The gold on a plated piece is deposited atom by atom through an electricity-driven process. The piece is suspended in gold-ion solution and the layer that forms is even and chemically-bonded, not applied like a finish on top.
Myth & Meaning
The charm collection's durability as a jewelry format rests on a specific quality: its meaning is not fixed at the point of purchase. Each addition marks a new chapter, and the piece develops significance over time in proportion to how much life it has been given to record.
Visually Speaking
If the bracelet is fine or delicate in style, the lobster clasp is the right hardware for it. The compact size keeps the clasp proportionate to the piece, a larger closure at that scale would read as an interruption rather than a finish.