Platinum - the hidden champion among precious metals

In public perception, the significance of platinum is often underestimated. The fact that platinum is significantly harder and mechanically more stable than gold explains its use in the production of valuable jewelry, as a payment instrument, and as a long-term investment. Equally important is the fact that platinum possesses remarkable catalytic properties, making it increasingly attractive for industrial use. Examples include catalysts in automobiles, as well as in fuel cells. Additionally, there are large-scale processes such as the production of nitric acid.