I am allergic to several types of metals. therefore I couldn’t have gold or silver wedding bands. We also didn’t have the cash to pay top dollar for platinum bands from a retail shop. After doing a bit of research, I found some awesome platinum bands from a wholesale distributing company. When you buy directly from the wholesale company, you are able to save a ton of money by cutting out the retail stores. It is cutting out the middle man. We ordered our incredible platinum wedding bands. When they came in, was shocked at the quality and beauty! they are exquisite!