Moissanite engagement rings are now the fastest-growing segment of the bridal jewelry market, with retail sales increasing year over year as younger couples prioritize value, ethical sourcing, and appearance over mined-diamond price premiums. For jewelry retailers, e-commerce sellers, and bridal shops, this creates a real opportunity—but only if you can source moissanite engagement rings that match the quality standards customers expect at a wholesale price that leaves you room to compete and profit.
HOLYCOME has been manufacturing moissanite engagement rings for B2B wholesale customers since 2014, producing roughly 15,000 engagement rings per month across solitaire, halo, three-stone, vintage, and custom designs in both 925 sterling silver and solid 10K/14K/18K gold. This article covers what wholesale buyers need to know about our engagement ring program: available styles, stone options, quality specifications, pricing tiers, MOQ, private labeling, lead times, warranty, and how to order samples and stock. If you are setting up or expanding a moissanite bridal line, this is your starting reference.
Engagement Ring Styles We Carry in Stock
Our stock catalog includes over 280 engagement ring designs covering every major bridal style. Stock designs are available at the lowest MOQ and fastest lead times because the rubber molds already exist and production runs continuously. New accounts can mix and match across all styles in their orders.
Solitaire Engagement Rings
The classic solitaire (one center stone held by prongs on a plain or slightly tapered band) is our best-selling engagement ring category, accounting for roughly 35% of engagement ring wholesale volume. We stock solitaires in:
- Prong configurations: 4-prong (classic round-brilliant look), 6-prong (Tiffany-style, holds round stones more securely with more metal visible), 2-prong (modern minimalist, delicate look)
- Center stone sizes: 5mm (0.5ct DEW), 6mm (0.8ct), 6.5mm (1.0ct), 7mm (1.25ct), 7.5mm (1.5ct), 8mm (2.0ct), 9mm (3.0ct). Most popular: 6.5mm (1ct) and 7.5mm (1.5ct).
- Band widths: 1.5mm (dainty), 1.8mm, 2.0mm (classic), 2.5mm (sturdier)
- Shank profiles: Knife-edge, cathedral, plain tapered, comfort-fit
Pricing example (Growth wholesale tier, $2k–$10k orders): 1ct DEF VVS1 solitaire in 925 silver with rhodium plate, 4-prong 1.8mm band: $22–$28 per piece wholesale.
Halo Engagement Rings
Halos surround the center stone with a ring of small pavé-set stones, making the center stone look larger and more brilliant. Halo rings are our second-best-selling category (~30% of engagement ring volume) and include:
- Classic halo: Single circle of pavé around the center stone, plain band
- Double halo: Two concentric circles of pavé for maximum presence
- Cushion/fancy halo: Cushion-shaped, oval, or pear-shaped halo around a matching center stone
- Halo with pavé band: Accent stones extending partway or fully down the band (shoulder pavé or full eternity)
- Hidden halo: Pavé set beneath the center stone girdle (visible from the side but not the top) for subtle sparkle when the ring moves on the hand
Pricing example: 1ct center DEF VVS1, classic halo with pavé band, silver rhodium plate: $35–$55 wholesale (Growth tier).
Three-Stone Rings
Three-stone designs (center stone plus two side stones, traditionally representing past-present-future) are strong bridal sellers, particularly for anniversary and upgrade purchases. We carry three-stone designs with:
- Round side stones (classic)
- Tapered baguette side stones (vintage/art-deco feel)
- Pear or trillion side stones (dramatic)
- Mismatched fancy side stones (custom/OEM specialty)
Vintage and Antique-Style Rings
Vintage-inspired designs (Art Deco geometry, milgrain edges, filigree galleries, Edwardian/Art Nouveau details, cushion-cut halo settings) are a growing subcategory that appeals strongly to brides seeking non-traditional looks. Our vintage line includes ~40 stock designs with detailed milgrain and hand-pierced filigree work.
Side-Stone and Pavé Band Rings
Rings with accent stones along the band (channel-set, pavé, or bead-set shoulders leading to the center stone) offer a balanced look between simple solitaire and full halo. Popular for buyers who want some sparkle but prefer less visual bulk than a halo.
Fancy Shape Center Stones
Beyond round brilliant, we stock engagement rings with every major moissanite fancy shape: oval, pear (teardrop), cushion, emerald (step-cut), radiant, princess (square), marquise, trillion (triangle), heart, Asscher, and old-mine/old-European cuts. Oval and pear are currently the fastest-growing fancy shapes in bridal (driven by social media trends); cushion and emerald are consistent sellers for vintage/classical aesthetics.
| Style category | % of our engagement ring volume | Silver wholesale price (Growth tier) | Gold wholesale price (14K, Growth tier) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solitaire | 35% | $18–$40 | $280–$520 |
| Halo (all types) | 30% | $32–$70 | $380–$750 |
| Three-stone | 10% | $38–$85 | $420–$900 |
| Vintage/filigree | 10% | $40–$90 | $450–$950 |
| Side-stone/pavé band | 10% | $30–$65 | $350–$700 |
| Fancy-shape center (oval/pear/cushion/etc.) | 5% (growing fast) | $25–$70 | $320–$800 |
Moissanite Quality Options
All our engagement rings use premium-grade moissanite sourced from our long-term crystal growth partner in Wuzhou. Two quality grades are offered, so wholesale buyers can position across price points:
- Premium (white DEF, VVS1 clarity, Excellent cut, hearts-and-arrows): Our standard grade. Colorless equivalent (DEF on diamond color scale), eye-clean with no inclusions visible to the naked eye (and very few under 10× loupe), excellent cut symmetry with visible hearts-and-arrows pattern. This is the grade we recommend for all bridal sales—customers are buying an engagement ring expecting it to look flawless; anything below this grade risks returns and complaints. 95% of our engagement ring orders use this grade.
- Near-colorless (GH, VS clarity, Very Good cut): Slightly warmer in tone and with minor inclusions visible under 10× loupe (still eye-clean), Very Good cut with good but not hearts-and-arrows light return. Priced ~20% lower than Premium, this grade is used for fashion jewelry, budget lines, and secondary accent stones. We do not recommend it for center stones in engagement rings, where customers are highly quality-sensitive.
All moissanite passes diamond testers (thermal pen testers) due to its high thermal conductivity and registers 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale—harder than sapphire, ruby, or emerald and nearly as hard as diamond (10). This hardness means moissanite engagement rings hold up to daily wear without scratching or clouding, and they will last decades with basic care. Moissanite's refractive index (2.65) is higher than diamond (2.42), meaning properly cut moissanite actually has more rainbow sparkle (fire) than diamond of the same size—a characteristic that many customers prefer once they see it side-by-side. All moissanite is GRA-certified (Global Gem Research Association) with certificates available for bulk orders.
Metal and Plating Options
- 925 Sterling Silver with rhodium plating (white): Our base metal and most popular option. Silver is rhodium-plated to create a bright white, platinum-like finish. Plating lasts 1–3 years under normal daily wear depending on skin chemistry; re-plating kits and repair services are available.
- 925 Silver with yellow gold plating: 14K-tone or 18K-tone yellow gold over silver, with palladium barrier to prevent silver tarnish from bleeding through.
- 925 Silver with rose gold plating: Pink/rose tone, popular for vintage and feminine styles.
- Two-tone plating: White metal band with yellow-gold prongs or vice versa.
- Solid 10K/14K/18K white, yellow, or rose gold: Premium option. Solid gold engagement rings are manufactured on the same equipment as silver with gold-appropriate solders and polishing, and hold gemstones identically. Gold MOQ is 10 pieces per SKU.
All plating is nickel-free and compliant with EU REACH and US California Prop 65 regulations. Per FTC Guides for the Jewelry Industry, gold-plated silver must be clearly disclosed as gold-plated (not solid gold) at retail; we provide suggested compliant product descriptions to all wholesale clients to avoid misrepresentation risk.
Ring Sizing
Engagement rings are produced in US standard full and half sizes 4 through 12 (with sizes 3 and 13 available on OEM). We produce to ±0.25 size accuracy—tight enough that the ring fits the specified finger size without requiring resizing, loose enough that minor seasonal finger swelling is accommodated.
For wholesale stock orders, we recommend stocking sizes 5–9 in depth (these cover ~85% of women's ring sizes in the US market) with sizes 4, 4.5, 9.5, and 10 stocked lightly for outlier sizes. Common stock mix recommendation for a starter solitaire SKU: size 5 (10%), size 6 (25%), size 7 (30%), size 8 (20%), size 9 (10%), other sizes (5%). Your account manager can provide market-specific sizing recommendations.
Wedding band compatibility: Every engagement ring we stock is designed with a standard straight or slightly tapered shank compatible with a plain wedding band sitting flush against it. For contoured or shadow bands (curved to fit around the engagement ring's basket), we carry matching wedding band designs for ~60% of our engagement ring SKUs.
Private Label and Custom Engagement Ring Manufacturing
For brands selling engagement rings under their own name, we offer full private label and OEM services:
- Logo stamping: Your brand logo laser-engraved or hand-stamped inside every ring shank. Free setup on orders over $2,000.
- Custom packaging: Velvet ring boxes, presentation boxes, and outer packaging in your brand colors with custom inserts. MOQ 50 boxes.
- Custom CAD designs: We produce entirely custom engagement ring designs from your sketch, photo, or CAD file. Custom mold fees ($50–$150) are waived on production runs of 100+ pieces per design.
- GRA certificates with your brand name: Available on bulk orders (small fee per certificate).
- CAD design approval: Before production begins on custom designs, you receive 3D CAD renderings and (if requested) a silver resin/wax sample for fit and profile confirmation.
- Exclusive design agreements: For brands with ongoing volumes over $50,000/year, we sign non-compete contracts that protect your proprietary designs from being sold to other customers.
Quality Control on Every Engagement Ring
Every engagement ring passes our 9-point QC before leaving the factory:
- Stone size and color grade match to spec (calipers; color comparison under 5500K light)
- Prong security (200g pull test on center stone and each accent stone)
- Prong smoothness (no sharp tips that catch gloves, sweaters, or hair)
- Shank stamping (925 stamp, custom logo if requested, no stamp errors)
- Ring sizing measured with a ring mandrel (within ±0.25 US size)
- Stone alignment (center stone centered, not tilted; accent stones evenly spaced)
- Polish completeness (no file marks, no buffing compound residue, underside of shank smooth for finger comfort)
- Plating coverage and color uniformity (plating measured by XRF on one sample per batch; visually checked on every piece)
- Final sparkle test under 5500K light to confirm maximum light return
Before shipment, you receive photos of each ring style (top, side, profile, inside-stamp, and a sparkle shot). You can approve or request adjustments before goods leave the factory.
Pricing and MOQ Summary
| Order type | MOQ | Silver 1ct solitaire price | Lead time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sample order (new accounts) | 5+ rings (mix any styles/sizes) | $25–$35 (sample price) | 3–5 days (in stock) to 14 days |
| Starter wholesale (mixed) | $500 total, 2 per SKU | $22–$30 | 7–14 days |
| Growth wholesale ($2k–$10k) | $2,000 total, 2 per SKU | $18–$26 | 10–18 days |
| Premium wholesale ($10k+) | $10,000 total | $16–$23 | 14–21 days |
| OEM custom design | $5,000 total, 30 per SKU | Custom quoted | 25–35 days |
| Solid 14K gold | $5,000 total, 10 per SKU | $320–$480 (gold varies with spot price) | 18–28 days |
Shipping
Standard shipping is DHL Express (3–5 business days worldwide, fully tracked and insured). Sample and small orders under 2kg ship for $25–$40. Larger orders (100+ pieces) can ship by air freight for lower per-kg cost (5–10 days). We also offer blind dropshipping direct to your end customers—useful for e-commerce sellers who do not hold inventory, and for bridal shops wanting to ship directly to brides.
Warranty and Returns
All engagement rings carry a 1-year workmanship warranty covering prong failure, loose stones under normal wear, plating defects, and manufacturing flaws. Defective pieces are replaced free of charge with shipping both ways covered. This warranty covers manufacturing defects only—not damage from abuse, resizing by third-party jewelers, or normal wear over multi-year periods. Repair services (re-tipping prongs, re-plating, stone replacement) are available at factory cost for retailers offering after-sales service to their customers.
FAQ
What are your best-selling engagement ring styles?
1ct round solitaire (4-prong, 1.8mm band) is our #1 best-seller, followed by classic halo with pavé band and oval halo. Vintage-inspired designs are the fastest-growing segment.
Do moissanite rings pass diamond testers?
Yes. Moissanite has high thermal conductivity and will register as "diamond" on standard thermal diamond testers. Electrical conductivity testers can distinguish moissanite from diamond, but these are specialized jeweler tools not used by most consumers.
Can I order a sample ring before placing a bulk order?
Yes. We strongly recommend ordering 1–3 sample rings to evaluate quality, sizing, and finish before placing a production order. Sample pricing is near wholesale; samples ship within 3–5 days for in-stock styles.
What sizes should I stock?
For the US market, stock sizes 6, 7, and 8 most heavily, with 5 and 9 as secondary sizes, and 4/4.5/9.5/10 in small quantities. Your account manager can provide a recommended size mix based on your target market.
Do you sell matching wedding bands?
Yes. Matching bands are available for approximately 60% of our engagement ring designs. Plain bands (2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm) are available to match any engagement ring and cost $6–$12 per piece wholesale in silver.
Can you make rings in solid gold?
Yes, in 10K, 14K, and 18K white, yellow, and rose gold. Gold MOQ is 10 pieces per SKU and pricing fluctuates with gold spot price; contact your account manager for current gold pricing.
Engagement rings are a high-stakes product: a bride will wear this ring every day for decades, and quality issues generate returns, bad reviews, and reputational damage far out of proportion to the ring's cost. That is why we invest more QC time per engagement ring than any other jewelry category and why our field defect rate is 0.3% across over 15,000 engagement rings per month. Browse our engagement ring wholesale catalog or contact wholesale@holycome.com to request sample rings or a current price list.