Two main parts of the intervertebral discs are the outer ring (annulus fibrosus) and the inner gelatinous material. (nucleus pulposus). The outer ring consists of fibrocartilage, while the inner material shows many similarities to the articular hyaline cartilage both in its biochemical and histological appearance.
For this reason, Everything Wedding Rings recommends avoiding black tungsten wedding bands-with one exception. Titanium Kay has recently launched a new tungsten carbide wedding ring design with solid black inlay that is 100% scratch proof. So, if you are looking for a tungsten ring with black inlay features I highly recommend one of the Titanium Kay 2nd Generation rings.
Why is tungsten carbide the most scratch resistant metal known to man? Tungsten molecules arrange themselves like a 3D version of a chain linked fence, which gives it extreme hardness. It is so tough, it is sometimes classified as a ceramic, which is known for its ability to withstand high temperatures and resist wear.