Every Zoila piece is built in four layers, and each one has a job.

1. Quality brass base: chosen for real weight and structure, not the lightweight alloy most fashion jewelry uses.
2. Palladium barrier: brass contains copper, and copper migrates up through plating over time and dulls the finish. The palladium seals it away. Most plated jewelry skips this step.
3. 1-micron sterling silver: several times thicker than the flash plating on cheap jewelry. More silver, more durability.
4. Protective e-coating: a clear seal over the silver that slows tarnishing and preserves shine.