Define the Product Before the Finish
Confirm the base metal, construction, dimensions, components, solder or joints, stones, surface texture, polishing level, and areas that should or should not receive the finish. The same color description may look different on different surfaces or base preparations.
Reference samples or color standards should be identified carefully. Lighting, photography, screen settings, and production variation can affect visual comparisons, so the approval method should be documented.
Specify the Plating Requirement
Ask which preparation, intermediate layers, gold color or karat description, top coating if any, and thickness or process controls are proposed. If a test method, report, or market requirement matters, state it before quotation and sampling.
Components such as chains, clasps, posts, backs, stones, and assembled parts may require special handling. Confirm whether the sample and production pieces use the same material and finishing route.
Inspection, Care and Claims
Define acceptable color, coverage, surface appearance, protected areas, marks, functional checks, packaging, and any test evidence. Confirm how inspection samples are selected and how a nonconformity is reported.
Care information and durability statements should match the approved product and evidence. Avoid universal waterproof, non-tarnish, hypoallergenic, lifetime, or warranty claims unless they are specifically supported and included in the agreed terms.
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Pendants & Necklaces
Review chain, pendant, closure, finish, and packaging specifications.
Custom Jewelry
Include finish and plating details in an OEM or custom product brief.
How Jewelry MOQ Works
Understand how finish, variants, components, and packaging affect MOQ.