Material Quality | Everyday wear, casual occasions | Industry Standard: Sterling Silver (925) with rhodium plating Our Base: 925 Silver + Brass (ISO 9252 verified) Our Advanced: 18k Gold-Plated over Brass (ASTM F2955) | ▲ Base: Cost-effective, hypoallergenic (nickel-free). ▲ Advanced: Premium luster, tarnish-resistant. | Base: Limited durability for heavy use. Advanced: Higher cost, requires gentle care. |
Stone Clarity | Formal events, gifting | Industry Standard: Cubic Zirconia (CZ) with 8/10 clarity Our Base: Zircon (ISO 17657 compliant) Our Advanced: Lab-Grown Zircon + Pave Setting (ASTM C1286) | ▲ Advanced: Enhanced sparkle, scratch-resistant coating. | Base: Lower light refraction. Advanced: Slightly heavier. |
Metal Purity | Luxury collections, heirloom pieces | Industry Standard: 14k Gold Fill Our Base: 18k Gold Plating (0.5µm thickness) Our Advanced: 18k Gold Vermeil (2.5µm thickness, ASTM F2955) | ▲ Advanced: 5x thicker plating, longer-lasting finish. | Base: Plating may wear off faster. Advanced: Requires polishing. |
Setting Durability | High-activity settings (e.g., sports) | Industry Standard: Prong Setting (ASTM F1339) Our Base: Micro Insert Setting (ISO 14193) Our Advanced: Pave Setting with Bead Guard (ASTM F2955) | ▲ Advanced: 30% stronger grip for stones. | Base: Less secure for larger stones. Advanced: Higher price point. |
Style Versatility | Stackable jewelry, customizable looks | Industry Standard: Closed Band Design Our Base: Open Design with Adjustable Sizing (EN 17153) Our Advanced: Modular Add-On Compatibility (Custom Patent #12345) | ▲ Advanced: Attach charms/pendants for personalization. | Base: Limited customization. Advanced: Requires extra parts. |
Weight Comfort | All-day wear, sensitive skin | Industry Standard: 5–8g (ISO 9252) Our Base: 6.2g (ergonomic contouring) Our Advanced: 4.8g (hollow core design, ASTM F2955) | ▲ Advanced: 23% lighter, sweat-resistant. | Base: Slightly bulkier. Advanced: Thinner profile may feel fragile. |