Why Platinum?

So you're shopping for an engagement ring or maybe you're looking to upgrade the look of your existing ring. You hear many people say platinum is a stronger and tougher metal than gold. The truth is, yes it is. However this doesn't mean it is scratch proof, in fact it scratches more easily. Its heavy density will make the piece heavier, and since cost is by weight it will also be costlier than gold. Platinum is more expensive as it is nearly used in its purest form with only 5-10% of alloys, something to keep in mind. It is also the metal of choice for very delicately constructed pieces, since it is a harder metal, it will ensure that the stones will be held securely. When the design of a ring doesn't have a fragile construction, you might as well go for white gold.

Another important factor why platinum could be the right choice for you is if you have allergy to gold. Well no one can really be allergic to this eternal metal which is gold, it is the whitening agent (nickel) in the alloys mixed with the gold that can cause sensitivity to some people. The small amount of allows added to platinum will be another form of platinum group metal.

One great reason to choose platinum over white gold is that its native color is white, unlike the gold which receives its whiteness from the added alloys and with time will need re-polishing and re-dipping to regain the bright white finish. Platinum also isn't as white as the gold, somewhat grey white, this flatters the diamonds making them that much brighter, even color gemstones shine. The color grey will always enhance the color it accompanies, even in clothing; wear grey pants with a fushia top and that top's color will be brighter.

When ordering a platinum piece, keep in mind that platinum melts at higher temperatures and requires different tools and special skills and most often will take longer to create.

Overall, platinum is a metal that demands better skilled smiths and must be done right from the get go, unlike gold, it is very difficult to correct platinum if there are issues in the design. Therefore, platinum jewelry is made sure to be made perfectly in the first place and tends to be more "exclusive".

Hope this helps in your decision, I personally like my gold, the eternal metal, but there's something to be said about platinum isn't there?

The Key to Her Heart

The key to her heart comes in white diamonds.

Shown here a custom made key in white gold with antique finish. The key was first drawn, inspired by the many shapes of hearts, it was then rendered in a 3D computer software for perfect lines and curves. The outcome is a detailed model which is cast in gold and set in brilliant round diamonds, finally hand polished to a perfect shine.

It is an enchanting piece of jewelry, one that can become an heirloom. If you wish to add different stones, we can. Or even if you need the key shape to be more customized to a particular style you like, we can make it. The beauty of custom work is that we can turn your own vision into reality.

Energize your sex life -with garnets, January's birthstone.

Garnet Dangle Earrings:

Here's some history about January's birthstone, the garnet. In antiquity it was famous for its inner sparkle, and the most famous garnet of all was called "wise one" decorating the crown of German emperor in 912-973. Also it was often found decorating the weapons of nights and warriors.

In Indian mythology garnet is known as "Kundalini fire" which is that sensation beginning at the base of your spine and rising rapidly upwards, with a sudden surge of energy. The rise of kundalini energy is also called "the Serpentine Fire". (more about Kundalini Fire).

Legend says that garnet gives wisdom to the wearer but when it comes to its healing properties, garnet is said to strengthen blood circulation and the heart, and if that doesn't help energize your sex life, well... There's always magic, mystics believed garnet had magical powers and could brighten dark souls and bring hope.

This gemstone is found in India, Africa, Australia, Mohemia, Canada and is best known in the color red, but it also comes in dark red, rust red, yellow, green and black. It isn't a very hard stone, ranging 7 to 7.5 on the mohs scale.

Although garnet is January's official birthstone, it is particularly good for those born under the astrological sign of Aries and Scorpio.

If you own a garnet, don't forget to recharge it by placing it in the sun!