Diamond Jewellery vs Platinum – Which One to Choose?

So, you are planning to do some jewellery shopping, but are wondering whether to opt for diamond jewellery or platinum sets? Read on so you can compare the two, and make the right choice:

 

Diamonds lend themselves to exquisite creativity

Both platinum and diamond are special, and durable. Platinum is highly durable and among the most expensive of metals that is used in jewellery. Although it is among the most expensive and rarest of precious metals, it is diamond that wins the day in terms of the price tag. Diamond is the more versatile of the two, and with a diamond, the jeweller’s imagination has no bounds.

 

Diamonds are evergreen favourites

• The platinum market is still at an early stage as compared to the diamond market, which is a market that has been doing really well. Aesthetics-wise, the diamond is still a favourite.

• Diamond is a traditional jewellery choice, but also lends itself well to contemporary designs and patterns. With diamond jewellery, you have a wide choice of jewels, from not just bracelets or engagement rings, but also to bangles, necklaces and earrings.

• Polki or uncut diamond gold jewellery are also used a lot in traditional diamond jewellery. The jewellery making tradition of Rajputana, Awadh, Banaras etc also use a lot of pokli/uncut diamonds.

 

For special occasions, diamonds still rule

There are certain occasions that call for a diamond set rather than platinum. One of them is your wedding, for instance. Who wouldn’t want a dazzling diamond necklace or stunning diamond bangles for the occasion? You may opt for platinum jewellery, but it won’t make quite the same impact as diamonds. Even if you opt for platinum, you’d want to get it studded with diamonds. An important part of bridal jewellery today is uncut/polki diamond sets which are gaining in popularity because they have a traditional look and are also grand.

Yet another occasion when you want to opt for diamond rather than platinum is a special anniversary. Although platinum is a symbol of everything that lasts long, nothing speaks of a special occasion than a solitaire. An engagement is a special occasion, and platinum bands are sought after, but if you want to make a real impression, pop the question with a diamond ring.

 

Rare metal vs rare stone

Diamonds and platinum are very different from each other; while platinum is a metal, diamond is an allotropic form of carbon. Your diamond jewellery would require metal, and you could opt for platinum as the setting. The white shine of the platinum will probably be the most ideal metal for diamonds.

 

Go ahead, buy that diamond set!

Now that you know the differences, choose a diamond set at one of the reputed stores/brands, and ask for certification. The certification is a very important aspect of buying a diamond, and make sure the certificate is from a well-known and recognised lab.

When you buy from a well-known brand and a diamond boutique, you will be carefully shown all the sets, and you can make your choice after looking at all the pieces in privacy. You could even get diamond sets designed by experts.

 

POLL: What would you choose for a special occasion – diamond or platinum – and why?