Are you in search for the perfect wedding band? You are going to want something that's unique, durable, and timeless. When shopping for wedding bands, it's important to consider how the band will compliment your daily outfits and skin. If you don't like the yellow color of pure gold or white metals like platinum, you'll likely be looking at the other color options available, like black ceramic or black zirconium. But what if you prefer other colors for your band? Metals with pinkish and brownish hues are a popular alternative for wedding and engagement rings and are extremely versatile with all skin tones. Metals that fit these color schemes are rose gold vs copper. These two alloy metals have similarities and differences that make them both worthy contenders for your eternity band. Men's copper rings are a traditional option with a long history, while rose gold rings are recently emerging as a precious metal choice with lots of positives. But what are these alternative metals, and why are they so popular? In this article, we'll explain the hype behind copper and rose gold rings and which one is right for you.

Rose gold jewelry is more expensive than a natural copper band. While this is obviously a drawback, you get what you pay for. All of copper's drawbacks are solved with rose gold. Rose gold is more scratch resistant than copper. It's hypoallergenic and great for people with sensitive skin and is seen as a modern metal when compared to copper rings. You're more likely to see this material in nontraditional rings. Copper's a classic choice but can turn your skin green due to it oxidizing over time. It's more malleable too. It's more likely to cause an allergic reaction than rose gold. Unfortunately, due to its malleability, copper isn't as durable as rose gold. It's also known to tarnish over time and needs more special care than a rose gold ring.

Some people prefer the look of rose gold, while others prefer copper. The best way to pick between the two is by applying the same considerations for choosing a wedding or engagement ring. You'd have to consider the following: budget, style, metal type, and gemstone (if applicable).

The budget can make or break you if it's too expensive. The style of the ring may be important to you as they may want a ring that is more unique or represents your personal style. Do you like a ring full of stones in its inlay, or a plain band with an engraving? The type of metal used in the ring may also be important to some people since some popular metals are more durable than others. Do you want something that's tougher and a little bit more scratch-resistant? What about the color - does it match your skin tone? Does it match the style if you decide to add precious gemstones or a diamond center stone? 

Ultimately, it's really up to your personal preference. But our personal preference is rose gold for its forgiving nature in the crafting process. Rose gold is an incredibly scratch resistant material. It's one of our stronger metals available. Because of this, we love rose gold wedding bands. 

Rose gold has a truly unique rosy-pink color that you cannot find in another material. It gets this color from the copper content along with the gold and silver mix. In terms of affordability, rose gold is actually a more affordable alternative to white gold and platinum jewelry. Combined with our intricate designs, rose gold has that classic, polished look that'll never go out of style. This is important when you're trying to pick out your lifelong wedding or engagement ring. While copper has a long history in ancient times, it isn't something we prefer to work with. Copper is a softer metal, which means you can easily scratch it. We end up exercising extraordinary care. Potential damage is the key difference between these similar metals.

The Jade Emperor is a Tellurium copper and malachite ring with a beautiful polish that's extremely scratch resistant. Polished copper jewelry like this will easily spark conversations. Tellerium copper is a durable metal that is a bit more resistant to oxidizing but will still oxidize like nay other men's copper ring. If you love the copper colors but hate the fact that it's so prone to tarnishing, this men's copper ring a great compromise. It will still oxidize over time but it won't look as bad as authentic copper men's wedding bands. It's corrosion resistant and is great for people with skin allergies.

The Mokume Gane Ring is another great copper-based ring with an attractive exterior of gold and bright copper hues.  Mokume Gane translates to "wood grain metal" and you really get to appreciate its unique swirl patterns up close. These copper wedding rings won't oxidize as badly as a full copper ring since its an alloy of brass, silver, nickel, and copper. Each exterior has a unique swirling pattern that will oxidize and age into something beautiful and unique.

If you love the look of meteorite but don't want a ring that will rust all over your finger, you can pair it beautifully with a rose gold liner. Our Meteorite and Carbon Fiber Ring with Rose Gold Liner is among our best sellers. The rose gold paired with the meteorite's unique patterns gives off a one of a kind feel with a rosy color of gold that you'll love. The material can look like yellow gold or real gold under certain types of lighting with its incredibly high polish. It'll surely be a conversation starter anywhere you go.

Our Pure Rose Gold Ring is simple 10K rose gold band with colors that'll catch anybody's eye. Sometimes there is a lot to simplicity, which this ring brings. This ring requires little to no maintenance and is oxidation/rust free. With a blend of copper silver and gold, this rose gold ring is a worthy contender despite its simplicity.

The beauty of rose gold and its many benefits is something you cannot ignore. A rose gold engagement ring will last you a lifetime with little upkeep and maintenance. The actual gold content keeps it from tarnishing the same way as copper. Its depth of color make it a worthy contender to more expensive materials like platinum or white gold. Rose gold rings are a fantastic choice for engagement and wedding rings if within your budget.

If you can't find the perfect design for you, we can easily make you a custom ring. We have a large collection of gold rings that you can choose and customize for that perfect look. The same goes for our copper ring collection! If you still can't settle on a design, feel free to contact us at support@patrickadairdesigns.com for personalized assistance to find your perfect wedding ring.