Platinum Guide

Platinum has carved a niche for itself as the plushest and most stylish precious metal. It is the strongest, purest and the most pliable metal. A tough metal it does not require the support of the alloys unlike gold. Generally the platinum jewelry is made of 95% platinum and 5% of other metals like palladium, ruthenium, osmium, iridium.

Color and Character

• Platinum is silvery- white metal resembling sheen of steal. It has a smooth luster and is at times rhodium coated for extra shine.
• Heavier than gold, with the density of 21.45g/cm3; it does not wear-off easily, discolor or oxidize like silver. Platinum metals at 3221 degree Fahrenheit, therefore very difficult to process.
• Platinum is hypoallergenic making it the ideal metal for any hyper-sensitive skins.
• It takes seven to twelve tones of ore to produce one ounce of platinum.
• The finest of platinum is marked at 950 Plat.

Symbol
Platinum is the symbol of everlastingly love, honor, and purity. It is the first choice for engagement rings.

Care
Platinum does not require any special care or caution. It mostly does not scratch or dent easily. Brush off the dirt from your platinum jewelry with some soap and water.