Metal Guide

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

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What Is Titanium Steel? Why It Went Viral
Metal Guide

What Is Titanium Steel? Why It Went Viral

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Grace Zhao Aug 17, 2026 6 min read
PT950 Platinum Explained: Why It Is The Wedding Metal
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PT950 Platinum Explained: Why It Is The Wedding Metal

What does 950 mean? Why is platinum sold by the gram yet not an investment? This guide covers purity marks, density, car...
Grace Zhao Aug 14, 2026 6 min read
18K Gold vs Platinum: Which Is Better? Price to Durability
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18K Gold vs Platinum: Which Is Better? Price to Durability

18K gold or PT950 platinum for your ring? This guide compares hardness, weight, allergy, price and maintenance across fi...
Grace Zhao Aug 6, 2026 6 min read
Does 925 Silver Cause Allergy? The Full Hypoallergenic Guide
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Does 925 Silver Cause Allergy? The Full Hypoallergenic Guide

Red, itchy ears or neck after wearing sterling silver? Silver itself is low-risk; plating, nickel and sweat are the real...
Grace Zhao Aug 3, 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.