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Originally posted by KappaStargirl
That is absolutely not true, says my metallurgist father. Gold is actually a soft metal and can be scratched without too much effort. Gold can also be damaged by the acids in paper, which is why I'm getting a platinum ring. Platinum is tough and much more rare than gold, which is why it costs more. It's more resistant to the elements and is more difficult to shape into jewelry, which is why PT jewelry is more expensive. It will also last longer. The prongs on a PT ring will not get worn down as quickly as gold, which is VERY important in keeping your diamond safe.
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I think I will take the proof that every piece of platinum I have had for only a few years has a zillion scratches on it and girl I work with who *had* to have a platinum ring had to replace it for the same reason...and we have cushy internet jobs that dont put a ton of wear and tear on our jewlery lol
