A nature inspired oval engagement ring that looks grown rather than made: a GRA-certified oval moissanite held by golden branches, with sculpted leaves unfurling along a split vine shank and marquise and round moissanite accents tucked into the foliage like dewdrops — all in solid yellow gold, in your choice of 10K, 14K, or 18K.
Solid Yellow Gold · 10K / 14K / 18K
D Color / VVS1 Clarity
GRA-Certified Moissanite
Leaf & Vine Design
Made to Order
Conflict-Free
A Ring That Looks Grown, Not Made
The shank splits like a young branch as it rises toward the center stone, with hand-sculpted leaves curling from the vine on both sides. Marquise-cut moissanite accents sit among the goldwork like leaves catching light, while round accents rest in the curve of the branches — placed asymmetrically, the way nature actually arranges things. It's a woodland, fairytale aesthetic executed in fine-jewelry materials: the kind of ring for someone whose love story feels a little enchanted.
Because the botanical detail carries the design, the ring wears beautifully on its own — no band required, though it pairs naturally with a simple or curved band from our solid gold wedding bands collection if you want to build a stack later.
The Oval Moissanite: D Color, VVS1, GRA Certified
The center is a genuine lab-grown moissanite — a real gemstone with lab-controlled origin, not a simulant. At D color and VVS1 clarity it sits at the top of the grading scale: icy white with no visible inclusions. The oval measures 6x8mm, approximately 1.50 carats diamond-equivalent weight; because each ring is made to order, the exact carat weight of your stone is documented on the GRA certificate included with your ring.
Moissanite's refractive index (2.65) exceeds diamond's (2.42), so it throws noticeably more fire — the rainbow flashes you see as the stone moves. At 9.25 on the Mohs scale it's the second-hardest gemstone used in jewelry, made for daily wear. If you're weighing your options, our guide on how moissanite compares to a lab-grown diamond lays out the differences in origin, sparkle, and price.
Why the Oval Cut
The oval elongates the finger and spreads its carat weight across a larger face-up area than a round of equal weight, so it looks generous on the hand. With no sharp corners to catch or chip, it's also one of the most practical cuts for everyday wear — a soft, romantic shape that suits the organic lines of the leaf and vine setting perfectly.
Choose your gold: 10K, 14K, or 18K solid yellow gold
The ring is cast in solid yellow gold — no plating, no vermeil, nothing to wear away — and you choose the karat from the drop-down. All three are real solid gold; the difference is the proportion of pure gold in the alloy. 10K is the most durable and the most affordable, an excellent everyday choice. 14K is the classic balance of gold richness and hardness, and our most popular default. 18K carries the highest gold content for the deepest, warmest color. The yellow color is permanent — it's the alloy itself, not a coating — so it will never wear off or turn your skin green. See our 10K vs 14K vs 18K gold karat comparison guide for a full breakdown; white and rose gold are available on request.
Yellow gold is the classic choice for nature-inspired work: it reads as warm and organic, makes the sculpted leaves glow, and sets off the icy white of the moissanite by contrast. This piece belongs to our solid gold engagement rings collection — heirloom-tier pieces meant to be worn daily and passed down — and it sits alongside our leaf engagement rings and oval moissanite engagement rings for couples drawn to organic, botanical shapes.
Why Partners Choose This Ring
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A design with a story — leaves, vines, and branches for couples drawn to woodland, cottagecore, and fairy engagement ring aesthetics.
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Certified center stone — GRA documentation of the D/VVS1 grading and exact carat weight, in hand.
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More fire than diamond — moissanite's optical properties out-sparkle diamond at a fraction of the price.
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Conflict-free by design — lab-grown center and accents, ethically sourced materials throughout.
Specifications
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Center stone: 6x8mm oval cut moissanite, approx. 1.50ct DEW
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Grading: D color, VVS1 clarity, GRA certificate included
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Accent stones: Marquise + round moissanite, set among the leaves
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Metal: Solid yellow gold — 10K, 14K, or 18K, selected from the drop-down
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Design family: Nature-inspired leaf & vine, split branch shank
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Production: Made to order, 3–6 weeks
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Presentation: Free luxury velvet jewelry box
Care & Craftsmanship
Each ring is made to order over 3–6 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, as you would any fine jewelry.
Oval Leaf Engagement 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.
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.
How big is the 6x8mm oval in carats?
A 6x8mm oval moissanite is approximately 1.50 carats diamond-equivalent weight (DEW). Because each ring is made to order, the exact carat weight of your stone is documented on its GRA certificate.
Are the accent stones moissanite too?
Yes — both the marquise leaf accents and the round accents are genuine lab-grown moissanite, matching the fire of the center stone.
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, so it throws more rainbow flashes in light. Many people choose it specifically for that extra brilliance.
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 the way simulants can.
Is this a fairy or elvish style ring?
Very much so — the leaf and vine goldwork, branch-split shank, and scattered accents make it a natural fit for fairycore, elvish, woodland, and cottagecore aesthetics while remaining a timeless fine-jewelry piece.
Which metal should I choose?
All three karats are real solid yellow gold; the difference is the proportion of pure gold in the alloy. 10K is the most durable and affordable, 14K is our most popular balance of richness and hardness, and 18K has the highest gold content for the deepest, warmest color. The color is permanent in every karat. See our karat comparison guide for details, then pick your karat from the drop-down; white and rose gold are available on request.
Is this real solid gold?
Yes. Every option — 10K, 14K, and 18K — is real solid yellow gold in your chosen karat, solid throughout with no plating to wear away. Solid gold is the standard for heirloom jewelry: durable, permanent in color, and it will never turn skin green.
Can I pair it with a wedding band?
Yes — the ring wears beautifully alone, and it also stacks well with a simple straight band or a gently curved band in matching yellow gold.
How long does made to order take?
Each ring is cast and set to order over 3–6 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 arrive gift-ready?
Yes — every order includes a free luxury velvet jewelry box, ready for the proposal.