I found a jeweler I really like, and they technically use a 91/9 iridium alloy so they are legally allowed to mark it as platinum. I also know that for a piece to be marked as platinum it can have no component more than 10% other than platinum. Some say the ruthenium alloy is the best because it is the hardest, while others insists the iridium makes better rings, while still others suggest that iridium is a cheaper material. I've gotten a lot of mixed messages about these options. There is also a 90% platinum 10% iridium alloy which many jewelers like. It seems the most common options are 95% platinum with either 5% cobalt, iridium, or ruthenium which all have different hardnesses. The really confusing thing is what alloy I should be looking for. I was told this would be the better option because any scratches on a matte or satin finish will look really out of place, whereas enough scratches on the polished surface will look more even. I'm pretty sure this means I want the polished finish. I've decided on a platinum ring, but there seem to be more options than I can process.Įssentially, I don't plan to polish my ring very much, but rather I will let the patina develop on it as well as let scratches stay on the ring. My fiancee had no problems finding a ring she liked, but I could use some help. ![]() Hi all, I am a male who has recently got engaged and one of the items to take care of before the wedding is to get wedding bands.
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