Are these bands suitable for daily wear?

Platinum possesses exceptional strength and resistance to wear, making these bands resilient enough for everyday use. Plain metal rings handle constant friction particularly well. Set rings require occasional inspection of the claws or channels to ensure the diamonds remain secure over decades of use.

How do I identify the Art Deco style?

Art Deco pieces display strict symmetry, sharp angles, and repeating geometric motifs. Jewellers used channel settings and millegrain borders to create clean, architectural lines. This aesthetic contrasts sharply with the flowing curves of earlier Edwardian and Victorian designs.

Can platinum bands be resized?

Jewellers with experience in antique pieces can resize most platinum bands by adding or removing a small section of metal from the shank. Plain bands present straightforward adjustments. Full eternity rings pose difficulties because the continuous stone setting leaves no plain metal section to alter.

What is the difference between platinum and white gold?

Platinum is a naturally white, dense precious metal used in its pure state without plating. White gold is an alloy of yellow gold mixed with white metals and typically plated with rhodium to enhance brightness. Over time, white gold may require replating, whereas platinum retains its natural colour.