Platinum is a symbol of true love, purity, rarity and strength. These qualities of platinum are equivalent to the ideals of eternal true love. All over the world, engagement rings, wedding bands and anniversary rings made in platinum symbolise the everlasting endurance of love.
Platinum is pure, an expression of integrity, a reflection of inner truth. Platinum’s purity endows it with a brilliant white lustre. This helps to reflect the true radiance of diamonds.
Platinum is a rare precious metal, typically comprised of 95% platinum and 5% other metals, also known as alloys. Labelled as 950 platinum, it is a dense, malleable silver-white metal that makes it ideal for crafting jewellery. Synonymous with opulence and luxury, this exclusive material is mined at a rate of 1/10 that of gold, making it a special choice for engagement and wedding rings alike.
Its rarity means that platinum carries a premium price point. However, it’s also one of the most economical metal choices as its glorious shine is easy to retain with simple polishing. Buffing platinum with a soft cloth doesn’t remove any layers, unlike gold.
In fact, some say platinum engagement rings get better with age, thanks to the satin sheen that develops on platinum over time from daily wear and tiny scratches. This sheen is also known as a patina.
While offering a similar finished appearance to white gold, platinum engagement rings won’t require this same level of maintenance due to their natural bright white appearance.
In fact, platinum’s shine is easy to retain with a simple polish. This exclusive material is mined at a rate of 1/10 that of gold, hence its premium price point.
Lastly, platinum is nickel-free and hypoallergenic which is ideal for brides and grooms with sensitive skin as it can be worn comfortably every day.
Both metals make excellent choices – it’s totally down to personal preference having taken the level of maintenance into consideration.
Platinum’s low reflection point doesn’t reflect colour either, which means your centre stone’s brilliance takes centre stage.
And lastly, platinum’s purity makes it naturally nickel-free and hypoallergenic, ideal for those with sensitive skin as platinum rings can be worn every day with comfort and ease.
