PGI and GIA to Launch Interactive Platinum Reference Tool

(IDEX Online News) – Platinum Guild International (PGI-USA) and GIA (Gemological Institute of America) have launched an interactive platinum reference tool that consists of a series of focused demonstrations, including video, illustration and detailed benchmarks for quality assurance in platinum jewelry.

The aim of the platform, which will be available on the Platinum Guild website and can be accessed with iPads and smartphones, is to develop a standard of quality for the platinum bench, or quality assurance benchmarks. Examples of reference modules include platinum ring sizing, identification and characteristics of alloys and stone setting in platinum.

“GIA creates comprehensive learning experiences for all of our courses in gems and jewelry,” said Bev Hori, GIA vice president and chief learning officer. “We recognize the importance of developing and teaching consistent and reliable methods for quality assurance benchmarking and are very pleased to have worked with PGI to create this interactive tool for evaluating and making platinum jewelry.”

The platinum reference tool will officially go live in the fall.