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About Two-Tone and Tri-Tone Jewelry

Tri-Tone Stainless Steel Earrings

Stainless Steel and Black ion Plated Diamond Bracelet for Men

By definition, two-tone or multi-tone jewelry is jewelry consisting of two or more types of metal or different colors of the same metal, welded together to create a single piece of jewelry.  The unique metals or hues are distinctly separate with sharp boundaries that are clearly seen.  Alternatively, some jewelry may consist of a single piece of metal where portions are plated or dyed to appear to be a different metal or hue.  This type of jewelry doesn’t meet the classic parameters of two-toned or multi-toned jewelry although it is frequently confused for it.  Fine jewelry designers often include multi-tone jewelry as part of their collections because of the distinctive look of each piece.  Favorite combinations include white gold contrasted with yellow gold; yellow with rose gold; and silver with yellow gold.  Other metals, such as tungsten and titanium are also being used because their inherent physical properties can add strength and durability to a piece of jewelry when combined with less hardy metals, and even with ceramic.  Contrasts in sheen, texture, and brightness can make the “look” of a particular piece of jewelry quite eye catching.  Two-tone and multi-tone jewelry is often original and appealing.