Material Composition | Daily Wear, Sensitive Skin | Industry Standard: Zinc alloy (no certification) ▲ Our Base: ASTM F138 stainless steel ▲ Our Advanced: ISO 5832-1 surgical-grade (hypoallergenic) | Base offers durability; Advanced ensures biocompatibility. | Base may be heavier; Advanced is costlier. |
Gemstone Type | Formal Events, Engagement | Industry Standard: Acrylic (scratch-prone) ▲ Our Base: Cubic zirconia (ISO 17651 clarity) ▲ Our Advanced: 15-layer imitation pearl (ASTM C1585) | Base provides sparkle; Advanced mimics real pearl aesthetics. | Acrylic lacks durability; Advanced requires careful handling. |
Plating Finish | Religious Ceremonies, Formal | Industry Standard: 2 micron electroplate ▲ Our Base: 2.5 micron 24K gold (ISO 2818) ▲ Our Advanced: Rhodium-plated gold (3 microns, ASTM B488) | Base looks luxurious; Advanced resists tarnish longer. | Base may wear faster; Advanced adds cost. |
Setting Technology | Active Lifestyle, Casual Wear | Industry Standard: Prong setting (0.5mm edge) ▲ Our Base: Bezel (ISO 8062 precision) ▲ Our Advanced: Double-bezel (ASTM F2992) | Base secures stones better; Advanced prevents loss. | Prong may snag; Advanced is bulkier. |
Religious Symbolism | Christian Occasions, Symbolic | Industry Standard: No designs ▲ Our Base: Engraved cross (ASTM F2992) ▲ Our Advanced: 3D engraved (ISO 8060) | Base adds meaning; Advanced has depth. | Non-religious may find it less versatile. |
Allergen Safety | Sensitive Skin, Long-term Wear | Industry Standard: Uncoated metals ▲ Our Base: Passivated steel (ISO 1581) ▲ Our Advanced: Nickel-free hypoallergenic (ASTM F138) | Base reduces irritation; Advanced is medical-grade. | Base may still cause minor reactions; Advanced is pricier. |