Material Composition | Jewelry, Decorative Art | Industry Standard: Quartz (ISO 17682 compliant) Our Base: Agate + Opal blend (Natural untreated) Our Advanced: Enhanced Agate (▲15% translucency via ISO 718) | Base: Unique dendritic patterns (organic beauty) Advanced: Superior light transmission (ideal for backlighting) | Base: Less durable than quartz (Mohs 6.5) Advanced: Higher cost due to processing |
Color & Clarity | Fashion Accessories, Collectibles | Industry Standard: Single-color quartz (ASTM C1240) Our Base: White with black dendritic inclusions Our Advanced: Gradient hues (▲20% color depth via CIE Lab*) | Base: Natural "tree-like" patterns (rare aesthetic) Advanced: Customizable color gradients (trendy appeal) | Base: Limited color uniformity Advanced: Requires specialized lighting to showcase |
Shape & Finish | Rough Gemstone Displays, DIY Projects | Industry Standard: Polished cabochons (ISO 17682) Our Base: Rough, uncut (natural texture) Our Advanced: Faceted + rough hybrid (▲30% surface area retention) | Base: Authentic "raw" look (collectors' preference) Advanced: Combines polish with natural edges (modern rustic style) | Base: Requires cutting for jewelry Advanced: Complex shaping increases fragility risk |
Treatment & Certification | High-End Jewelry, Museum Displays | Industry Standard: Treated for clarity (GIA Type I) Our Base: Untreated (GIA Type II natural) Our Advanced: Stabilized (▲50% durability via ASTM C39) | Base: 100% natural (certified by AGTA) Advanced: Resists cracking under stress (ideal for rings) | Base: Susceptible to scratches Advanced: Chemical stabilization may reduce authenticity value |
Durability | Daily Wear Jewelry, Travel Souvenirs | Industry Standard: Mohs 7+ (quartz) Our Base: Mohs 6.5 (natural agate) Our Advanced: Mohs 7 (▲15% hardness via heat treatment) | Base: Lightweight (2.6 g/cm³) for comfort Advanced: Resists scratches from daily wear | Base: Avoid abrasive surfaces Advanced: Heat treatment may alter natural inclusions |
Application Suitability | Party Decor, Event Displays | Industry Standard: Generic gemstones (no specific use case) Our Base: "Party-ready" translucency (▲40% light diffusion vs standard agate) Our Advanced: UV-reactive coating (▲50% visibility under blacklight) | Base: Creates ambient glow in dim settings Advanced: Interactive displays (e.g., glowing centerpieces) | Base: Requires backlighting Advanced: Coating may peel over time |