Where does the reputation of platinum as "the king of precious metals" come from?
A: 1780, a craftsman in Paris made a set of platinum rings, brooches and necklaces for King Louis XVI and the Queen of France. They were also the first people to own platinum ornaments in history. Later, Louis XVI declared that platinum was "the only metal suitable for kings". Since then, platinum has become the favorite of royal families, dignitaries and wealthy businessmen in various countries.
Why is platinum the most precious metal in the world?
A: Platinum production is very limited, and only a few places in the world can mine it. If all the platinum in the world is poured into an Olympic swimming pool, the depth is not enough to cover the instep. In addition, platinum also has outstanding characteristics incomparable to other metals: extremely high density, toughness and wear resistance, and its performance is stable in various extreme environments.
Will platinum fade or deform?
A: Platinum is a natural pure white. Its unique characteristics make it extremely wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant and very stable, so it will not fade, deform and yellow, and it can still maintain its original luster with the passage of time. At the same time, wearing platinum jewelry for a long time will inevitably leave scratches, but that is only the displacement of metal, and the quality will not be reduced at all. It will naturally return to its original appearance after polishing.
What's the difference between platinum and platinum?
A: Platinum and platinum are completely different metals. Platinum, British platinum, mainly composed of gold, appears white due to the addition of other metals. So white gold is a mixture of gold and other metals, not platinum.
How to identify real platinum jewelry?
A: The most direct way to distinguish platinum from other white metals is to find the exclusive logo of platinum. According to the regulations, every piece of platinum jewelry must be engraved with the exclusive platinum logo: PT950 or PT990. Recognizing the exclusive logo of platinum can guarantee the quality of platinum for you.
How to maintain platinum jewelry?
A: First, keep it properly. Don't wear it during heavy physical activity or labor; When not in use, store it in a jewelry box separately to prevent scratches caused by friction with other jewelry. Second, stay away from chemicals. Avoid contact with bleaching or irritating chemicals, which will not harm platinum, but may discolor diamonds or gems on platinum jewelry. Third, clean up on time. Use a professional jewelry cleaner or soak the jewelry in mild soapy water, and then gently wipe it with a soft cloth. Platinum jewelry needs to be cleaned once every six months. Fourth, polish regularly. Visible traces or natural oxide layers on platinum surface can be restored as new after regular polishing.