Jewelry Sampling

Check the piece before you place the production order

A sample gives you something a drawing cannot: the weight in your hand, the way a clasp moves and the color under different light. HonHo develops samples in stainless steel, brass and 925 sterling silver, with your feedback recorded before production.

Jewelry design sheet showing several styles of gold-tone hoop earrings

A sample schedule you can plan around

Start with a drawing, reference piece or clear brief. We review the construction, material and finish before confirming the development work and sample charge.

Allow about 25–30 days for brass or sterling silver samples and 25–35 days for stainless steel. Complex construction, components or revisions can change that timing. We confirm a schedule for your project; shipping time is separate.

Choose the material and components

Compare the metal, stones, pearls and findings together. The choices affect the weight, setting, finish and cost of the piece. We can help narrow the options before the CAD is finalized.

Sample board displaying white and pink pearl-style pendants in assorted shapes
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Jewelry design sheet showing several styles of gold-tone hoop earrings
Gold-tone clasp samples in oval, round, lobster and toggle styles on a labeled display card
Color chart of round faceted jewelry stones in clear, pink, purple, yellow, green and blue shades
jewelry supplier natrual stones collection

How sampling works

A clear brief makes a better starting point

14K gold delicate chain bracelet with satellite beads wholesale jewelry
private label jewelry manufacturers Final quality inspection of jewelry products
Hand finishing process in jewelry manufacturing

01 / Set the specification

Material Selection

Premium metals, stones, and finishes for your project needs

Quality Standards

Surface treatment, finishing options, and material grades

Specifications

Exact measurements, tolerances, and material properties

Technical Details

Surface requirements, coating specifications, and special treatments

Order Volume

Strategic planning to optimize cost and production efficiency

Send reference images or sketches with dimensions. Mark the details you want to keep and the ones you want to change.

02 / Review the construction

We check the proposed material, dimensions and assembly method. Any testing or supporting documents you need should be agreed at this stage, along with the quotation.

03 / Make and inspect the sample

Once the specification is approved, we make the sample and check it before dispatch. The schedule depends on the metal, components and finishing work.

04 / Record changes and approve

Review fit, weight, dimensions, finish and function. Send a consolidated list of changes; we confirm the work, cost and timing of any further round before proceeding.

Use the sample as a working reference

Keep the approved piece with the final drawing and specification. Those references help prevent small details from being lost between development, production and inspection.

Gold-tone chain necklaces with round decorative toggle clasps
Design drawing of a six-point star pendant with clear stones, dimensions and necklace examples

Questions about sampling

Can I request changes?

Yes. Tell us what needs to change and why. We review the effect on tooling, components, cost and schedule before making the next version.

What does a sample cost?

The charge depends on the design, material, tooling and finish. We provide the breakdown before work starts and confirm whether any amount can be credited against a later order.

When can I expect the sample?

Plan for about 25–30 days for brass or 925 sterling silver and 25–35 days for stainless steel. Revisions and shipping add time. Your quotation will confirm the schedule for the specific design.

What should I send first?

Send a sketch or reference sample, dimensions, preferred metal and finish, quantity per style and color, and your delivery destination. Mention any fixed launch date or product-testing requirement.

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