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- Atomic number: 78
- Atomic symbol: Pt
- Pure platinum is a greyish-white color
- Metal is resistant to heat and corrosion
- Metal is an excellent conductor of electricity
- Melting point: 1,947.52 degrees Fahrenheit (1,064.18 degrees Celsius)
- First used by pre-Columbian natives in South America
- First discovered by Europeans: 1557Elementymology & Elements: Platinum
- Price (2008): $2,035 per ounce
- More than twice as expensive as goldKitco: Live Market Quotes
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Platinum is the 78th element in the periodic table, and is represented by the symbol Pt. Solid formations of platinum are a greyish-white metal. Much like gold, platinum is a precious metal because of its aesthetic and scientific qualities.
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Early History
Pre-Columbian South American natives were the first known people to refine and use platinum. It was not until Spanish explorers colonized the New World that platinum became known to the western world. The first documented European record of platinum was written in 1557 by Julius Scaliger. -
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Platinum on Amazon
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Pokémon Platinum: Prima Official Game Guide - $19.99
Welcome back to the Sinnoh region where there are even more mysteries and challenges to unlock! We take you back to Sinnoh in the Official Pokémon Platinum Strategy...Amazon
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Pinocchio (Two-Disc 70th Anniversary Platinum Edition) - $29.99
Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Walt Disney's Pinocchio! The legendary masterpiece that inspired millions to believe in their dreams has reawakened with an all-new, stat...Amazon
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Drinkwell Platinum 6-Chamber Replacement Filters, 3-per Package - $11.49
The Drinkwell® Premium Filters feature six compartments of charcoal! This evenly distributes the charcoal for a longer lasting, deeper water filtration. More charcoal is added to ...Amazon
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Pokemon Platinum - $34.99
Pokémon Platinum features a new story full of adventure, never-before-seen forms of powerful Pokémon--including the legendary Giratina’s Origin Forme--and the Distortion World, a m...Amazon
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Platinum Overlay Sterling Silver 5mm Round Cubic Zirconia Four-prong Stud Earrings - $25.00
A versatile classic, these solitaire earrings will add a touch of dazzle to any outfit. Crafted in platinum-plated sterling silver, they showcase 5mm rounds of sparkling clear cubi...Amazon
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Platinum Questions
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how to get past the battle area to the resort area on pokemon platinumif u need to get to the resort area, just keep heading east on the island. make sure that u have a pokemon that knows surf, cut, rock smash, rock climb. but mak... read more
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Platinum on Amazon
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Pokémon Platinum: Prima Official Game Guide - $19.99
Welcome back to the Sinnoh region where there are even more mysteries and challenges to unlock! We take you back to Sinnoh in the Official Pokémon Platinum Strategy...Amazon
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Pinocchio (Two-Disc 70th Anniversary Platinum Edition) - $29.99
Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Walt Disney's Pinocchio! The legendary masterpiece that inspired millions to believe in their dreams has reawakened with an all-new, stat...Amazon
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Drinkwell Platinum 6-Chamber Replacement Filters, 3-per Package - $11.49
The Drinkwell® Premium Filters feature six compartments of charcoal! This evenly distributes the charcoal for a longer lasting, deeper water filtration. More charcoal is added to ...Amazon
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Pokemon Platinum - $34.99
Pokémon Platinum features a new story full of adventure, never-before-seen forms of powerful Pokémon--including the legendary Giratina’s Origin Forme--and the Distortion World, a m...Amazon
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Platinum Overlay Sterling Silver 5mm Round Cubic Zirconia Four-prong Stud Earrings - $25.00
A versatile classic, these solitaire earrings will add a touch of dazzle to any outfit. Crafted in platinum-plated sterling silver, they showcase 5mm rounds of sparkling clear cubi...Amazon
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Platinum on Amazon
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Pokémon Platinum: Prima Official Game Guide - $19.99
Welcome back to the Sinnoh region where there are even more mysteries and challenges to unlock! We take you back to Sinnoh in the Official Pokémon Platinum Strategy...Amazon
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Pinocchio (Two-Disc 70th Anniversary Platinum Edition) - $29.99
Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Walt Disney's Pinocchio! The legendary masterpiece that inspired millions to believe in their dreams has reawakened with an all-new, stat...Amazon
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Drinkwell Platinum 6-Chamber Replacement Filters, 3-per Package - $11.49
The Drinkwell® Premium Filters feature six compartments of charcoal! This evenly distributes the charcoal for a longer lasting, deeper water filtration. More charcoal is added to ...Amazon
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Pokemon Platinum - $34.99
Pokémon Platinum features a new story full of adventure, never-before-seen forms of powerful Pokémon--including the legendary Giratina’s Origin Forme--and the Distortion World, a m...Amazon
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Platinum Overlay Sterling Silver 5mm Round Cubic Zirconia Four-prong Stud Earrings - $25.00
A versatile classic, these solitaire earrings will add a touch of dazzle to any outfit. Crafted in platinum-plated sterling silver, they showcase 5mm rounds of sparkling clear cubi...Amazon
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wow!! fearless platinum edition one of the best albums ever really guys u should check it out good job @taylorswift13
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@aiki14 good point. I do own both gold & silver and been longtime bull. Been thinking about adding platinum. $$
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Just threw out my back. Hooray to Robax Platinum (I think). It has yet to be determined whether the meds are working. #backache #Robaxacet
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wow!! fearless platinum edition one of the best albums ever really guys u should check it out good job @taylorswift13
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@aiki14 good point. I do own both gold & silver and been longtime bull. Been thinking about adding platinum. $$
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Just threw out my back. Hooray to Robax Platinum (I think). It has yet to be determined whether the meds are working. #backache #Robaxacet
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On Twitter Powered by Twitter
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wow!! fearless platinum edition one of the best albums ever really guys u should check it out good job @taylorswift13
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@aiki14 good point. I do own both gold & silver and been longtime bull. Been thinking about adding platinum. $$
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Just threw out my back. Hooray to Robax Platinum (I think). It has yet to be determined whether the meds are working. #backache #Robaxacet
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