I know this topic has been covered once or twice, but I am looking for input on platinum alloys, specifically about a large men's wedding band, as opposed to a narrow ring or one that must hold a stone.
The ring I am interested in is here:
http://www.gemvara.com/jewelry/rise-band-7mm-wide/mens-platinum-ring/j411r
The ring is only offered in 950Pt/Ir, which is one of the weakest alloys that can be offered. Obvious advantages for the jeweler, but I am concerned if this will actually hold up over time. As I mentioned, there is no strength concern related to holding a stone. My concern is with the ability to resist scratching and resist deformation. I am a fairly hands-on kind of guy, but I will be taking this off while at work.
Would I be better off with 14k gold for the same ring? In my mind the platinum ring is a better value (gold is cheaper initially but replating costs over years makes it more expensive), but I would go to the gold if it would be more durable or have more benefit from being frequently cleaned and replated. Sorry - I do not know the gold alloy used by Gemvara.
Thanks in advance.
The ring I am interested in is here:
http://www.gemvara.com/jewelry/rise-band-7mm-wide/mens-platinum-ring/j411r
The ring is only offered in 950Pt/Ir, which is one of the weakest alloys that can be offered. Obvious advantages for the jeweler, but I am concerned if this will actually hold up over time. As I mentioned, there is no strength concern related to holding a stone. My concern is with the ability to resist scratching and resist deformation. I am a fairly hands-on kind of guy, but I will be taking this off while at work.
Would I be better off with 14k gold for the same ring? In my mind the platinum ring is a better value (gold is cheaper initially but replating costs over years makes it more expensive), but I would go to the gold if it would be more durable or have more benefit from being frequently cleaned and replated. Sorry - I do not know the gold alloy used by Gemvara.
Thanks in advance.