Stainless steel is the workhorse of modern wholesale jewelry — durable, hypoallergenic-friendly and tarnish-resistant. But “stainless” varies. Here’s how to assess it on the bench.
Weight & feel. Quality steel has density and a cool, solid hand. Hollow or overly light pieces feel cheap and bend.
Finish. Edges should be smooth, solder joints clean, and plating (PVD gold) even with no peeling at corners. Run a fingernail across plated edges — lifted plating fails fast.
Construction. Soldered links should be flush; clasps spring firmly. On samples, wear-test for a week: real quality holds shine through water and skin.
Supplier questions. Ask about base alloy, plating method (PVD beats dip-plating for wear) and nickel content. Our stainless and titanium lines are built for everyday wear and ship with low minimums.
Where to source. Browse the rings category to round out this category in your range.
Where to source. Our necklace category covers the core styles referenced above.
