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Hammered? Die-struck vs. cast vs. engraved or chased?

lkredhat

Rough_Rock
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Hi,
I'm looking for a narrow (1.5-2.5 mm) solid wedding ring to wear everyday (I'll take it off at night) but I want something a little fancier than the plain pipe band that has become uncomfortable with time.

My options: a hammered ring (14k or 18k) with a flush-set sapphire OR or a vintage style "eternity" ring (i.e. a band with a floral pattern all the way around). I can probably order a new one from a vendor on Etsy or look for an actual antique ring in good shape.

When it come to eternity rings, some are cast, some (Jabel, Belais, etc.) are die-struck, some are engraved or chased or incised or ... anyway I'm not sure if it makes a difference. Jabel has a nice video on why their die-struck rings are superior to cast rings. However, other people say that die-cut is more like machining for mass-production rings and cast rings are better made.

Any feedback? As I say, I'd like to wear this ring pretty much every day (taking off at night) so I'm willing to pay a little more for a ring that is durable.
 
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