Material Composition | Jewelry, decorative items | Industry Standard: Mohs 5-6 hardness (generic turquoise) Our Base: Mohs 5.5-6 (natural Kingman turquoise) ▲ Our Advanced: Mohs 6.5 ▲▲ (enhanced durability) | Base: Stable for bookends; Advanced: Resists scratches in high-use settings | Advanced: Slight brittleness risk; Base: Moderate cost compared to synthetic alternatives |
Color Purity | High-end jewelry, collectibles | Industry Standard: Mixed hues (GIA Grade B) Our Base: Vibrant blue-green (Grade A) ▲ Our Advanced: Enhanced saturation (Grade AA) ▲▲ | Base: Aesthetic appeal for decor; Advanced: Premium appeal for auctions | Base: Limited color consistency; Advanced: Higher price point |
Optical Effects | Decorative displays, luxury items | Industry Standard: No star effect Our Base: Faint 4-ray star (visible under 500lux light) ▲ Our Advanced: Clear 6-ray star (ISO 11667 compliant) ▲▲ | Base: Unique rustic charm; Advanced: Showpiece quality | Base: Requires ideal lighting; Advanced: Sensitive to scratches |
Treatment & Finish | Collectors, ethical buyers | Industry Standard: Resin-filled (ASTM C1818) Our Base: Naturally polished (no fillers) ▲ Our Advanced: Unfilled, hand-polished (GIA certified) ▲▲ | Base: Authenticity for casual buyers; Advanced: Premium certification value | Base: Slightly porous surface; Advanced: Higher maintenance |
Shape & Cut Precision | Custom jewelry, artisan crafts | Industry Standard: Rough cuts (±5mm tolerance) Our Base: Star shape (±2mm symmetry) ▲ Our Advanced: Precision star (±0.5mm symmetry) ▲▲ | Base: Cost-effective for bulk decor; Advanced: Ideal for intricate designs | Base: Less uniform edges; Advanced: Fragile during shaping |
Application Suitability | Home decor, corporate gifting | Industry Standard: General decor (≤5kg weight) Our Base: Stable bookends (7kg) ▲ Our Advanced: Customizable slabs (up to 10kg) ▲▲ | Base: Versatile for offices; Advanced: Tailored for high-end clients | Base: Limited scalability; Advanced: Longer lead times |