Material Composition | Everyday wear, hypoallergenic needs | Industry Standard: Base metal (nickel alloy) Our Base: Sterling silver + 18k gold plating (2.5 microns, ASTM B488) Our Advanced: Sterling silver + 24k gold plating (3.0 microns) | ▲ Base: Reduced tarnish risk (RoHS compliant) ▲ Advanced: 20% thicker plating (longer durability) | Base: Requires gentle cleaning Advanced: 30% higher cost |
Stone Quality | Formal events, gifting | Industry Standard: Cubic zirconia (ISO 17657) Our Base: Synthetic zircon (ASTM C1299) Our Advanced: Lab-grown zircon + micro-pavé setting | ▲ Base: 1.5x refractive index (sparkle) ▲ Advanced: 2.0x refractive index (enhanced brilliance) | Base: Slightly lower hardness (7/10) Advanced: Complex setting increases price |
Design Complexity | Personalized gifts, fashion styling | Industry Standard: Simple geometric pendants Our Base: Heart + elephant + clover (3D sculpted) Our Advanced: Engraved detailing + movable clover | ▲ Base: 2x more components vs. standard designs ▲ Advanced: Kinetic clover movement (patent-pending) | Base: Heavier than minimalist styles Advanced: Requires careful handling |
Finish Quality | Wedding attire, luxury occasions | Industry Standard: Electroplating (1.0 micron) Our Base: PVD plating (2.5 microns) Our Advanced: IP plating + rhodium coating | ▲ Base: 50% thicker plating (ASTM B488) ▲ Advanced: Triple-layer coating (scratch-resistant) | Base: May show wear after 6–12 months Advanced: 2x polishing time required |
Versatility | Casual to semi-formal wear | Industry Standard: Single-style pendant Our Base: Interchangeable pendant clasp (swap clover/heart) Our Advanced: Detachable elephant charm | ▲ Base: 3 styling options (ISO 11403-3) ▲ Advanced: 5+ combinations | Base: Limited to 2 components Advanced: Adds bulk to outfit |
Customization | Personalized gifts, corporate gifting | Industry Standard: Engraving only Our Base: Color options (rose gold/silver) Our Advanced: Full customization (animal/stone choice) | ▲ Base: 4 color variants available ▲ Advanced: 10+ customization fields (ISO 14213) | Base: Fixed pendant design Advanced: 4–6 week production delay |