Is Pt950 the same as PT950?

Yes. Pt950, PT950, 950Pt, Plat950, 950 all denote the same material — 95.0% platinum. Different markets and eras stamp it differently, but the purity is identical.

How much is Pt950 worth?

Its melt value is the platinum spot price × 0.950 × the weight in grams. Buyers then deduct roughly 5–15% for refining and margin, so a quoted buy-back price sits a little below that theoretical figure.

How do I confirm a Pt950 stamp is genuine?

Look at the mark under 10× magnification for crisp, even strikes, cross-check the weight-to-volume ratio against the expected density (20.7 g/cm³ for this alloy), scan it with the Jewelry Identifier app, and — when it matters — have an XRF test done by an assay office or gemological lab.

* Platinum hallmark

The Pt950 hallmark: meaning, purity & value

95% platinum. The most common platinum purity in Japanese bridal jewelry and US engagement rings. Alloying metals vary by manufacturer and intended hardness/casting properties.

Published May 30, 2026

Quick facts

Metal: Platinum
Purity: 95.0%
Fineness: 950/1000
Common regions: Japan, international
Density: 20.7 g/cm³
Melting point: 1755 °C
Standard: ISO 9202

Stamps that mean the same thing

This purity may be struck into jewelry as any of: Pt950 / PT950 / 950Pt / Plat950 / 950. The mark differs by country and era, but the metal content is identical.

What Pt950 tells you

95% platinum. The most common platinum purity in Japanese bridal jewelry and US engagement rings. Alloying metals vary by manufacturer and intended hardness/casting properties.

How to value it

The melt value of a Pt950 piece is platinum spot price × 0.950 × weight (g). A buyer typically deducts 5–15% for assay, refining, and margin, so the cash offer lands just under that figure. Stones and complex settings are usually excluded from the metal weight.

How to check it yourself

Examine the stamp under a 10× loupe — genuine marks are crisp and evenly struck, not doubled or smeared.
Confirm the mark reads Pt950 or an equivalent such as PT950.
Weigh the piece and estimate its volume — the density should land near 20.7 g/cm³ for this alloy.
Photograph it in the Jewelry Identifier app to read the metal, hallmark, and any gemstones from the image.
For a binding result, have an assay office or gemological lab run an XRF purity test.

Sources

Platinum Guild International specifications
ISO 9202:2019
Wikidata Q880

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FAQ

Q. Is Pt950 the same as PT950?: A. Yes. Pt950, PT950, 950Pt, Plat950, 950 all denote the same material — 95.0% platinum. Different markets and eras stamp it differently, but the purity is identical.
Q. How much is Pt950 worth?: A. Its melt value is the platinum spot price × 0.950 × the weight in grams. Buyers then deduct roughly 5–15% for refining and margin, so a quoted buy-back price sits a little below that theoretical figure.
Q. How do I confirm a Pt950 stamp is genuine?: A. Look at the mark under 10× magnification for crisp, even strikes, cross-check the weight-to-volume ratio against the expected density (20.7 g/cm³ for this alloy), scan it with the Jewelry Identifier app, and — when it matters — have an XRF test done by an assay office or gemological lab.

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