Platinum Jewelry

Platinum is a precious metal that's used to create fine jewelry. Its heavy weight and durability make platinum a metal that will not wear away with constant use. Platinum holds fine gemstones firmly in place for the life of the jewelry when used as prongs and other setting components.

Jewelry can contain different percentages of pure platinum

The US Federal Trade Commission, FTC, publishes guidelines for acceptable marking standards for platinum jewelry sold in the US.

Platinum content is usually expressed as the amount of pure platinum the jewelry contains in parts per thousand.

• Jewelry that contains at least 950 parts per thousand of pure platinum may be marked or described as "Platinum"

  Jewelry that contains 850, 900 or 950 parts per thousand of pure platinum may be marked "Plat" or "Pt" if a number is used in front of the term to disclose the amount of pure platinum in the mix, such as

• "850 Plat" or "850 Pt", or "950 Plat" or "950 Pt"

  Jewelry that contains at least 950 parts per thousand of platinum group metals, with at least 500 parts per thousand of the total pure platinum, may be marked as platinum as long as the numbers of each metal are disclosed. For instance,

• "600 Pt. 350 Ir." or 600 Plat. 350 Irid." for 600 parts pure platinum and 350 parts iridium


• "550Pt. 350Pd. 50Ir." or "550Plat. 350Pall. 50Irid." for 550 parts pure platinum, 350 parts palladium and 50 parts iridum

Ask your jeweler to explain platinum content and markings if you are not sure which combination is the most suitable for your jewelry purchase.

Platinum makes a rich backdrop for diamonds

Platinum's natural white luster provides a rich backdrop for diamonds, but it's a metal that's just as elegant when used all by itself to create a piece of jewelry, either a simple polished item or a design with engraved motifs. Platinum looks stunning when combined with contrasting touches of 18K yellow gold.

Platinum wedding rings are fast becoming the ring of choice these days. For over a century platinum wedding rings have been increasing in popularity for many reasons.

Platinum wedding rings are expensive and sought after with many of the rich and famous now wearing them. The exquisite and intricate designs incorporated into the rings make for an irresistible piece of jewellery.

Platinum is Durable

One of the qualities of platinum wedding rings are they are much more durable than some other metals and more importantly platinum wedding rings will not irritate and harm your skin like some other metals including gold. This also adds to the feel of quality when worn on the finger.

Platinum is more expensive than gold

Platinum is more expensive to purchase that silver or gold and therefore is still not in the budget range of most people. However, for those that can afford platinum, it is an excellent choice since it's definitely a showpiece and will impress anyone with its beauty.