TITANIUM JEWELRY

The name titanium was derived from the Titans of Greek mythology, known for their extreme and superior strength. Titanium belongs to an elite category of elements known as refractory metals. One of the more outstanding characteristics of these materials lies in the refractive properties inherent to their oxides. Titanium is naturally platinum gray. By applying heat or electricity one may unleash its refractive properties, inducing various oxide thicknesses on the material surface. Titanium anodizing is best performed electrolytically. The resulting titanium oxide causes an optical interference with a purity and vivacity much the same as witnessed in the luminescent colors of oil on water, a peacock's feather, or a rainbow.

Titanium has positively and diversely impacted mankind more than any single element in history. It is the element that took us to the depths of the ocean, the far reaches of the galaxy and elevated our capacities in medicine, industry and science.

~Senator John Glenn said~ "Few materials have as much potential for dynamic growth during the 1990's - and beyond - as titanium.It's on the cutting edge of some really exciting and extraordinary developments, many of which are in newly emerging technologies".