Crystal - Sampling Test Report - Information Page - Please Do Not Order

To ensure your peace of mind and guarantee the quality of our bracelets, in 2022, "mini-friend" sent its crystal and natural stone materials to "Taiwan Central Jewelry Appraisal Co., Ltd." for appraisal. Due to the large quantity of beads, it is not possible to test every type, so we submitted them through a sampling process. The test report can be viewed directly in the display images. **Details are as follows:** ▸ Among the materials submitted for sampling this time, natural stone beads of 4.5mm were appraised and found to be inconsistent with "Rhodonite." These beads were not used in the bracelets, and there are no Rhodonite bracelets in our design studio. ▸ Lavender amethyst, 6.7mm, has undergone resin filling treatment. This type was also not used in the bracelets. ▸ Some natural stones, such as "Aquamarine, Amazonite, Moonstone," are prone to brittleness. Before being polished into round beads, they undergo "resin filling" treatment. The resin used is "epoxy resin." For these types of natural stones, there are also "untreated" options. The raw ore quality is higher, rarer, and the price will be higher. ▸ According to a professional appraisal institution in Taiwan, the basic fee for "one bracelet" is approximately NT$1500-2000. For "sampling of single crystal beads," the quotation varies depending on the item and quantity, ranging from approximately NT$5000-20,000. For most businesses selling crystal bracelets on the market, it is practically impossible to "send every piece for inspection." This would require the price of "each bracelet" to be set at "NT$1500-2000 or more," and it would take a lot of time to wait for the inspection. For many customers, this may not be acceptable. ▸ **Due to the vast variety of crystals and natural stones, it is impossible to test them all. Designers are very cautious when selecting crystals and ensure the quality and naturalness of the crystals through the following methods:** ✶ **Staying updated on industry trends and news from crystal appraisal institutions. We do not use crystal types that are difficult to authenticate.** ✶ **Collaborating with reputable suppliers who are honest about the condition of the crystals.** ✶ **When inspecting crystals, designers use strong lighting or a 40x magnifying glass to observe the internal structure of the crystals.**