Stylish, Alternative Wedding Bands
February 27, 2009 by Yelena Jenkins · Leave a Comment
Many nontraditional couples look for ways to express themselves and their individuality through their choice of wedding bands. For these couples, finding exciting, original wedding band designs that are outside the mainstream can be a challenging task. Most wedding bands sold through stores and online tend to be fairly similar in design, lacking that special something that nontraditional, unique couples are looking for.
In hopes of providing these couples with a beautiful alternative to traditional wedding bands, Apples of Gold has just introduced exciting new jewelry designs to our already large selection of wedding bands: David Tishbi.
Exceptional Craftsmanship, Stunning Designs
David Tishbi’s jewelry designs are incredibly unique and special. Almost all of his creations encompass at least two types of metal, usually 14k gold and sterling silver. The use of gold in such pieces make them quality lifetime pieces that are fantastic options for alternative wedding bands. Since silver is also used, the price of these incredible designs are also affordable for today’s couple on a budget.
However, the craftsmanship in each of these designs is exceptional: each piece is handcrafted by experienced artisans in Israel, making every pieces slightly different and unique, just like each couple. The Lifetime Warranty and 45 day return policy means that we know you’ll love these rings when you receive them, and they will last through a lifetime of love.
Something for Everyone
Even traditional couples are drawn to David Tishbi’s designs, which are modern and timeless in their appeal. If a couple loves his designs but wants a traditional wedding band, his pieces make ideal wedding day gifts exchanged between the bride and groom. Here are some of our favorite designs:
Sterling Silver & 14K Gold Leaf Print Spinner Ring
This ring (shown at top) would make a stunning wedding band alternative for a man or woman with an eye for style. The four 14k gold bands spin freely over an oxidized patterned silver band, symbolizing both the change and constant in love and life.
Handmade Pearl Ring in 14K Rose Gold and Silver
The textured, natural finish of this ring is an eye catching contrast to the beautifully smooth pearl resting in the rose gold bowl. This would even make a striking alternative to an engagement ring for couples on a budget who still want a unique piece of jewelry to commemorate their love. A larger version of this design is also available.
Antiqued Filigree Paisley Band in 14K Rose Gold and Sterling Silver
This ring would make the ideal wedding band for those with bold, fashion-forward thinking style. A wide band made with nickel-free sterling silver and 14k rose gold edges and an oxidized filigree center design. This piece is handcrafted in Israel and comes with a Lifetime Guarantee.
14K Gold and Sterling Silver Hammered Band 
Those with simpler tastes will undoubtedly appreciate the quiet statement made by the hammered rose or yellow gold covered sterling silver bands. The rings make a stylish alternative to the traditional wedding bands, and are surprisingly affordable too.
If you liked some of the styles above, check out our entire collection of David Tishbi’s designs at Apples of Gold. All come with the David Tishbi Lifetime Warranty when purchased from Apples of Gold, as an Authorized David Tishbi Retailer.
Rose Gold Wedding Bands
February 5, 2009 by Yelena Jenkins · Leave a Comment
Choosing the perfect wedding band is a very personal process. A wedding band is more than just another ring; it’s a symbol of promises, love and commitment. It’s also the one piece of jewelry you will wear throughout your entire life - every year, every month, every week, and every day. Because of these factors, a wedding band should be chosen carefully. The wedding bands a couple inevitably chooses reflect who they are and what style they like.
Apples of Gold carries an extensive selection of quality wedding bands so couples have many handsome options to choose from. Besides traditional white and yellow gold wedding bands, we also carry many gorgeous rose gold wedding bands. Though rose gold wasn’t widely used for the past few decades, it has recently made a big comeback in jewelry use. Couples who choose rose gold rings appreciate a bold, unique look that stands the test of time.
Rose gold wedding band designs range from the very simple to extremely elaborate, allowing couples to further personalize their wedding bands to their taste. Below is a small sample of our beautiful selection of rose gold wedding bands. If you don’t spot one you like, make sure to click over to our full selection of rose gold bands. Many of the bands are stylish enough that you might want to buy one to wear as a regular ring!
The celtic design symbolizes eternity, spirituality, and perpetual love. With its continuous design and intricate knotwork, the celtic wedding band is a meaningful and unique choice in either rose, white, or yellow gold (or a combination of the metals!)
Hammered Rose Gold Wedding Band
Many couples love the contemporary, organic feel of hammered gold. This ring (picture at top) is incredibly unique; it isn’t often that rose gold bands can be found with the eye-catching hammered texture. Despite its unique texture, this ring is not flashy and is just different enough to stand out.
Personalized Rose Gold Wedding Band
One romantic way to make your wedding bands unique is to include a word, date, phrase or part of your wedding vows as an engraving on the ring. Our personalized rose gold ring takes it one step further by allowing the engraving to be etched on in your own handwriting. Simply send a JPEG with what you want written on the inside of the band and it will be memorialized in your own lettering. Alternately, the words can also be engraved on the outside of the ring to show your love to the world.
Elaborate Rose Gold Wedding Bands 
Along with the simple, quiet designs are many striking, bold rose gold wedding rings. The options range from a twisting Celtic Heart Knot design to bands engraved with the intricate Jerusalem Cross to swirling Paisley designs engraved with care and craftsmanship.
These are just a small sampling of the many beautiful rose gold designs we offer to couples looking for the perfect wedding band. Visit our wedding band section for more handsome designs in rose, white and yellow gold, and good luck in finding the ideal band for you and your loved one.
7 Most Unique Wedding Bands
January 23, 2009 by Afshin Yaghtin · Leave a Comment
We have hand-selected our most unique wedding bands from years past to today’s hottest new trends.
Celtic Heart Knot Wedding Band
If you look closely at the beautifully intertwined Celtic knots of this 14k two-tone gold wedding band, a heart pattern emanates from within the intricate patterns. Also 7mm wide, this is a high quality, handmade band (takes a few weeks to make, as each ring is individually crafted to order just for you!) View all Celtic Wedding Band Designs.
In this unique wave design, a yellow gold half is permanently soldered together with a white gold half to create this high-end design wedding band, symbolizing your wedding union. Also available in all white gold or all yellow gold by request, band measures 7mm band. Also available in 18k two-tone gold and platinum & 18k gold.
Paisley Scroll Work Wedding Band
The 14k white gold paisley scroll work is reminiscent of the aged artwork of European sovereignty and divine muses. Rope border on each side distinguishes and sets apart the paisley design alongside two bands of white gold. Made in 8mm wide. Also available in two-tone gold, or platinum. View all Paisley Wedding Bands.
Blue Titanium Celtic Wedding Band
One of our most unique and best selling wedding rings, the Celtic knotwork on this unique and stylish titanium wedding band is permanently made blue through a custom anodizing process that will not wear out! Available in 6mm – 10mm widths (shown in 7mm). Titanium is an excellent choice for scratch-resistant wedding rings are made using aircraft grade titanium. View all Titanium Wedding Bands.
One of the most unique faith-inspired Christian wedding bands available on the market today! The Jerusalem cross represents a blending of the Tau Cross with the Crusader’s cross. Comes in 8mm – 10mm widhts (shown in 10mm). Available in 14K Rose Gold (shown), 14K White Gold, 14k yellow gold, or platinum.
1/2 Carat Diamond Paisley Wedding Band
A Unique hand-made paisley scroll wedding band made in 14k white gold with two rows of sparkling white diamonds in high quality, G-H Color, SI1-SI2 Clarity. Band measures a wide 10mm wide and is also available in two-tone gold, 18k white gold, all yellow gold or platinum by request. Paisley designed rings remain one of the most popular designs through the centuries! View more Diamond Wedding Bands.
Rose Gold Hammered Wedding Band
Rose gold is proving to be one of the most popular and unique metals of choice for wedding bands. Hammered bands are enduring classics whose versatility of design has made it one of the most popular picks among wedding bands. Our rose and white gold hammered band is shown in 6mm wide, but is available in almost any widths by request (including 4mm – 10mm widths). View All Hammered Wedding Bands from Apples of Gold.
For an ever more unique selection? Try our Personalized Wedding Bands.
Apples of Gold offers high quality wedding bands at prices you can afford!
Can Titanium Rings Get Scratched?
January 11, 2009 by Afshin Yaghtin · Leave a Comment
There is a misconception among consumers shopping for titanium wedding bands that titanium rings cannot be scratched. Although titanium bands are very strong and durable, and difficult to scratch, they can scratch over-time with natural wear and tear. It just takes a lot longer and you have to be a lot harder on your titanium jewelry for it to scratch compared to softer precious metals such as gold or platinum.
In other words, titanium takes much longer to “break in” with scratches and that worn-in look. Although not 100% scratch-resistant, titanium is still the metal of choice for those wanting an exceptionally durable and strong wedding band.
Although titanium is a very hard metal (it is used on aircraft), it can also be scratched by abrasive materials like rocks, sandpaper, and hardened steel tools.
And since titanium’s surface can be breached, much like gold and platinum, titanium wedding rings can also be polished and refinished by your local jeweler to look like new again!
Shop for your Titanium Wedding Band at Apples of Gold, such as for this handsome hammered titanium wedding band (shown above), or the Blue Titanium Celtic Wedding Band (shown right) and many unique, titanium ring designs from Apples of Gold Jewelry.
