Platinum is the rarest and most expensive of metals. It is 30 times rare than gold. Platinum jewelry is a perfect choice for daily wear. Its weight and density makes it the perfect choice for regular use.
Platinum jewelry is not subject to wear and holds precious stones firmly and steadily. Platinum jewelry is 95% pure whereas gold is only 75% pure.
The white luster of platinum jewelry reflects light and captures the true radiance of diamonds. Platinum jewelry is hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin. Platinum jewelry scratches just like other jewelry, but none of the metal is lost. It is simply displaced. Platinum jewelry often has fine meshwork on them since the metal is very liable. Platinum jewelry being expensive is a sign of upper class status. Platinum jewelry can be given various finishes just like gold. But generally only a high-polish finish is given so that the brilliance and the luster of the metal can be shown.
One disadvantage of platinum jewelry is its inability to be beaten into designs. Platinum is pliable and enables meshwork but, the basic designs of platinum jewelry remain the same. Platinum jewelry is very popular among the followers of hip hop culture. The rarity of platinum makes platinum jewelry a much coveted treasure. Platinum jewelry is not very popular in eastern culture but in western society platinum is the preferred metal for wedding rings and accessories.
