Wholesale moissanite rings and sterling silver moissanite jewelry give brands the look of diamond at a fraction of the price. Moissanite is a lab-grown silicon carbide stone, harder than any gem except diamond and with more fire than diamond. When sourcing it, check the stone's colour grade, cut and certificate, the setting quality, and the plating on the silver. This guide explains each point and how moissanite compares with cubic zirconia.
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Moissanite has become one of the fastest-moving categories in silver jewelry, especially for engagement-style rings, tennis bracelets and studs. Deechy Jewelry Manufacturing & Design produces sterling silver moissanite jewelry for brands and retailers, and this guide covers what buyers should know before ordering.
What Moissanite Is
Moissanite is silicon carbide. It occurs naturally only in tiny amounts, so the moissanite used in jewelry is lab-grown. It is not a diamond and should never be sold as one, but it is a gemstone in its own right, not a coating or glass.
Moissanite vs Diamond vs Cubic Zirconia
| Moissanite | Diamond | Cubic zirconia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness (Mohs) | 9.25 | 10 | 8–8.5 |
| Refractive index | 2.65–2.69 | 2.42 | 2.15–2.18 |
| Fire (dispersion) | About 0.104 | 0.044 | About 0.060 |
| Long-term look | Stays clear and bright | Stays clear | Can cloud and scratch over years |
| Relative cost | Mid | Highest | Lowest |
Moissanite sits between cubic zirconia and diamond: more durable and brilliant than CZ, far cheaper than diamond. Our guide to cubic zirconia vs diamond covers the CZ side.
Quality Factors to Check
- Colour: most commercial moissanite is graded D–F, colourless. Lower grades can show a faint yellow or green tint.
- Cut: a well-cut stone shows strong sparkle; poor cutting looks glassy or dark in the centre.
- Size: moissanite is often described by diamond-equivalent size in millimetres or carats.
- Certificate: a GRA card states colour, clarity and carat. At Deechy, GRA certificates are available at an extra cost.
- Setting: check prongs are even and secure; our guide to stone setting explains the options.
What Sells
Solitaire and halo rings, eternity and stacking bands, tennis bracelets, stud earrings and pendant necklaces are the core of most moissanite ranges. Sterling silver keeps retail prices accessible; white rhodium plating gives a white-gold look, and gold plating suits yellow and rose styles.
How to Source Wholesale Moissanite Jewelry
- Start with samples of a few core styles and check the stones under daylight.
- Agree stone grade, size and certificate requirements in writing.
- Choose plating colour and, if you need it, thicker plating to a specified micron thickness, available from 20–30 pieces.
- Add logo engraving from 20–30 pieces and decide on packaging.
- Ask for a DDP quote so duty is included.
Browse moissanite jewelry, bridal styles and rings, including this moissanite bracelet. Ready-to-ship styles have no minimum order, every piece carries the S925 stamp, and custom versions start from 20–30 pieces per style with a one-time $30 tooling fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy wholesale moissanite rings?
From manufacturers that produce sterling silver moissanite jewelry directly, such as Deechy. Ready-to-ship moissanite styles have no minimum order, and custom designs start from 20–30 pieces per style.
Is moissanite better than cubic zirconia?
Moissanite is harder (9.25 vs 8–8.5 on the Mohs scale), has more fire and stays clear over time, while CZ can cloud and scratch. CZ is cheaper.
Can moissanite be sold as diamond?
No. Moissanite must be described as moissanite. It can pass a basic thermal diamond tester, so honest labelling matters.
Do moissanite pieces come with certificates?
GRA certificates stating colour, clarity and carat are available at Deechy at an extra cost.
What metal is best for moissanite jewelry?
Sterling silver with rhodium or gold plating keeps prices accessible. Solid gold settings are used for higher-priced ranges.
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