Platinum in Jewelry
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Platinum in jewelry is somewhat of a status symbol.
Platinum is a precious jewelry making metal that's easy to work with and has a lustrous, silvery-white color.
It resists corrosion and tarnish, although (like palladium) it can develop a misty patina over time.
Platinum is extremely rare, and it's considered to be more precious than gold.
The price of platinum tends to fluctuate widely, and its market price is often double the price of gold.
In jewelry and watches, it's used most often in luxury pieces, and some people feel that platinum is a symbol of prestige and wealth.
Jewelry artists can find platinum in the form of sheet, wire, and casting grain / pieces.
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