Material Quality | Casual Wear | Basic alloy (unplated) | Cost-effective, lightweight | Prone to tarnishing (▲) (ASTM F2930 compliance required) |
| Semi-Formal | Alloy with rhinestone inlay (ASTM F2930 compliant) | Enhanced sparkle, durable base layer (▲) | Moderate cost increase vs. basic materials |
| Formal Events | 14K gold-plated alloy (EN 1713 plating standard) | Luxury aesthetic, tarnish-resistant (▲▲) | Highest price tier (▲▲) |
Stone Setting | Everyday Use | Simple prong setting (2-prong) | Affordable, minimal maintenance | Limited light reflection (▲) |
| Occasions | Claw setting with 4-prong secure hold (ISO 9001 certified) | Maximizes stone brilliance, secure fit (▲) | Requires careful handling (▲) |
| Premium Gifts | Micro-pave claw setting (6-prong, 0.2mm precision) | Premium sparkle, industry-leading durability (▲▲) | Custom-order only (▲▲) |
Main Stone Type | Casual | Plastic rhinestones (10x8mm) | Lightweight, budget-friendly | Fades over 6 months (▲) (ISO 750 standard) |
| Parties | Alloy-backed crystal (12x10mm, 1.2ct total weight) | Long-lasting shine, 24-month durability (▲) (ASTM C1585) | Heavier than plastic (▲) |
| Weddings/Gifts | Swarovski crystals (14x12mm, 1.5ct) | Museum-quality clarity, 36-month warranty (▲▲) (ISO 14624) | 30% cost premium vs. standard (▲▲) |
Design Complexity | Everyday | Simple geometric shapes (e.g., arrow) | Versatile styling, unisex appeal | Limited uniqueness (▲) |
| Occasions | Music note-inspired pattern with chain detail (ISO 216 design standard) | Themed gift appeal, dynamic aesthetic (▲) | Requires careful storage (▲) |
| Formal Events | 3D music note with layered crystal accents (EN 13556 precision) | Showstopping detail, collectible value (▲▲) | Fragile compared to flat designs (▲▲) |
Customization Options | Bulk Orders | No personalization | Lowest cost option | One-size-fits-all (▲) |
| Personal Gifts | Engraving (up to 10 characters) (ISO 80600 standard) | Personal touch, ideal for gifts (▲) | Limited text space (▲) |
| Corporate Gifts | Full customization (engraving + color choice) (ASTM E2802) | Branding flexibility, high-end perception (▲▲) | Extended lead time (▲▲) |
Durability | Daily Wear | Base alloy coating (5μm thickness) | Sufficient for casual use | Scratches visible after 3 months (▲) (ASTM B487) |
| Semi-Regular | Hardened alloy coating (10μm, ASTM B487) | Resists minor abrasions (▲) | Not recommended for heavy use (▲) |
| Professional | Nano-coated alloy (20μm, ISO 14577) | Military-grade scratch resistance (▲▲) | Requires specialized cleaning (▲▲) |