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The 4Cs, settings, electroplating and the supply chain: what the trade doesn't tell you.

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Jewelry Casting: The Lost-Wax Process Explained for Manufacturers
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Jewelry Casting: The Lost-Wax Process Explained for Manufacturers

Technical guide to jewelry casting: the lost-wax casting process step by step, materials, equipment, common defects, qua...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
The Jewelry Supply Chain: From Mine to Retail Explained
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The Jewelry Supply Chain: From Mine to Retail Explained

Complete overview of the jewelry supply chain: mining, cutting, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail. Markups at each st...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
Gold Electroplating Explained: How Gold Plating Is Made and Why It Wears
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Gold Electroplating Explained: How Gold Plating Is Made and Why It Wears

Technical guide to gold electroplating: the plating process, thickness standards, why plating wears, how to extend life,...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
Diamond Setting Types: Prong, Bezel, Pave, and More Explained
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Diamond Setting Types: Prong, Bezel, Pave, and More Explained

Complete guide to diamond and gemstone setting types: prong, bezel, pave, channel, tension, halo, and more. How each set...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 4 min read
The 4Cs of Diamond Quality: A Deep Dive for Jewelry Professionals
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The 4Cs of Diamond Quality: A Deep Dive for Jewelry Professionals

Professional guide to the diamond 4Cs: how cut grade affects light performance, color grading nuances, clarity inclusion...
Editorial Team Sep 29, 2026 5 min read
Handmade vs Cast Jewelry: What Each Process Costs and When to Choose It
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Handmade vs Cast Jewelry: What Each Process Costs and When to Choose It

Fabricated or cast? The choice changes unit cost, tolerance, lead time and minimum order. Here is the breakdown sourcing...
David Chen Sep 27, 2026 5 min read
Jewelry Wholesale vs Retail Margins: Where the Money Actually Goes
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Jewelry Wholesale vs Retail Margins: Where the Money Actually Goes

A $500 retail pendant carries roughly $125 to $150 of factory cost, $100 of metal and labor, and the rest is overhead, m...
Grace Zhao Sep 23, 2026 5 min read
How to Start a Jewelry Business: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2024
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How to Start a Jewelry Business: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2024

Want to start a jewelry business? This complete guide covers niche selection, sourcing from China, branding, website set...
Grace Zhao Sep 18, 2026 8 min read
How Gem Cuts Are Priced in the Jewelry Trade
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How Gem Cuts Are Priced in the Jewelry Trade

The economics of faceting: why one cut costs more per carat than another, and how buyers compare cut grades.
Grace Zhao Sep 13, 2026 5 min read
The Jewelry Supply Chain: Mine To Counter Markups
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The Jewelry Supply Chain: Mine To Counter Markups

Why is boutique jewelry so expensive? How many hands does a stone pass through? This guide breaks down the markup at eac...
James Wang Sep 2, 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.