Gemstone Knowledge

In-depth guides on moissanite, diamond, lab-grown diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald and aquamarine: properties, origin, pricing and buying.

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Emerald Buying Guide: Color, Inclusions, and the Jardin Secret
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Emerald Buying Guide: Color, Inclusions, and the Jardin Secret

Complete emerald buying guide: color grading, the jardin (inclusions), oil treatment, synthetic vs natural, origins, and...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
Sapphire Colors Explained: Beyond Blue to the Full Spectrum
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Sapphire Colors Explained: Beyond Blue to the Full Spectrum

Explore the full spectrum of sapphire colors: royal blue, cornflower, padparadscha, pink, yellow, green, and color-chang...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
Ruby Buying Guide: Understanding Color, Clarity, and Treatment
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Ruby Buying Guide: Understanding Color, Clarity, and Treatment

Expert guide to buying rubies: color grading (pigeon blood), clarity, heat treatment, synthetic vs natural, and pricing ...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
Lab-Grown Diamonds: How They're Made and Why They're Changing Jewelry
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Lab-Grown Diamonds: How They're Made and Why They're Changing Jewelry

Learn how lab-grown diamonds are created via CVD and HPHT, their quality grades, pricing, and why ethical consumers are ...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 5 min read
Moissanite 101: The Complete Guide to the World's Most Brilliant Gemstone
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Moissanite 101: The Complete Guide to the World's Most Brilliant Gemstone

Everything you need to know about moissanite: properties, brilliance, durability, pricing vs diamond, and why it's the f...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 5 min read
Amethyst vs Purple Glass: Five ID Tests Before You Reorder
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Amethyst vs Purple Glass: Five ID Tests Before You Reorder

Ten-by-eight-millimeter oval purple stones at $1.80 each, labeled Uruguayan amethyst. The price gap is the first warning...
Sarah Lin Sep 29, 2026 5 min read
Lab Grown Diamond vs Natural Diamond: What's the Difference?
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Lab Grown Diamond vs Natural Diamond: What's the Difference?

Are lab grown diamonds real? Compare lab created vs natural diamonds — chemical composition, quality, price, certificati...
Sarah Lin Sep 5, 2026 7 min read
Aquamarine Buying Guide: Color, Clarity and Price Decoded
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Aquamarine Buying Guide: Color, Clarity and Price Decoded

Why does aquamarine range from 200 to 20,000 yuan? What is Santa Maria? This guide covers color grading, clarity, cut an...
Sarah Lin Aug 11, 2026 6 min read
Ruby vs Sapphire: The Two Faces of Corundum
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Ruby vs Sapphire: The Two Faces of Corundum

Ruby and sapphire are the same mineral family. This guide explains why they differ in color, why ruby is often pricier, ...
Sarah Lin Aug 8, 2026 6 min read
Is Lab-Grown Diamond Real Diamond? Everything You Need To Know
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Is Lab-Grown Diamond Real Diamond? Everything You Need To Know

Is lab-grown diamond real? Can it be spotted? Why does IGI grade it? This guide covers HPHT vs CVD, the price gap, resal...
Sarah Lin Aug 5, 2026 6 min read

Wholesale Order Terms

As a factory-direct jewelry manufacturer, we quote every order against stone type, metal, setting and finish. Loose stones are priced per carat, finished rings, earrings and bracelets per piece, and custom metal work per gram. Send your stone, metal, size and quantity for a wholesale price list in USD, quoted with FOB, EXW or DDP shipping terms.

MOQ & Pricing

Minimum order quantity (MOQ) starts from 5 pcs per style. Mixed-SKU orders are accepted, and volume discounts apply from 50 pcs; pricing is tiered by quantity and quoted per piece, per carat or per gram.

Lead Time

Ready-stock pieces ship in 2-5 business days. Custom sampling takes 5-10 days; bulk production lead time runs 10-25 days, depending on design, stone size and order quantity, confirmed in your written quote.

Payment Terms

We accept T/T telegraphic bank transfer, PayPal, Alibaba Trade Assurance and Western Union. OEM and private-label orders require a 30% deposit, with the 70% balance paid before shipment.

Shipping

DHL, FedEx and UPS for samples and small orders; air or sea freight for bulk. Worldwide delivery under FOB, EXW or DDP terms, with QC photos shared before dispatch.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is your MOQ for wholesale jewelry orders?

MOQ starts from 5 pcs per style. Mixed-SKU orders are welcome, and catalog styles can be combined into one batch. Larger OEM/ODM and private-label programs negotiate a tiered MOQ and volume discount.

How do you price wholesale moissanite and diamond jewelry?

Loose stones are quoted per carat, finished rings, earrings and bracelets per piece, and custom metal work per gram. Send the stone, metal, size and quantity, and our sales team returns a wholesale price list with USD FOB, EXW or DDP quotes and a written price range.

What is the typical lead time for samples and bulk orders?

Ready-stock pieces prepare in 2-5 business days. Samples take 5-10 days; bulk production lead time runs 10-25 days depending on design, stone size and quantity. The exact timeline is confirmed in your quote before sampling.

Which payment methods and terms do you accept?

We accept T/T telegraphic bank transfer, PayPal, Alibaba Trade Assurance and Western Union. Custom and OEM orders require a 30% deposit, and the 70% balance is paid before shipment; final terms are agreed in the order agreement.

Can you produce custom OEM/ODM and private-label jewelry?

Yes. Send your CAD file, photo, sketch or target price. We handle stone selection, casting, setting, plating, laser engraving, hang tags, jewelry boxes and certificate cards under your own brand name.