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mirror/polish finishing
The mirror finish is the typical, default finish that is provided. 18ct White Gold receives a final Rhodium Plating following polishing but with 950 Platinum, 18K Yellow/Rose Gold, Premium Silver, Platinum Silver and Palladium Silver, you are seeing the surface of the metal itself. (material referring link) Pros - It is ideal for emphasizing the luster of your ring’s metal.The mirror like quality, is ideal for plain rings, and is applied both inside and outside the ring. Most people will opt for this finish above all others due to greater permanence. It easily be re-finished with ease. Corns -The mirror like finish does not always stay pristine, but instead wears to a natural worn finish as it picks up progressive scratches over time. |
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satin matte finishing The satin finish emits a gentle glow, offering a soft, lustrous, mature appearance with an almost satiny look and feel, hence the name “satin”. It can describe different levels of texture. Much like the mirror ring finish, the satin matte ring finish is very smooth, yet it lacks the reflective quality of polished rings. This is achieved usually by a fast brush like effect being applied across the ring in an even and consistent appearance. Pros: this can be re-applied at any time for a small charge. A mirror inner surface to give a beautiful contrast to the outer satin finish (standard on satin rings). Cons : Problem of Inconsistent finish, thus make sure the texture is even across the surface. This finish marks very easily and will seldom stay even and blemish free for very long. Recommend carry by hard material like Platinum and 18K/14K/9K Gold. |
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rough matte finishing this ring finishes are non-reflective finishes with a subtle, tasteful shimmer. Similar to the satin ring finish, the rough matte finish lacks shine. In fact, the main difference between satin matte and rough matte ring finishes is the rough matte ring’s fine shimmering texture. When people require a heavier texture to the wedding ring finish, then a rougher, heavier sandblasted finish is the way to go. This is achieved as you would guess, by sandblasting the surface to texture this. The inner surface and edges are best polished for contrast, but this style, when new, can catch on clothing, so this is most popular for men. Pro - advantageous over the satin finish as it is harder wearing and less prone to being marked. Refinishing to a satin or polished finish is also no problem to achieve. If this or any other matte finish is being matched to an engagement ring, always remember to submit the original ring at the same time and have both refinished at the same time. This will lend greater consistency to the results. |
hammered texture finishing - it is popular by its unique appearance, the hammered ring finish is a definite crowd favorite. Known for its incredible contours and unusual aesthetics, the hammered ting finish is used to add texture to the ring’s precious metal band. Using a light hammer along the band’s surface, a jeweler will create a textured, distressed look designed to enhance the amount of light or heavy reflected by the ring’s textured band, producing an eye-catching, one of a kind ring. |