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An engagement ring platinum
can be a great way to show your significant other that you are committed.
Engagement rings platinum are sturdy kind of diamond jewelry. They
look as nice as white gold, but do not score or scratch the same way.
Setting the diamonds for your engagement ring in platinum can make
help the ring last longer, as silver and gold are both softer and can
actually break. In addition to rings, many jewelers also sell bracelets
and earrings and even watches in platinum. While it costs a little
more money, using an engagement ring platinum can save you repair costs
down the road.
Pros and cons of engagement rings platinum
Diamond jewelry is quite the emotional and monetary investment.
Rings often appreciate in value, and the sentimental attachment to
engagement rings cannot be measured. Spending the money to have your
diamonds set in platinum has its pros and cons. Before deciding on
platinum over white gold, you should carefully consider your needs,
and whether it is worth it to you to buy your engagement ring in
this material.
The pros: Platinum is harder and sturdier. It is also more valuable.
Because it is such a tough metal, it does not scratch, score or bend
as easily. If you look at your gold or silver jewelry, you will find
that the shape has probably changed over time. These metals are soft
and malleable. Additionally, you might find scratches and dings.
Platinum does not have these problems. It maintains its shape, and
it will not score.
The cons: Because
it is so hard, it can be difficult to resize. If your finger grows,
the entire setting has to be redone. If you lose quite a bit of
weight and need to have the ring smaller, parts of the ring must
be shaved away (removing some of the ring’s
value), or the setting has to be redone. If you, for some reason,
need to have the ring removed, and it will not slip off, it
cannot be cut off like gold or silver. Your entire finger would
have to be removed.
Only you can determine your needs. You should carefully weigh the
pros and cons before deciding to an engagement ring platinum.
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