A two-tone ring features two different metal colors in its design, most commonly yellow gold and white gold, or rose gold and white gold, creating visual contrast and interest.
This design technique allows for creative combinations such as a yellow gold band with white gold setting, or alternating bands of different colored golds. Two-tone designs can be subtle or dramatic and work particularly well in vintage-inspired, modern, and mixed-metal jewelry.
Two-tone rings appeal to those who love multiple metal colors but don't want to commit to just one. They also coordinate easily with different colored wedding bands and other jewelry. The different metals are typically soldered together permanently.