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    Margaret Östling

Platinum is a good choice

A Platinum and Diamond Moiré Vortex ring.

 

White metal has become a very popular choice for wedding set designs. With the current and continuing volatility of the gold market, Platinum becomes more attractive than ever.

Platinum is one of the five 'Noble Metals.'  As a 90% to 95% pure alloy, Platinum is heavier and denser than white gold and is very durable.  It looks very white in comparison to white gold, which is an alloy of pure gold and nickel, and it will not tarnish like silver or discolor over time.   Allergic reactions to Platinum are extremely rare. 

 I personally love working with Platinum.  I love the cool feel and its super-white color.  Because this precious metal is so durable, I set diamonds in Platinum prongs whenever possible.   White gold prongs are subject to corrosion by cleaning chemicals such as chlorine but this is not the case with Platinum.   

Most of my designs can be ordered in Platinum, so think about Platinum as a white metal choice. 

  • Post author
    Margaret Östling