Material Authenticity | High-end jewelry, collector pieces | Industry Standard: Synthetic corundum (e.g., lab-created star stones) Our Base: Natural ruby (GIA-certified) Our Advanced: Natural ruby with traceability (ISO 17025 tested) | ▲ Our Advanced: 100% natural origin verified via blockchain (reduces fraud) ▲ Base: 99.9% purity (ASTM C128) | Higher cost for natural vs synthetic alternatives |
Size Versatility | Custom jewelry, mixed-setting projects | Industry Standard: 3–10mm limited sizes Our Base: 3–22mm (15+ sizes) Our Advanced: 3–22mm + ±0.1mm precision (ISO 10360) | ▲ Advanced: ±0.1mm tolerance (ideal for intricate settings) ▲ Base: 20+ sizes for DIY flexibility | Smaller sizes may require specialized tools for handling |
Star Clarity | Luxury jewelry, showcase pieces | Industry Standard: 2–4 star visibility (under direct light) Our Base: 4–6 star visibility (ISO 13696) Our Advanced: 6–8 star visibility + 360° sharpness (ASTM E2854) | ▲ Advanced: Visible under indirect light (great for low-light events) ▲ Base: Clear star effect in most lighting | Advanced requires premium cutting, increasing cost by 30% |
Durability | Everyday wear, heirloom pieces | Industry Standard: Mohs 8 hardness (e.g., quartz) Our Base: Mohs 9 hardness (ruby’s natural property) Our Advanced: Mohs 9 + scratch-resistant coating (ASTM C633) | ▲ Advanced: Resists scratches 50% better than untreated stones ▲ Base: Naturally durable for daily use | Coating may wear off over decades |
Application Flexibility | Jewelry making, DIY crafts | Industry Standard: Limited to pendants/necklaces Our Base: Earrings, rings, bracelets (3mm–22mm range) Our Advanced: All applications + 8mm–22mm for statement pieces | ▲ Base: Suitable for 90% jewelry types (earrings, rings, etc.) ▲ Advanced: 14mm–22mm ideal for bold designs | Smaller sizes (3–8mm) may not suit heavy rings |
Hole Customization | Custom pendants, wirework | Industry Standard: Fixed 3–5mm holes Our Base: 3–15mm holes (ISO 52922) Our Advanced: 3–18mm + 0.5mm increments (ASTM F42) | ▲ Advanced: 36 hole size options (supports fine wire art) ▲ Base: 12 hole sizes for standard jewelry | Advanced customization adds 20% to production time |