Metal Guide

Sterling silver, 18K gold, PT950 platinum, titanium steel and alloy: purity, hardness, allergy risk and price explained.

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Metal Guide Private Label Carton: MOQ, Mixed Designs and the Real First Order - HOLYCOME
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Private Label Carton: MOQ, Mixed Designs and the Real First Order - HOLYCOME

Metal Guide: tolerances, cost structure and the reject rule for US wholesale buyers.
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 12 min read
Metal Guide Made to Order: What the Quote Actually Covers - HOLYCOME
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Made to Order: What the Quote Actually Covers - HOLYCOME

Metal Guide: tolerances, cost structure and the reject rule for US wholesale buyers.
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 11 min read
Metal Guide Valentine Program: The Reject Tray Policy That Decides a Partnership - HOLYCOME
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Valentine Program: The Reject Tray Policy That Decides a Partnership - HOLYCOME

Metal Guide: tolerances, cost structure and the reject rule for US wholesale buyers.
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 11 min read
Metal Guide Q4 Holiday Stock: How the Second Order Becomes Cheaper - HOLYCOME
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Q4 Holiday Stock: How the Second Order Becomes Cheaper - HOLYCOME

Metal Guide: tolerances, cost structure and the reject rule for US wholesale buyers.
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 12 min read
Metal Guide Trade Show Sample: The Sample Approval That Survives Production - HOLYCOME
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Trade Show Sample: The Sample Approval That Survives Production - HOLYCOME

Metal Guide: tolerances, cost structure and the reject rule for US wholesale buyers.
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 12 min read
Metal Guide Factory Direct: MOQ, Mixed Designs and the Real First Order - HOLYCOME
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Factory Direct: MOQ, Mixed Designs and the Real First Order - HOLYCOME

Metal Guide: tolerances, cost structure and the reject rule for US wholesale buyers.
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 10 min read
Metal Guide Wholesale Pricing: Where the Cost Actually Sits
Metal Guide

Metal Guide Wholesale Pricing: Where the Cost Actually Sits

A chain in Dublin used a paper ring sizer and customers measured at home and ordered a half size small in 31% of cases. ...
Editorial Team Nov 9, 2026 9 min read
Brass vs Bronze: Costume Jewelry Metal Basics for Buyers
Metal Guide

Brass vs Bronze: Costume Jewelry Metal Basics for Buyers

Two gold-looking casting alloys that read the same on a mood board but fail, tarnish, and plate differently on the bench...
Grace Zhao Oct 6, 2026 5 min read
Rose Gold vs Yellow Gold: Matching Metal Color to Skin Tone in 2026
Metal Guide

Rose Gold vs Yellow Gold: Matching Metal Color to Skin Tone in 2026

A 14k rose gold band and a 14k yellow gold band can sit in the same tray at the same weight. The sell-through depends on...
Grace Zhao Oct 3, 2026 5 min read
Stainless Steel vs Titanium: Everyday Metal Buying Guide
Metal Guide

Stainless Steel vs Titanium: Everyday Metal Buying Guide

Steel feels substantial and resizes; titanium is feather-light and nickel-free. Pick by the customer, not by the marketi...
Sarah Lin Oct 3, 2026 5 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.