Exoticus Metallicum - The Exotic Metal Collection

In Latin, the name roughly translates into "exotic metals." For those seeking something off the beaten path, these will delight you. All are hypoallergenic and won't rust or oxidize under normal conditions. They are rare metals that present unique challenges when manufacturing jewelry. For now, it's just rings and similar items.

To personalize them further they can be inlaid with precious metals or gemstone chips. Centered or offset, wide or narrow, straight or zigzag, vertical or horizontal, stripes or continuous, I won't judge. Even multiple inlays if space allows. Bezel-set stones are a possibility, too. Suggestions are a good place to start but how it finishes is up to you!

Tantalum

A durable and strong element with incredible heft and a blue-ish gray color, this is perfect for active lifestyles. It is a refractory and transition metal highly resistant to corrosion and scratches. Flat or half-round with numerous textures and finishes are available. Careful heat-treating darkens it for more character.

Zirconium

Sporting a steel/titanium color, this durable and strong element is lightweight and ideal for active lifestyles. As a transition metal it's highly resistant to corrosion and scratches. Flat or half-round with numerous textures and finishes are available. Precision heat-treating turns it dark gray or black for an unmatched luminescence.