Platinum is even more rare and valuable than gold. The platinum family of metals is composed of 6 elements: platinum, palladium, iridium, osmium, thorium, ruthenium.

Unlike gold, platinum is not identified by a scale of karats. In the USA, the abbreviations PT or Plat, indicate platinum. In Europe, the numerical marks 950 or PT950 indicate platinum. The finest jewelry often uses platinum mixed with 10 percent iridium or ruthenium for added strength. This costs more since these metals are rarer and costlier still.

Because platinum is so pure, it rarely causes allergic, reactions. It has become the metal of choice for many new design trends.

Whichever precious metal you select, there are many beautiful styles and designs from which to choose. And if you want some custom made, our many fine jewelers and designers will work with both metals.