It takes an especially talented and trained individual to work with the precious metal Platinum. Due to its higher melting point then that of gold or silver, platinum has to be handled carefully. There is no equivalent to platinum when it comes to strength and durability, and the arduous process of smelting platinum makes it one of the rarest metals in the world. Some of the World's finest gemstones, such as the Hope Diamond, are housed in platinum settings.
Avant Garde jewelers are GIA trained in platinum smithing and custom platinum casting.