A marquise cut engagement ring that grows like something out of an enchanted forest: an approx. 1 carat GRA-certified marquise moissanite rising from split branch shoulders, with marquise moissanite accents set as leaves along engraved twig details — all in solid yellow gold, your choice of 10K, 14K, or 18K.
GRA-Certified Moissanite
D Color / VVS1 Clarity
Approx. 1 Carat Center
Solid Yellow Gold · 10K / 14K / 18K
Leaf & Branch Design
Made to Order
Leaves Along the Branch
The band divides at the shoulders like a branch splitting in two, and along each path, marquise-cut stones sit angled like new leaves — echoing the shape of the center stone in miniature. Engraved leaf textures run along the gold between them. The whole ring reads as one living stem crowned by a single luminous bud: an elvish, woodland take on the classic marquise cut engagement ring.
The Marquise Moissanite: Approx. 1 Carat, D Color, VVS1
The center is genuine lab-grown moissanite — a real gemstone with lab-controlled origin, not a simulant — in an elongated marquise cut of approximately 1 carat. At D color and VVS1 clarity it sits at the top of the grading scale, and every ring ships with its GRA certificate documenting the grading and exact carat weight. The leaf accents are marquise moissanite as well, so the fire is continuous from stem to crown.
Moissanite's refractive index (2.65) exceeds diamond's (2.42), throwing noticeably more rainbow fire — and the marquise cut's long body and pointed tips stage it dramatically. At 9.25 on the Mohs scale, moissanite is second only to diamond in hardness.
Why the Marquise Cut
The marquise has the largest face-up spread of any cut per carat — an approx. 1 carat marquise looks remarkably generous on the hand, its pointed silhouette elongating the finger. Its leaf-like shape is also the reason this design works: center and accents share one botanical form.
Choose your gold: 10K, 14K, or 18K solid yellow gold
Every option is real solid yellow gold, cast all the way through — no plating, no vermeil, nothing to wear away — so the color is permanent and it will never turn skin green. Choose the karat that suits you: solid 10K yellow gold is the most durable and the most affordable; solid 14K is the classic balance of warmth and strength, and our default; solid 18K carries the highest gold content for the deepest, richest color. Our 10K vs 14K vs 18K karat comparison guide walks through the trade-offs, and other colors such as white and rose gold are available on request.
The warm gold makes the engraved leaves glow like autumn light through a canopy. This piece belongs to our solid gold engagement rings collection and pairs naturally with our fairy engagement rings, and you'll find kindred styles among our leaf engagement rings and marquise moissanite engagement rings. If you're weighing the center stone, our guide to how moissanite compares to a lab-grown diamond lays out the differences.
Why Partners Choose This Ring
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A living design — leaves, branches, and vines symbolizing love that keeps growing.
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Certified center stone — GRA documentation of the D/VVS1 grading and exact carat weight.
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Matching stones throughout — moissanite center and marquise moissanite leaf accents.
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Conflict-free by design — lab-grown stones, ethically sourced materials.
The same design is available with an IGI-certified lab-grown diamond center — and if she loves the botanical style with a softer center shape, see our oval moissanite leaf & vine ring.
Specifications
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Center stone: Marquise cut moissanite, approx. 1 carat, D color, VVS1 clarity
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Certificate: GRA certificate included (exact carat weight documented)
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Accent stones: Marquise moissanite, set as leaves on the shoulders
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Metal: Solid yellow gold — 10K, 14K, or 18K, selected from the drop-down
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Design family: Leaf & branch motif, split twig shoulders, engraved foliage
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Production: Made to order, 2–6 weeks
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Presentation: Free luxury velvet jewelry box
Care & Craftsmanship
Each ring is made to order over 2–6 weeks — cast, set, and finished for your order specifically. Moissanite needs no special treatment: warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush restore full brilliance. Store the ring in its velvet box when not worn, and remove it before heavy lifting or abrasive work.
Marquise Cut Moissanite Leaf Ring FAQs
Is the moissanite in this ring real?
Yes — moissanite is a genuine gemstone (silicon carbide) grown in a lab. It is not a diamond simulant like cubic zirconia; it's its own stone with superior optical properties, including more fire than diamond.
How big is the center stone?
The marquise center is approximately 1 carat. Because each ring is made to order, the exact carat weight of your stone is documented on the GRA certificate included with your ring.
What does GRA certified mean?
GRA (Gemological Research Association) certification documents the stone's cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Your ring ships with its GRA certificate confirming the D color, VVS1 clarity grading.
Are the accent stones moissanite too?
Yes — the leaf accents are marquise-cut lab-grown moissanite, matching the center stone's fire throughout the ring.
Which metal should I choose?
All three karats are solid yellow gold; the difference is gold content. Solid 10K is the most durable and most affordable, solid 14K is the classic balance and our most popular choice, and solid 18K has the highest gold content for the richest, warmest color. Whichever you choose, the color is permanent and it will never turn skin green — and white or rose gold is available on request. Our 10K vs 14K vs 18K karat comparison guide breaks down the trade-offs in detail.
What does the leaf and branch design symbolize?
Leaves and branches represent growth, renewal, and a love that keeps putting out new shoots season after season — the vine has symbolized enduring devotion since antiquity.
Will moissanite pass a diamond tester?
Standard thermal diamond testers will read moissanite as diamond, because both conduct heat similarly. Only specialized electrical testers distinguish the two.
Does moissanite sparkle more than a diamond?
Moissanite has a higher refractive index than diamond (2.65 vs 2.42) and more than double the fire dispersion — and the elongated marquise cut shows that rainbow fire dramatically.
Will moissanite cloud, fade, or scratch over time?
No. Moissanite is 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale — second only to diamond — and its brilliance is permanent. It will not cloud, yellow, or dull with age.
Is this an elvish or fairy style ring?
Very much so — the split branch shoulders, leaf-set stones, and engraved foliage give it a woodland, elvish character straight from a fantasy forest, while remaining a timeless fine-jewelry piece.
Is solid gold good for everyday wear?
Yes. Solid gold — 10K, 14K, or 18K, in your chosen karat — is the standard for heirloom jewelry: durable, solid throughout, with no plating to wear away, and it will never turn skin green.
How long does made to order take?
Each ring is cast and set to order over 2–6 weeks. You'll receive tracking as soon as your ring ships.
Is this ring conflict-free?
Yes. The lab-grown moissanite center and accents are inherently conflict-free, and all materials are ethically sourced.
Does it come with a diamond instead?
Yes — the identical design is available with an IGI-certified 1 carat lab-grown diamond center and lab-grown diamond leaf accents.
