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Silver wedding rings are made with sterling silver, which is an alloy of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. Silver in its pure form is extremely soft and malleable, too soft for jewelry, which is why it is combined with other metals to make it harder. Sterling silver can be a combination of 92.5% silver and any other additives, but copper is the most common. Pure silver tarnishes very little but the copper in sterling silver reacts in the air to make silver jewelry tarnish. Therefore sterling silver wedding rings need to be cleaned regularly to keep them bright. Sterling silver has to be marked with a quality mark which is 'ster', 'sterling' or '.925'. Silver is regarded as one of the precious metals of the world along with gold and silver. Silver has been used for making jewelry since ancient times.
Those looking for a cheap wedding ring would consider using silver instead of gold or platinum. Silver has a beautiful color and is very malleable so can be formed into intricate patterns, which makes it ideal for jewelry. However it is much cheaper than either gold or platinum. The downside is that it tarnishes and scratches more easily. Platinum wedding rings are also a white or silver color but are more durable and hard-wearing. Gold wedding rings are available in different colors, including white gold which gives a silver color as well. White gold is an alloy of gold and other metals.
Unusual silver rings can be bought abroad for much less than they cost in the US . Asian countries such as Thailand or India sell silver jewelry very cheaply but be careful that the silver used is of high enough quality as standards not as strictly controlled. To design your own wedding ring would also be an option as it is quite easy and cheap to have jewelry made up for you. Silver can be shaped into all sorts of wedding ring designs and patterns. Sterling silver Celtic wedding rings with unusual tribal designs can be bought. Intricate designs such as weaving, twisted-rope effect, braiding or knots are possible with silver.
Silver wedding rings should be stored in bags or pouches when not being worn to minimize damage from scratches. Care should be taken to avoid contact with ammonia, bleach or household detergents as these can damage silver. Chlorinated water also damages silver jewelry. Remove tarnish as soon as it appears with a silver polish - these are available from shops selling household goods, or from DIY stores.
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