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Silver
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Platinum
Silver :-
Silver has enchanted mankind since centuries. Silver
is a soft, white, lustrous precious metal that is believed to have magical
properties. It is the brightest and shiniest of all metals. It is also the most
affordable jewelry that possesses the elegance of gold. And just like gold, it
is also believed to possess healing powers and bring luck. In India, it is the
most widely used jewelry, next to gold, due to its affordability and
accessibility. Other than jewelry, silver is also used to make utensils,
decoration items; and silver threads are also used in garments, especially
sarees, to add to the elegance of the sarees.
Just like gold, pure silver is very soft and malleable, and can get easily
damaged. So other metals are used to give durability to silver. The most
popular alloy made of silver is sterling silver, which consists of 92.5% silver
and 7.5% copper, because it is considered to be silver’s best companion and
improves the durability of the silver without affecting its beauty.
Platinum
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Platinum is one of the rarest and
purest precious metals. It is so pure that its purity endows it with a
brilliant white luster. Just like white gold, Platinum helps to reflect the
radiance of diamonds. This pure metal comes with an alloy of 90% or higher. It
is also considered to be the most secure metal for gem setting because of its
resistance to damage from corrosion, heat and chemical attack.
Platinum jewelry does not fade or tarnish and is a perfect choice for everyday
wear, and it keeps its looks for a lifetime. In fact, Platinum is so durable
that it is considered as the symbol for everything that is eternal. Also,
Platinum jewelry is the perfect choice for people with sensitive skin as it is
hypoallergenic and does not irritate the skin.
Platinum, being 30% rarer than gold, is the coveted by most individuals looking
for style and elegance.
Platinum is also very fashionable. Platinum jewelry appeals to many people
today because of its subtle beauty and understated elegance. Many platinum
jewelry designs are accented with 18-karat gold, creating a sophisticated,
versatile and fashionable look.
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