Jewelry Metal Information - Platinum
Platinum
Platinum is very dense and heavy metal, so a platinum ring will feel heavier than an 18kt gold ring.
Platinum is, however, significantly more expensive than gold. With all other things being the same, a platinum ring will be approximately twice the price of an 18kt white gold ring.
Platinum is a prestige choice and is often chosen for its sophisticated appeal and popularity amongst the rich and famous.
Platinum is mainly used for ladies engagement rings, ladies wedding rings and men's wedding rings.
Platinum can also be used to make dress rings, though it is not commonly used to make earrings, pendants, bracelets or necklaces.
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Quick Reference - What types of jewelry are suitable for platinum? |
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Ladies engagement rings |
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Platinum is suited to ladies engagement rings. It is an increasingly popular choice. Platinum engagement rings can be resized in the future. |
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Ladies wedding rings |
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Ladies who wear platinum engagement rings normally choose platinum wedding rings. |
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Men's wedding rings |
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Platinum is suitable for men's wedding rings, though it is significantly more expensive than other metal options, making it less popular for men's wedding rings. The choice of men's platinum wedding rings will normally be more limited than with gold wedding rings. |
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Dress rings |
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Platinum is suitable for men's and ladies dress rings, though it is significantly more expensive than other metal options, making it less popular for this type of ring. The range of platinum dress rings will normally be limited... |
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Earrings, pendants, bracelets and necklaces |
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Platinum is not commonly available in these types of jewelry due to its increased expense. |