The ancient Egyptians were the first to use platinum.
Early Use of Platinum
According to historical information, the history of platinum traces back to the ancient Egyptians. More than 3,000 years ago, they created gold jewelry containing traces of platinum.
- This wasn't intentional alloying; rather, platinum was a natural component of the ores they sourced from Nubia.
- So while not intentionally isolated and utilized, platinum was present in their crafted items.
| Civilization | Time Period | Use of Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Egyptians | 3,000 years ago | Gold jewelry with traces of platinum, likely due to its presence in gold ores from Nubia. |
