- Is the gold real?
- No. It is 18K gold-tone PVD plating over 201 stainless steel, not solid gold. The plating gives the color and some wear resistance.
- Will it turn my finger green?
- Stainless steel with PVD plating is unlikely to leave green marks, which usually come from copper or brass reacting with skin. Wear at the plating could expose the steel underneath, which is still skin-safe.
- What size finger does a 17.3mm inner diameter fit?
- 17.3mm inner diameter corresponds to roughly a US size 7. Wide 8mm bands fit snugger than thin rings, so some people size up.
- Can it be resized?
- No. Stainless steel is hard and the band is solid, so a jeweler generally cannot resize it. Choose based on the fixed inner diameter.
- Is it safe for sensitive skin?
- Stainless steel is a common choice for sensitive skin, and the PVD layer adds a barrier. Anyone with a known nickel allergy should still be cautious with prolonged wear.
- Can I wear it in water?
- Stainless steel handles handwashing and rain well. Chlorine and salt water can dull the plating over time, so rinse and dry it after swimming.
- Where is the 201 Stainless Steel Wide Band Finger Rings, PVD Vacuum Plating, Real 18K Gold Plated, 8mm, Inner Diameter: 17.3mm cheapest?
- At PandaHall.com, for $5.03, as of our latest check.