The Platinum Bench

Renowned platinum smith Jurgen J. Maerz, director of technical education for Platinum Guild International USA, shows how platinum isn’t difficult, just different—and, with the help of these step-by-step, illustrated lessons, it can be easy. The Platinum Bench provides comprehensive instruction on a variety of bench techniques, from resizing rings and replacing heads to making a platinum band with 18k inlay. It also includes guides to selecting platinum alloys, preparing for platinum bench work, and casting platinum in a small shop.