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Old 7 September 2009, 05:05 AM   #1
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A Platinum question

What is the fineness of the platinum used in Rolex watches? Of course the gold is 18k (.750 fine), but is the platinum alloyed?

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Old 7 September 2009, 06:54 AM   #2
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i guess it should be 950... most jewellery is 950pt... experts will chime in...
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Old 7 September 2009, 07:18 AM   #3
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platinum is hallmarked 950
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Old 7 September 2009, 08:01 AM   #4
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As above, platinum is 950 :)
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Old 7 September 2009, 08:34 AM   #5
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A perfect material. Doesn't need much tweaking. Someday I'll have a watch made of it.
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What a fine material to make a watch from...Now if I could just afford it.....not likely
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