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How much does a moissanite ring cost?

Moissanite is 90–95% less expensive than a lab grown diamond of equivalent visible size. A complete moissanite engagement ring from Fenora can be achieved from approximately $800–1,200 for a beautiful, well-made ring. This guide covers every price factor and what to budget for every configuration.

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The price range — what moissanite rings cost at Fenora

A Fenora moissanite engagement ring costs between approximately $800 and $3,000 for the most popular configurations — a significant range that reflects the size of the stone, the complexity of the setting and the choice of metal. The stone itself is typically 10–15% of the total ring cost, with the majority of cost in the setting and metal.

This is dramatically different from diamond rings, where the stone typically represents 70–80% of the total cost. The pricing structure of a moissanite ring means that the setting and metal quality have proportionally more impact on total cost than in a diamond ring.

“The interesting thing about moissanite pricing is that the setting and metal represent a much larger proportion of the total cost than for a diamond ring. This means a well-made moissanite ring in platinum with a custom setting can cost more than a simple moissanite solitaire in gold — the stone price is no longer the dominant factor.”
— Yash Chandpara, Founder
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Price by stone size — what each size costs

Moissanite DiameterDiamond Visual EquivalentStone Price (approx.)Complete Ring (approx.)
5.0mm~0.50ct visual$100–180$600–1,000
6.0mm~0.75ct visual$150–250$700–1,200
6.5mm~1.00ct visual$200–350$800–1,400
7.0mm~1.25ct visual$250–400$900–1,600
7.5mm~1.50ct visual$300–500$1,000–1,800
8.0mm~2.00ct visual$400–650$1,200–2,200
9.0mm~2.50ct visual$550–900$1,500–2,800
10.0mm~3.00ct+ visual$700–1,100$1,800–3,200
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Price by metal — how metal choice affects total cost

The metal choice significantly affects the total ring price for moissanite, because the stone is proportionally inexpensive compared to the metalwork and setting.

MetalPrice ContributionNotes
18KT Yellow GoldStandardMost cost-effective option. Beautiful for moissanite
18KT White GoldStandard + rhodiumSimilar to yellow gold. Rhodium re-plating is a future maintenance cost
18KT Rose GoldStandardSame as yellow gold. Very popular with moissanite
Platinum 950Premium (20–30% higher than gold)The most durable and lowest-maintenance metal. Worth the premium for active lifestyles
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Price by setting style — how complexity affects cost

Setting complexity has a larger proportional effect on moissanite ring pricing than on diamond ring pricing, because the stone cost is relatively small.

Setting StylePrice RangeNotes
Simple solitaire (4-prong)$800–1,400 (6.5mm)The most affordable complete ring
Bezel solitaire$900–1,500 (6.5mm)Clean and contemporary
Halo (moissanite halo)$1,000–1,800 (6.5mm)Significant visual size increase
Halo (lab grown diamond halo)$1,500–2,500 (6.5mm)Lab grown diamonds add cost but genuine diamond certificate for halo stones
Nature inspired custom$1,000–2,000Depends on design complexity
Full custom design$1,200–3,000+Depends on brief and metal choice
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Price questions answered

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Why does a moissanite ring still cost $800–1,000 when the stone is $200?
The stone is only one component of the ring. The setting (metalwork, prong construction, gallery design), the metal (18KT gold or platinum, all recycled at Fenora), the craftsmanship (hand-set by a master jeweller, 22-point quality inspection) and the delivery (free express worldwide, insured) all contribute to the total cost. The setting and craftsmanship of a Fenora ring are identical in quality to a diamond ring.
Can I get a moissanite ring under $1,000?
Yes — a 6.0–6.5mm colourless moissanite in a simple solitaire setting in 18KT gold is achievable at Fenora in the $800–1,000 range. Contact Yash Chandpara to discuss what is achievable for your specific budget.
Does a more expensive moissanite mean better quality?
For the stone, not necessarily — moissanite quality is relatively consistent within the colourless grade range. For the ring overall, a higher price typically reflects a larger stone, a more complex setting design or a premium metal (platinum over gold). The craftsmanship standard at Fenora is identical regardless of price point.
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