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By: Yaghtin Afshin

When it comes to platinum history, this precious metal goes back a long way. In fact, platinum history can be traced back to Ancient Egypt, which means that the history of this beautiful metal spans around three thousand years. When exploring platinum history you will find that this metal has emerged and then disappeared periodically throughout the ages, but throughout its history platinum has always managed to fascinate and captivate those that have encountered it, very much in the same way that it continues to do so today. A look through platinum’s history shows that this metal has been enjoyed by ancient civilizations, royalty and high society, and today is loved by people from all walks of life.

A brief look at platinum history
Following its first use by the Ancient Egyptians, platinum history shows that Ancient South American Civilizations such as the Incas began to use this metal with gold to make a range of jewelry. However, after this, platinum’s history hit something of a grey area, as the metal seemed to disappear for thousands of years. Platinum history can be traced once again from the late 1500s, where the Spanish conquistadors encountered it and gave it the name platina, translated as "˜little silver’. In the 1700s, platinum became a coveted ingredient amongst European alchemists who used it in an attempt to create gold from lead. Over the next few centuries, this metal found its way into many areas, adorning everything from the fingers of royals to stunning Faberge eggs.

Platinum history over recent years
It was in the early 1900s according to platinum history when the metal was successfully used to make jewelry by Louis Cartier. From thereon the popularity of platinum continued to rise, and today enjoys a huge following amongst a wide range of people, from the rich and famous to everyday folk looking for something unique and special. Platinum’s history reveals that this rare and stunning metal has managed to stand the test of time for thousands of years, and although it has disappeared during that time it has now re-emerged more popular than ever, particularly for platinum wedding bands and platinum diamond rings.

Not only is platinum stunning to behold, but its hypoallergenic properties, high precious metal value, and long-lasting properties make it an extremely popular choice today. Although more expensive than gold, platinum serves as a modern and seductive choice for people from all walks of life.

Afshin Yaghtin, graduated as an English Major from UCLA before earning his Master’s Degree at the University of Wales, in Aberystwyth. He now runs Apples of Gold Jewelry.