Know what sits beneath the finish

Wholesale Jewelry Materials

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.

Gold and silver tone jewelry arranged on light stone display blocks
Silver tone chain bracelet with gold tone hoops, rings and a pendant on dark slate

01 / Stainless steel

Stainless Steel Jewelry

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.

Earrings · Rings · Necklaces · Bracelets

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Gold tone sculptural earrings, cuff and necklace from the brass jewelry collection

02 / Brass

Brass Jewelry

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.

Earrings · Rings · Necklaces

Bracelets · Anklets

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Silver tone earrings, rings, bracelet and necklace on ivory fabric

03 / 925 sterling silver

925 Sterling Silver Jewelry

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.

Earrings · Rings · Necklaces

Bracelets · Anklets

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Specify the coating

What to Ask About Plating

Color alone is not a coating specification. Use the plating and finish guide to compare layer thicknesses and available protection.

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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.

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Electroplating options

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.

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Ready stock or custom?

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.

A few useful answers

Before You Choose

A little detail now makes comparing products easier.

Is gold-plated jewelry made from solid gold?

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.

Is every stainless steel design 316L?

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.

Does the material name guarantee waterproof or hypoallergenic performance?

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.

Can brass or sterling silver use PVD?

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.