PVD options
For custom PVD work, HonHo offers a gold layer generally from 0.03–0.10 μm+, with a standard 0.5 μm titanium nitride layer. The color requirement and agreed specification determine the quotation.
Know what sits beneath the finish
Start with the base metal: stainless steel, brass or 925 sterling silver. Then choose the surface finish and decorative details. These are separate decisions—a gold-colored piece may use any of these metals, and its coating specification matters as much as its appearance.
01 / Stainless steel
Browse stainless steel earrings, rings, necklaces and bracelets, then check the coating and finish stated for each design. If you specifically need 316L, use the dedicated collection and confirm that grade on the product listing rather than treating all stainless steel as 316L.
02 / Brass
The brass edit brings together sculptural shapes, decorative settings and everyday styles. Compare the dimensions and finish before choosing a design. For a custom order, the gold layer, underlayer and protective topcoat can be discussed separately so the quotation reflects the specification you need.
03 / 925 sterling silver
Choose this collection when the silver base is part of your buying brief. Check whether each design has a silver-colored or gold-colored finish, along with the stone details and available sizes. A gold-plated sterling silver piece has a silver base; it is not solid gold.
The surface / Choose a finish
Specify the coating
Color alone is not a coating specification. Use the plating and finish guide to compare layer thicknesses and available protection.
For custom PVD work, HonHo offers a gold layer generally from 0.03–0.10 μm+, with a standard 0.5 μm titanium nitride layer. The color requirement and agreed specification determine the quotation.
For custom brass and sterling silver jewelry, gold electroplating can range from 0.03–5 μm. Underlayers and protective coatings can be quoted to suit the design and color-retention brief.
Custom coating ranges do not describe every ready-stock product. Confirm the specification for the selected item. For a new project, send the design, material, target color and quantity.
Beyond the base metal
A few useful answers
A little detail now makes comparing products easier.
No. Gold plating is a surface layer applied over a base material. Check whether the listing specifies stainless steel, brass or sterling silver beneath that layer.
Do not assume so. Look for 316L in the product specification, or start with the 316L stainless steel collection and confirm the selected item’s grade.
No. A material name alone does not establish how a finished product performs. Confirm the complete specification and any relevant test information for the item and intended market.
HonHo can review brass or 925 silver designs for a PVD route; styles containing cubic zirconia are excluded from this option. Suitability, finish and pricing are confirmed for the design. Read the plating guide or email salesfishhe@gmail.com with your reference.