Handmade Crescent Moon Circle Pendant Necklace — 925 Sterling Silver, Rhodium Plated White Gold Finish, GRA Moissanite

José Lux has been hand-setting Moissanite for over a decade. The Crescent Moon Circle Pendant is one of the most recognizable silhouettes in our collection — a design built on contrast: an open circular frame, a crescent arc of Swiss CZ running three-quarters around the inside edge, and a single GRA-certified Moissanite center stone elevated in a prong mount at the heart of the circle. The crescent and the stone work together. The open negative space in the frame makes both more visible.

Every pendant is hand-set and hand-plated at our workshop in Vietnam. Not assembled by machine. Not outsourced. The same artisans who set the stones plate the finish. That's how we know the quality is consistent.

The Center Stone — 5mm Moissanite, 0.5CT Equivalent

The center stone is GRA-certified Moissanite — Color D, Clarity FL. Colorless and internally flawless. 5mm round brilliant cut, 0.5ct equivalent weight. Each stone ships with its own GRA certificate carrying a unique report ID traceable to your specific stone. Physical certificate, not a card.

Moissanite is lab-created silicon carbide. It is not a diamond and José Lux won't tell you it is. It has its own optical properties — more fire than diamond, which means more rainbow dispersion in directional light. On a pendant this size, with a stone elevated above the crescent halo arc, that fire is visible from across a room. In direct sunlight, the center stone throws color from every angle.

The crescent arc stones are Swiss CZ — cubic zirconia, not Moissanite. They run in a pavé-style setting along the curved inner edge of the circular frame. Their function is structural and visual: they define the crescent shape, they add sparkle depth to the frame, and they create the contrast that makes the single Moissanite center stone read even brighter. The Moissanite is the certified stone. The Swiss CZ is the crescent architecture.

How the Pendant Looks in Person

The circular frame gives the pendant a defined, geometric presence — it's not a delicate chain drop, it's a statement piece with structure. The crescent arc of Swiss CZ runs along the inner left and bottom edge of the circle, leaving the upper right portion of the frame open. The Moissanite center stone sits at the junction, prong-set inside the circle, slightly off-center toward the open space. That asymmetry is intentional. It's what makes the design feel modern rather than traditional.

In natural light, the Moissanite fires with rainbow flashes. The CZ crescent arc catches and scatters light in every direction. The rhodium plated white gold finish on the frame sits mirror-polished against both. The box chain — clean-linked, solid, 18 inches — hangs flat against the collarbone. It's a complete visual system. Everything is working at the same time.

The Chain — 18 Inches, Handcrafted Lobster Clasp

The chain is 925 sterling silver, box-link style, 18 inches in length. 18 inches is the standard fit for virtually every woman — collarbone length, the right drop for a pendant this size. Every customer at José Lux who has purchased a necklace at this length has been satisfied with the fit.

The lobster clasp is handcrafted at our Vietnam workshop. Not a pressed-out factory clasp. Hand-finished. It holds firm during wear. It opens cleanly when you need to remove the necklace for cleaning or storage. A lobster clasp done correctly is easy. A lobster clasp done cheaply catches, sticks, or releases under pressure. This one doesn't. We've been making them long enough to know the difference.

The Metal and Plating

The pendant and chain are both 925 sterling silver — 92.5% pure silver, 7.5% copper for structural rigidity. Sterling silver is the right choice for a prong-set pendant. It holds tension without becoming brittle. The prong tips flex slightly on setting and hold firm under wear.

The pendant and chain are 925 sterling silver — 92.5% pure silver, 7.5% copper for structural strength. The rhodium plated white gold finish applied at our Vietnam workshop sits as a hard barrier between the silver and air. While the rhodium holds, the silver underneath doesn't tarnish. It stays bright white. Mirror-polished. That's the point of the plating — and it's why José Lux hand-applies it instead of machine-dipping. Hand-application produces more even coverage at the detail points — the prong edges, the crescent rail transitions, the chain links.

Rhodium is harder than gold. The conservative baseline for this finish is three years of regular daily wear. Many customers report five years. The longest we've recorded: eight years of daily wear before the first re-plate. Skin chemistry, wear frequency, and chemical exposure all affect the timeline. When the rhodium eventually wears and you want it restored, ship it back. Re-plating is always free at the José Lux workshop — no time limit, no conditions.

Certification

Every necklace ships with the full GRA gemological certificate for the Moissanite center stone. The report confirms Color D, Clarity FL, Round Brilliant cut, 5mm, 0.5ct equivalent weight — and carries a unique report number traceable to your specific stone. This is the same certificate format used in professional gemological documentation. Physical certificate, not a card.

Warranty and Repairs

Every prong setting on a José Lux necklace is adjusted by hand at our Vietnam workshop. Stone loss from normal daily wear is extremely rare. That's by design.

If a stone does come loose or fall out under everyday use — no drops, no hard impacts, just daily wear — José Lux handles it:

• Swiss CZ crescent halo stones: Re-setting or replacing accent stones is always free. José Lux imports CZ in volume directly from our suppliers. We absorb the cost entirely.
• Moissanite center stone: If the center stone needs replacement, José Lux charges at our import cost from our Hong Kong supplier — never at retail. Re-setting labor is always free.
• Rhodium re-plating: Always free at the José Lux workshop. No time limit, no conditions.

What's not covered: stones lost due to hard physical impact — a necklace dropped from height, caught and yanked, or showing visible deformation of the frame or prongs consistent with a fall. José Lux inspects each case individually. If a repair falls outside the warranty, we still fix it — at cost, with a clear quote before anything is done.

Shipping

Free via USPS to the United States and Europe. Tracking sent the day your order ships. Estimated delivery 7–14 business days. European orders can see customs delays — José Lux states that honestly rather than promise a window we can't control. Every shipment is 100% insured. If something goes wrong in transit — lost, delayed, or damaged — you're covered in full. Even if an incorrect address was entered at checkout, a full refund is issued. You either receive your necklace in perfect condition or you get your money back.

Your necklace ships with an anti-shock protective layer inside a dedicated jewelry box, inside an outer gift box. Nothing shifts. Nothing impacts.

Specifications

Style	Crescent Moon Circle Pendant · Four-Prong Solitaire Center Mount
Center Stone	Moissanite — Round Brilliant, 5mm, 0.5ct equivalent
Stone Grade	Color D (Colorless) · Clarity FL (Internally Flawless)
Certification	GRA Certified — unique ID number per stone, physical certificate included
Pendant Stones	Swiss CZ — pavé-set crescent arc along inner circular frame
Metal	925 Sterling Silver (92.5% silver / 7.5% copper)
Plating	Rhodium Plated White Gold Finish — hand-applied at José Lux Vietnam workshop
Plating Durability	Typically 3 years daily wear · Many customers report 5–8 years before re-plate
Chain Length	18 inches — standard fit for all women
Chain Style	Box chain, 925 sterling silver
Clasp	Lobster clasp — handcrafted, secure during wear, easy to open for cleaning
For	Women / Ladies
CZ Stone Re-setting	FREE — José Lux imports in bulk, no charge to customer
Moissanite Replacement	Charged at José Lux Hong Kong import cost only — never retail
Re-plating	Always FREE at José Lux workshop
Shipping	Free USPS — United States & Europe · 7–14 business days
Insurance	100% order value insured — full refund if issue in transit
Origin	Handmade at José Lux workshop, Vietnam
Includes	GRA certificate, silver care cloth, warranty card

Our Workshop

Our workshop is in Vietnam. The artisans who hand-set your Moissanite center stone, hand-set the crescent CZ arc, and hand-plate your pendant and chain have been doing this work for years — longer than most jewelry brands have been selling online. Every prong is adjusted by hand. Every halo stone is set by hand. Every band is plated by hand. This is José Lux's own workshop, not a third-party factory.

The Crescent Moon Circle Pendant requires more bench time than a simple solitaire drop. The circular frame has to be true. The crescent arc has to sit flush on the inner curve. The Moissanite prongs have to hold tension without touching the CZ stones. We've done it enough times to know what makes it last.

Your Necklace Arrives Protected — Two-Layer Box Packaging, USPS Insured

Your necklace ships in two layers of packaging. The inner jewelry box holds the necklace securely in place. The outer box protects everything during transit. On top of that, the necklace itself is wrapped in a shock-absorbing layer before it goes into the box — so there's no movement, no impact damage, nothing shifts in transit.

Shipping is via USPS with 100% jewelry insurance on every order. If something goes wrong in transit — lost, delayed, damaged — we cover it. Even if an address was entered incorrectly at checkout, José Lux refunds you in full. You either receive your necklace in perfect condition, or you get your money back. That's the José Lux standard.

FAQ

What is the crescent halo made of?

Swiss CZ — cubic zirconia. Not Moissanite. The center stone is the GRA-certified Moissanite, 5mm, 0.5ct equivalent. The crescent arc running along the inner frame is pavé-set Swiss CZ. They are matched in color and brightness to the Moissanite center, but they are a different material. José Lux states this clearly because we want you to know exactly what you're buying.

How does the pendant look in person?

The circle frame creates a clean geometric outline on the collarbone. The crescent CZ arc gives it depth and direction — the stones catch light across the full inner curve. The Moissanite center stone is elevated on a prong mount, so it reads above the frame in direct light and throws rainbow flashes in any directional source. The box chain hangs flat. The rhodium plated white gold finish across the whole piece sits bright white and mirror-polished. It photographs well and reads clearly in person at normal conversation distance.

Is 18 inches the right length for me?

18 inches is the standard collarbone length — it sits just above the sternum on most women. Every customer at José Lux who has purchased a necklace at this length has been satisfied with the fit. For a pendant this size, 18 inches is the right drop. The pendant sits in the right position: visible, centered, not lost in the neckline.

How secure is the lobster clasp?

The lobster clasp on every José Lux necklace is handcrafted at our Vietnam workshop. It is not a standard factory-pressed clasp. The mechanism holds firm during wear — it does not release under pressure or vibration. When you want to remove the necklace, it opens cleanly with a single thumb press. Easy when you intend it. Secure when you don't. We've been making them long enough to know the difference between a clasp that holds and one that only looks like it will.

How long does the plating last?

The rhodium plated white gold finish is hand-applied at our Vietnam workshop — not machine-dipped. Conservative baseline: three years of regular daily wear. In practice, many José Lux customers come back to re-plate after five years. We've recorded eight years of daily wear before the first re-plate. Skin chemistry, how often you wear it, and whether you take it off around chemicals all affect the timeline. Re-plating is always free at the José Lux workshop — whenever the time comes, we take care of it.

Does the necklace tarnish?

Not while the rhodium plating holds. The rhodium plated white gold finish is a hard barrier that sits between the 925 sterling silver and air — while it's intact, the silver underneath stays bright and doesn't tarnish. The finish holds for at least 3 years under regular daily wear. Many José Lux customers go 5 years. Some have gone 8. When the plating eventually wears through, you'll notice the finish losing its brightness — that's your signal to send it back. Re-plating is always free at the José Lux workshop, no time limit, no conditions.

What does the warranty cover?

The prong settings on José Lux necklaces are built to hold — stone loss from normal daily wear is extremely rare. If it happens with no evidence of impact damage: Swiss CZ crescent halo stones are re-set for free. José Lux imports these in volume and absorbs the cost entirely. Moissanite center stone replacement is charged at our import cost from our Hong Kong supplier — never at retail. Re-plating is always free. What's not covered: impact damage — visible deformation of the frame, prongs, or chain consistent with a fall or hard strike. José Lux still fixes impact damage, at cost, with a clear quote before anything is done.

How does shipping work?

Free USPS to the United States and Europe. Tracking sent the day your order ships. Estimated 7–14 business days. European orders can see customs delays — José Lux is honest about that rather than promising a window we can't control. Every shipment is 100% insured. If something goes wrong in transit for any reason, including an incorrect delivery address, a full refund is issued.

Where is this necklace made?

Handmade at the José Lux workshop in Vietnam. Our artisans specialize in silver. Setting a Moissanite stone in a prong mount inside a circular frame — while keeping the crescent CZ arc aligned and flush — requires precise bench work. The lobster clasp is handcrafted at the same workshop. The rhodium plating is applied by hand at the same workshop. This is José Lux's own operation. The origin isn't a footnote — it's the reason the craft is consistent.