Platinum
Platinum Jewelry is a pleasure to wear and a pleasure to create with. Platinum is more pliable than gold and as such lends itself to a variety of design options that other metals simply do not. Platinum is more durable than other metals. Platinum is stronger, wears better and lasts longer.
Platinum is 35 times rarer than gold! Platinum is found in only a few places throughout the world. Its rarity, density and durability make it be the most precious jewelry metals in the world! During the average year, approximately 2,700 tons of gold are used in the process of manufacturing jewelry but only 88 tons of platinum are used to make jewelry.
Platinum can be found only in handful region. South Africa was the top Producer of platinum with almost 80% world share followed by Russian and Canada.
Platinum is very dense. The weight of the same ring can be 60% more than the 14K gold. Platinum doesn't wear away as other jewelry metals do, it holds diamonds and other gemstones firmly and securely.
Platinum is the perfect accompaniment for the diamonds! Brilliant of diamond can easily carry out by its luster. Thus it became the best choice for many engagement ring compare to gold.
Platinum is hypo allergenic! For people with allergies, the purity of Platinum makes it perfect choice! Platinum will not cause the allergic reaction like white gold and yellow gold alloys something do.
General Care for Your Platinum Jewelry
Tips to Clean Platinum:
- Take the time to clean your platinum jewelry on a regular basis.
- Realize that you can clean platinum the same way you would clean gold.
- Purchase a jar of jewelry cleaner and gently rub the cleaner on your jewelry using a very soft cloth.
- If you have gems in a platinum setting, check with a professional jeweler to find out how best to clean them.
Tips to Care for Platinum:
- When you put your platinum jewelry away, keep it separate from your other jewelry so it doesn't scratch anything else, or get scratched.
- Store your pieces either in a jewelry box or a soft cloth bag.
- Bring your platinum to a professional jeweler twice a year to have it polished and cleaned. (Make sure that the jeweler is trained to care for platinum.)
- If any scratches appear on your platinum, ask a trained jeweler to remove them professionally.
- Understand that over time, platinum acquires a beautiful natural luster. If you prefer a shinier look, ask a jeweler to polish it for you.