1. Eye-visible porosity or holes, when viewed from a “bent elbow” distance of 12 inches, in any amount or location is a critical defect.
2. Castings must be free of flashing and excess metal from air bubbles.
3. All soldered jewelry must be of like karat with no discoloration. There can be no open seams or joints, unfilled areas, cracks, or excessive solder.
4. Solder must not freeze any parts that should be moveable (e.g., chain links).
5. Ring heads must be straight and plumb when viewed from top or side profile.
6. Gallery work must be symmetrical and clean.