How Do You Build A Platinum Engagement Ring?
You’ve chosen that special someone to spend your whole life with. Now you need to design a ring that will dazzle her today and survive to shine on your 50th wedding anniversary. Rings made of platinum represent the ultimate in luxury and durability. Combining platinum with a strong gemstone will create a ring that can last a lifetime, and with care, even become a family heirloom. There are many reasons to choose platinum, but it does have some drawbacks. Platinum is the sturdiest of precious metals, ideal for protecting your investment in a precious stone. It is less of an alloy than most other precious metals, being generally 95% pure, as opposed to 18-karat gold, which is 75 percent pure. It’s unlikely to cause allergic reactions, and it won’t tarnish. However, platinum is also expensive. As a rule, it costs twice as much as a gold setting. Also, platinum will become dull with daily wear and needs to be professionally polished once a year. Figure out your intended’s ring size. If you
