Tensioned wire ring

[Sheen]

I'm currently experimenting with the idea of a bead ring where the bead is suspended from a wire. At the moment i'm a little wary that the wire will get all bent out of shape with wear. Is there a type of wire i could use abt .5mm in diameter that would be strong enough to cope but pliable enough for me to wrap the ends on itself? I don't solder. The picture is of my prototype the final version will be in silver.