Why does Calacatta-style white cost more? Why is it worth that? Let's break it down. In white stone, this is right at the top. Why does the market accept that? Because its visual quality and finished effect have already been recognized in high-end interiors. So it isn't simply expensive. There's a whole set of things supporting its value. So which part of the market is willing to choose it? Look at high-end projects. You'll see this marble used frequently. Five-star hotels, premium commercial centers, high-end homes—these projects demand a high standard of appearance and quality. Its continued use there shows it isn't just a passing trend. It's been recognized and tested through years of high-end use. Over time, a shared understanding develops. When people see this marble, they recognize both the material's grade and the project's positioning. Once a material gains that kind of industry recognition, its value goes beyond the stone itself. There's something interesting about this marble. It's a bit like Bentley or Rolls-Royce. People who know it recognize its value as soon as they see it. In the stone trade, its name alone signals high-end white stone. Choosing this marble isn't just choosing a material. It's choosing recognized standing, an aesthetic level, and an expression of identity. That isn't about showing off. When you have the choice, naturally you choose something better. But here's the question. Why did this particular marble earn that recognition? Look at the resources behind it. Its lasting value is tied to quarry resources. These Italian quarries are privately owned and can be passed down through generations. By contrast, here in China, quarries aren't private property. Companies hold mining rights for five or ten years. When that period ends, the mining right ends. That encourages intensive extraction. The Italian quarries behind this marble operate it as a brand. There's also the veining. Every slab is different, shaped by nature. A slab's pattern could be displayed as a painting in its own right. Its value comes partly from the unique quarry resource, and partly from its one-of-a-kind patterns and artistry. Natural uniqueness helps explain its rarity. But to call it the king of white stone, we still need to look at the stone itself. There are many white stones. Achieving a high level of veining, sheen, and overall impact across a whole space isn't easy. A good slab starts with a very clean white background, then adds unique veins and layers of detail. In a room, it doesn't merely fill the walls and floors. It changes the character of the whole space. Add scarce resources, natural uniqueness, years of use in top-end projects, and established industry recognition. All those layers put it at the very top of white stone. That's why I don't see 'king of white stone' as just a name for this marble. To me, it reflects all those different kinds of value building on one another, layer by layer.