designs when compared to other alternative metals.

Zirconia Has Uses in Other Projects as Well

In addition, Avant Garde also offers exquisite titanium or tungsten rings inlaid with black zirconia ceramics. The Spexton Black Zirconium ring is black and has the same weight as titanium and much lighter than tungsten.

The shift in choice towards a variety of materials, designs and colors leads to the emergence of shades of black and gray as the new gold for men’s engagement rings. It has been noticed that a larger percentage of men ask for a black wedding ring instead of looking for other precious metals. The weight of the tungsten ring makes it an ideal choice for customers who prefer to feel the weight of their rings, while the light weight of black cubic zirconia attracts other customers looking for the opposite quality.