Platinum

Last time, we talked about nickel allergies. Nickel is a metal commonly found in jewelry and in household items that may cause some people to experience an allergic reaction. In fine jewelry, nickel is sometimes blended into white gold and stainless steel products to give the metal a bright and polished tone and to resist tarnish.

Krikawa Jewelry Designs is a responsible manufacturer of nickel-free products. In our response to customers who choose nickel-free products, we offer an affordable and safe alternative. For individuals who enjoy the finish and appearance of the white metals, we highly recommend platinum.

Platinum signifies the ultimate standard in precious metals for the following reasons:

• Platinum jewelry carries a purity level between 90-95%, and if featured in a platinum alloy, it is blended with other platinum-group metals. As a result, the customer gets more platinum metal for the purchase price while avoiding lower grade metals in gold alloys.
• Platinum is 30 times more rare than gold.
• Platinum is very durable. Though no metal is totally resistant to scratching, platinum is much more resistant, tolerates constant wear, and holds stones securely in their mounts.
• Unlike white gold which is bleached with nickel and needs replating to retain its color, platinum is naturally white and will not tarnish.
• Platinum is a highly dense material, thus providing jewelry with a characteristically weighty and sturdy feel that is appealing.

The best ways to deal with nickel allergies are to stay alert to substances that trigger a reaction, to talk with a trusted medical professional about your skin, and to select jewelry made with your hypoallergenic needs in mind. Should you choose to do business with us, please allow us to show that our jewelry is responsible, truly unique, and breathtaking all at once.