Base metal
The structural metal beneath any coating or plating.
Know your jewellery
Materials made clear
Understand base metals, plating, finishes and verified product claims before choosing a piece.
Know the metal beneath the finish, not only the colour on top.
Finish
The colour, texture and surface treatment applied to a piece.
Verified claims
Water resistance and sensitivity claims need supplier evidence.
Useful guidance
Know the metal beneath the finish, not only the colour on top.
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Start with the base metal
Stainless steel, brass and other alloys behave differently. Moyla product records will name the verified base metal and avoid vague descriptions such as premium metal.
- Stainless steel is durable and commonly used beneath PVD finishes.
- Brass allows expressive shapes but needs finish-specific care.
- Unknown or mixed alloy compositions must be verified before publication.
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Plating is a process, not a promise
PVD, electroplating and water plating differ in process and expected wear. Product pages will state the confirmed method rather than treating every gold-tone finish as identical.
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Claims stay evidence-led
Terms such as hypoallergenic, waterproof, tarnish-free and nickel-free will remain false or unpublished until the evidence and wording are approved.
Helpful answers
What would you like to know?
How do I know what a piece is made from?
Every published product will show its verified base metal, finish or plating, dimensions and care guidance. Unsupported water-resistance or hypoallergenic claims will remain unpublished.
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