Meteorite Engagement Rings: Pros and Cons
Meteorite Engagement Rings: Pros and Cons
Are you trying to decide on the perfect engagement ring? If so, odds are that you're feeling the pressure and anxiety most people face during this time.
You're making a big commitment to that special person and you want to immortalize the moment with the right ring. You've done some research, maybe gone into a jewelry store, and you've realized how many variables there are. It can feel overwhelming - so how do you make the big decision?
Well, we can't give you the answer - it will always be unique to you - but we can help give you a little guidance.
In this post, we'll get into the ins and outs of meteorite engagement rings, a great option for making that unforgettable moment even more special. If you're curious about meteorite engagement rings, read on!
What is Meteorite?
Meteorites are essentially rocks from outer space that have landed on the Earth. When a piece of a larger celestial body, like a planet or asteroid, is broken off during an impact, it sometimes finds its way to Earth. When these rocks encounter the Earth's atmosphere, they create the phenomenon known as a shooting star. If the piece survives the intense heat created as it passes through the atmosphere, it lands on Earth.
Meteorites can be composed of all different sorts of material and even individual meteorites aren't uniform. As meteorites are heated as they pass through the atmosphere, crystalline patterns form depending on what type of metal or stone is in the rock. This is one of the things that makes meteorite jewelry so appealing - every piece is completely unique and literally out of this world!
Meteorites are essentially rocks from outer space that have landed on the Earth. When a piece of a larger celestial body, like a planet or asteroid, is broken off during an impact, it sometimes finds its way to Earth. When these rocks encounter the Earth's atmosphere, they create the phenomenon known as a shooting star. If the piece survives the intense heat created as it passes through the atmosphere, it lands on Earth.
Meteorites can be composed of all different sorts of material and even individual meteorites aren't uniform. As meteorites are heated as they pass through the atmosphere, crystalline patterns form depending on what type of metal or stone is in the rock. This is one of the things that makes meteorite jewelry so appealing - every piece is completely unique and literally out of this world!
Pros and Cons of Meteorite Jewelry
As with any jewelry material, meteorite has strengths and weaknesses. Here are the basics:
Pros
- Unique | Every individual piece of meteorite jewelry will be as distinct as your fingerprints.
- Versatile | The look of meteorite is stately by itself but it also pairs well with other metals and materials. A pure meteorite ring has a chic and classy look, while a meteorite ring with a rose gold liner or a ring with a meteorite inlay creates an eye-catching contrast.
- Stylish | Meteorite has gained popularity because of its appeal to a modern sense of style.
- Reasonably-priced | For a material that is rarer than platinum, meteorite jewelry has a surprisingly modest price tag.
- Durability | Primarily composed of iron and nickel, meteorite material is quite strong.
Cons
- Oxidation | Because meteorite contains a high amount of iron, it is prone to rusting without proper care.
- Maintenance | Due to the rust factor, meteorite material isn't something to wear unmindfully. You must avoid it getting and staying too wet and take care of it if rust begins to show.
Choosing a Meteorite Engagement Ring
When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, there's a lot to consider. What shape do you want? What type of stone or setting do you choose? How do you figure out what size you need?
Meteorite as an engagement ring or a wedding band material is a big statement - it's an actual piece of a shooting star. Whether your partner is interested in astronomy or not, getting her a ring made of a rare material from outer space is sure to make her feel special.
Meteorite is versatile - it can be made into wide or narrow bands, used as a base or an inlay, or even featured as a stone. This gives you a lot of options if you decide to use it as your engagement or wedding ring.
Most meteorite used for jewelry is called Gibeon meteorite. This is metal that comes from a meteorite cluster found primarily around the town of Gibeon in Namibia. Gibeon meteorite is well-known for its composition, containing high amounts of nickel, cobalt, and phosphorous. This composition creates beautiful crystalline patterns when the material is polished and etched. The geometric patterns pair well with a solid metal like gold or platinum.
Then there's the Muonionalusta meteorite, named after the Finnish town it was found by. It contains some rare elements and a variety of minerals. This gives it a darker appearance than Gibeon meteorite, but still geometric.
Lunar meteorite is also used in jewelry. This type of meteorite originated on the surface of the moon and tends to have a wide variety of materials in it. Because of this, it creates speckled, sometimes colorful patterns when polished.
Muonionalusta and Gibson meteorite rings are eye-catching but unostentatious. Lunar meteorite rings, on the other hand, are colorful and striking, but less geometric and a bit showier. Patrick Adair Designs exclusively utilizes Muonionalusta for its meteorite bands. Muonionalusta is great because its unique patterns, known as Widmanstätten patterns, are much more intricate and distinct compared to Gibeon meteorite rings.
Meteorite Ring Design
Once you've got an idea of what type of meteorite material you'd like to use, you've got a few other decisions to make.
First, it's helpful to do some reconnaissance into your partner's style. Notice what type of jewelry she usually wears. Does she tend to go for yellow gold, sterling silver, white gold, etc.?
If she's more conventional, she might prefer a simpler band that includes a diamond.
If she's more into splitting with tradition, you might try something a bit more adventurous. Using meteorite as a stone or going with an inlaid meteorite band might suit her, for example.
Get some ideas by looking up different options. For an example of a nice contrasted inlay, check out our meteorite and carbon fiber ring with rose gold liner. For an idea of what a simple, pure meteorite ring band is like, check out our meteorite stackable ring.
METEORITE
With Carbon Fiber and Rose Gold Accents + Liner
STAR DUST
Meteorite, Opal, Diamonds, Moonstone on Cobalt Chrome
STACKABLE
4mm Thin Muonionalusta Meteorite Band with an assortment of liners
Out of This World
Meteorite is a unique material whose appearance is stylish and modern. It's also highly durable and reasonably priced. The main downside to a meteorite engagement ring is its ability to rust, but with proper maintenance, it will last a lifetime.
And isn't the symbol of your promise to spend your life with your partner worth taking care of? If you're interested in using meteorite for your engagement ring and want to explore your options, reach out to us today to plan your custom ring design.