When searching blog posts for wedding bands and wedding rings on IceRocket.com and Google, I came across an interesting query – “Argentium wedding rings pros and cons.” And curiously, the number one result showing up in Google comes from BlueBuddahBoutique.com. Here is how they explain Argentium Sterling Silver’s pros and cons:
Argentium Silver
Pros: Unlike regular sterling, this silver will not tarnish. All the prestige of silver, with none of the hassle of polishing. Argentinium is an alloy of silver that includes the element germanium. If you solder your pieces, note that Argentium does not develop firescale.Cons: Expensive! This is a new material (on the market as of 2005) and so not much information is available, especially regarding long-term use.
Ouch! That’s the problem that turns up sometimes with search. This post from 2005 is irrelevant. Well – the pros are relevant. But not the cons, and it is not the author’s fault. There is actually not a lot of information out there about Argentium Sterling Silver.
As of March 9, 2010, Argentium Sterling Silver is very affordable. It is not expensive at all when compared to gold or palladium. Argentium Sterling Silver is more expensive than tungsten (have you seen these wedding band prices on Amazon.com?), but it is a great option for an affordable precious metal.
