Why platinum is a Great Metal for Jewelry

 A bright white alloy that fascinates jewelry lovers, platinum looks exquisite and is very strong and durable than most metals, making it ideal for heavily worn jewelry. 

 

What is platinum?

Platinum is an "alloy," which means it combines metals. However, unlike other alloys, platinum is usually 95% pure. The other 5% is usually copper, titanium, palladium, iridium, or rhodium. Because platinum is solid and not very malleable, designers have added other metals to platinum alloys to make them easier to use.

Platinum metal has a white luster that complements the color of all gemstones, especially the sparkle of white diamonds. It is often used in wedding jewelry because of its luxurious luster and wearability, and its color does not fade over time.

Although it is very similar in appearance to white gold, platinum is mined at about 10% of that of gold. As a result, it is a rare and valuable metal, and many values it for its scarcity.

 

The properties make platinum an excellent metal for jewelry

Durable

Platinum is very durable, although it is softer than some metals and can scratch on rough contact. However, no platinum is lost in the scratching process. Instead, the platinum metal moves from one point to another, which means that enormous blows do not result in any metal loss. In addition, this movement of the platinum metal is effortlessly repaired by deep polishing, while other metals may need to be replaced.

 

Longevity

Platinum is a rust-proof metal, so there is no need to worry about losing the luster of your jewelry. Discoloration occurs when the metal is exposed to water, air, and available moisture. When this happens, the metal oxidizes, and a darker shine appears on the piece's surface. In addition to being extremely durable, platinum jewelry retains its color for a lifetime.

 

Hypoallergenic

The last property of platinum is hypoallergenic. Because it is 95% pure, platinum jewelry does not contain nickel impurities that can cause other metals to irritate the skin. This means that platinum jewelry is ideal for long, comfortable wear!

 

The advantage and disadvantages of platinum jewelry

Advantages

▪ platinum is 95% pure, so you get a lot of the precious metal.

▪ In terms of durability, platinum is solid.

▪ platinum is hypoallergenic and does not lose its luster.

▪ platinum has the brightest white color of any white metal.

▪ platinum is not easily scratched and is less frequently maintained.

▪ Because of its density, platinum is ideal for diamond settings, as platinum claws are much stronger than most alternatives.

 

Disadvantages

▪ Expensive, as platinum is more expensive than other white metals.

▪ Over time, platinum will get patina, which can mean regular polishing by the jeweler if you are not careful with your jewelry.

 

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