Saturday, November 8, 2008
Jewelry Truths
This blog is intended as an information resource site regarding popular myths, misinformation or untruths about collectible costume jewelry that are current on the Internet. This site is not to be used to flame or name specific persons, auctions or website being discussed or to post any pictures that violate copyright laws. Only websites that act as informational resource sites are allowed to be posted. Please do not editorialize. Just state facts
"Platinum Becomes Regulated" A look into our past
Platinum Becomes Regulated
The manufacturing of jewelry was not only influenced by fashion and culture but by changes in government regulations. Metals such as platinum or a combination of platinum with yellow gold had been the choice metal for much of the fine jewelry produced during this period. In France platinum was not recognized as a precious metal until 1910 and was not regulated in the United States until 1975. Changes in government classifications of metals used for jewelry manufacturing altered not only the public’s perception of value but the actual cost of material.
Note: Most jewelry made prior to 1975 in America which is marked Platinum varies in fineness.
The manufacturing of jewelry was not only influenced by fashion and culture but by changes in government regulations. Metals such as platinum or a combination of platinum with yellow gold had been the choice metal for much of the fine jewelry produced during this period. In France platinum was not recognized as a precious metal until 1910 and was not regulated in the United States until 1975. Changes in government classifications of metals used for jewelry manufacturing altered not only the public’s perception of value but the actual cost of material.
Note: Most jewelry made prior to 1975 in America which is marked Platinum varies in fineness.
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