The Symbolism of Platinum in an Engagement Ring

Engagement rings have a very long history that dates back thousands of years. Rings were given in ancient times as not only a token of commitment but also as a way to prove a potential match had the resources to take care of the bride. Over the centuries, many aspects of rings have gained symbolic importance. Although times have changed, the symbolism can still help you to decide on a ring’s designs and components. This blog post is part of a series on engagement ring symbolism I think you might enjoy.

Platinum is a popular choice for engagement rings because of its symbolism of strength, and everlasting love. The strength is, of course, because platinum is a very strong metal that is also very durable. The everlasting aspect is very interesting. Did you know that if platinum is scratched, nothing is taken away. You’ll have a groove in the metal but there will be no metal shavings like with other metal. It’s an interesting quality to platinum and the reason that there is a concept of everlasting nature to it. And a strong love that’s everlasting is pretty attractive for an engagement ring, right?

Platinum is a rare metal, too, of course. In fact, if you add up all of the metal that has ever been mined, you’re not looking at much at all. According to current estimates, all the platinum ever mined in human history would amount to just over ten thousand metric tons. That’s in all of human history. You know how much that is? All of it could fit inside of a typical American garage! All of the platinum humanity has ever found could fit in one garage! So, platinum also symbolizes a rare love, and it does so pretty dramatically. 

Because it symbolizes rarity, everlasting love, and strength; platinum can amplify the symbolism of gems. An emerald ring changes from new beginnings to constant new beginnings. A diamond’s unbreakable commitment becomes an everlasting, strong, and loving commitment. Strength and loyalty. Strength and passion. Strength and protection. All of those meanings can come together in a platinum ring.

If you’re looking for a platinum engagement ring in San Diego, I hope you’ll reach out to me. Of course, I can help you with any engagement ring at all. Get in touch or drop by my La Jolla showroom. You’ll be glad you did.

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