Filigree Crescent Moon Charms – Zinc Alloy, 8 Colors | DG-MC037

Quick Answer

What are filigree crescent moon charms? They are flat, open-cut crescent shapes with scrollwork patterns, die-cast in zinc alloy and sold as jewelry findings for necklaces, earrings, hair accessories and bag charms. DG Buddy model DG-MC037 measures 37 x 30 x 1 mm, weighs about 2.2 g and comes in eight plating colors from a single mold.

Buyers pick these crescent moon connector charms when they want a celestial focal point that stays light on the ear or neckline. Free stock samples are available, and OEM customization covers color, size and logo.

Key Takeaways

• Filigree crescent moon charms work best when the cutouts are wide enough for jump rings and wire.
• DG-MC037 measures 37 x 30 x 1 mm and weighs about 2.2 g, light enough for long earrings.
• Zinc alloy suits openwork designs because die casting fills fine scroll detail consistently from batch to batch.
• Eight plating colors let one design cover gold, silver, rose gold, bronze and gunmetal collections.
• Bulk crescent moon charms ship in Pearl Foam + OPP Bag + Export Carton unless you request custom packing.
• Free stock samples are available, and custom sample fees are fully deductible from bulk orders.

Why the Scrollwork Cutouts Decide How a Moon Charm Gets Used

The crescent outline is the easy part of any crescent moon jewelry findings range. What a bench jeweler actually handles is the Filigree metalwork: the curling scrolls that leave open gaps across the body. Those gaps are the attachment points. A jump ring passes through one, a length of wire wraps around a scroll, or the whole piece is glued flat onto a hair clip, phone case or journal cover.

Some buyers ask whether a design without a dedicated hanging loop is harder to use. In our experience, earring makers often prefer the freedom, because they decide where the moon hangs and can tilt it to suit the drop length.

At 1 mm thick, the body sits flat against fabric and hair. That is why the same piece works in a layered necklace and in a statement earring.

Zinc Alloy for Openwork Moons: What You Gain and What You Trade

Zinc Alloy is the usual choice for openwork charms because molten zinc flows into thin scroll details and releases cleanly from the Custom Mold. That keeps unit cost steady when you order bulk crescent moon charms. Brass is a fair alternative when a project calls for raw metal or a heavier hand feel, but it is normally stamped or cut flat, so deep relief is harder to reproduce.

A zinc alloy crescent moon pendant also takes Electroplating well, which is how a single design ends up in eight colors without eight separate molds.

Quick Knowledge: Moon Charm Basics Before You Order

What is a filigree moon pendant?

It is a decorative metal moon whose body is mostly openwork. Searches for filigree moon pendant wholesale usually mean three things at once: an open scroll pattern, a size big enough to be a focal piece, and a price that works for resale. DG-MC037 is built around that combination.

Difference between zinc alloy and brass moon charms

Zinc alloy is cast and can carry relief. Brass is cut or stamped and stays flatter. The table above sets the two side by side, so you can match the metal to the look your collection needs.

Filigree vs Plain Crescent: Which Fits Your Design?

Eight Plating Colors and What Each One Does to the Design

Color changes how the scrollwork reads. Bright finishes make the cutouts look crisp, while darker ones push the pattern into relief. Here is how we describe the main groups when buyers ask for guidance.

• Bright silver and gold: clean and modern, best for minimalist earrings and wedding-style pieces.
• Antique bronze, antique gold and antique silver: Antique Bronze Plating and its siblings darken the recesses so the scrolls stand out. Our antique bronze filigree crescent moon charms are the usual pick for boho and witchy collections.
• Rose gold: warm and soft. Rose gold crescent moon charms bulk orders tend to go to hair accessory and gift brands.
• Gunmetal: a dark, modern tone that suits gothic and streetwear jewelry.

Many customers start with crescent moon charms bulk multi color assortments, then reorder the two colors that sell best.

Reading 37 x 30 x 1 mm: What Each Number Tells You

Anyone sourcing a 37mm filigree crescent moon pendant should look past the headline size. Each number below affects how the piece wears, hangs or sells.

1. Overall height, 37 mm: sets the drop length of an earring. Beyond this length, ear lobes start to feel the pull.
2. Overall width, 30 mm: decides how much of the moon shows when the piece hangs at an angle, and whether it clears a collar.
3. Thickness, 1 mm: keeps weight down and lets the charm lie flat. It also means plating must be even, because thin tips deform more easily.
4. Weight, about 2.2 g: a comfortable ceiling for single earrings. Heavier pieces tug at the lobe over a long day.
5. Crescent opening: the gap between the two tips controls how the moon sits against a neckline or hair clip.
6. Scroll cutout width: must be wider than your jump ring wire, or the ring will not pass through.
7. Tip radius: rounded tips avoid snagging knitwear and hair.

A Cloud Tour of the Production Floor

If we were walking you through the workshop, this is the order you would see, and the reason behind each stop.

1. Raw material: zinc alloy ingots are checked first, because mixed batches change how metal flows into thin scrolls.
2. Die Casting: the mold shapes the crescent and the filigree in one shot, which keeps every piece identical.
3. Trimming: runners and flash are removed so the outline is clean.
4. Grinding: burrs inside the cutouts are cleared, since they would scratch a jump ring or the wearer.
5. Polishing: several passes smooth the surface, which helps plating look even across curved edges.
6. Assembly check: there are no moving parts here, so this step is counting, sorting and pairing finishes.
7. Electroplating: hanging racks coat all faces of thin pieces, and antique colors get their dark recesses at this stage.
8. Salt Spray Testing: plated samples can be run through a salt chamber when a project requires proof of coating performance.
9. 100% Inspection: every piece is checked by eye for blocked cutouts, bent tips and color differences. Sampling alone misses single defects.
10. Packing: Pearl Foam + OPP Bag + Export Carton protects the fine tips during shipping.

The Die Casting and Electroplating pages give a neutral overview of both processes if you want background.

Where These Moons End Up, and One Development Story

These pieces are popular as moon charms for jewelry making, and also well beyond the bench:

• Celestial Jewelry necklaces and layered pendants
• Chandelier and drop earrings
• Hair Accessories such as clips, combs and headbands
• Bag Charm and keychain decoration
• Journal covers, wreaths and craft decoration

Here is a scenario we run into regularly. A small US brand wants a witchy earring line and starts with a plain brass crescent. Customers say it looks flat in photos, and the weight pulls on the ear. The brand switches to a Filigree design in zinc alloy, picks antique bronze and gunmetal, and checks the drop length against a 37 mm sample. The lighter piece photographs better and sells through, so the brand adds rose gold at the second order.

If you are building a wider range, our jewelry charms and pendants collection sits alongside this item. Many buyers pair it with filigree flower connector charms and metal rings in the same order.

Factory Expert Tips

How to choose crescent moon charms for jewelry making

1. Match size to use. Under 25 mm suits earrings, while 35 mm and up suits pendants and hair pieces.
2. Test the cutouts. Bring your jump rings and wire to the sample check before you approve the bulk order.
3. Pick the finish by background. Dark recesses show best against skin and light fabric, while bright plating suits dark fabrics.
4. Ask about plating on thin tips. Thin points are where plating wears first, so ask how the tips are racked and checked.

Common Buying Mistakes

• Choosing by photo alone, without checking the cutout width against your jump rings.
• Ignoring weight, then discovering the earrings feel heavy after an hour.
• Mixing plating batches between orders without a color reference.
• Ordering one color at volume before testing how it looks on your product.
• Skipping the sample stage on custom changes to size or logo.

Buyer Decision Guide

Different buyers need different things from the same moon.

• Suitable for: jewelry designers, Etsy and Amazon sellers, bead stores, hair accessory brands and gift companies.
• Suitable for: OEM factories that want a ready mold and quick color changes.
• Less suitable for: buyers who need solid 18K-look heavy pendants or high-load connections.
• Less suitable for: brands that require raw brass or stainless steel only, which is a different material path.

For a metal comparison written for buyers, see our zinc alloy vs brass guide.

OEM Customization for Moon Charms

If you are looking for a crescent moon charms manufacturer who can adapt this design, here is what we usually change. As an OEM crescent moon charms supplier, we work from your sketch, a sample or a changed version of DG-MC037.

1. Custom Mold: new size, thickness or scroll pattern.
2. Laser Logo: a small mark on the back, away from the filigree.
3. Emboss or Deboss Logo: added to the mold for a permanent mark.
4. Color matching: plating to your color card or Pantone reference.
5. Private Label: hang tags, barcode labels and branded bags.
6. Packaging: Pearl Foam + OPP Bag + Export Carton or Customized Packaging, including retail boxes.

Care and Maintenance

Zinc alloy with plating does not like prolonged moisture. Keep pieces dry and avoid wearing them in the shower or pool, because sweat and chlorine can dull the surface over time. Store them in a sealed bag with a silica gel pack, particularly in humid climates. Clean gently with a soft dry cloth. Antique finishes should not be scrubbed hard, because that removes the dark recesses that give the scrollwork its depth. During transport, keep the thin tips supported so they do not bend.

FAQ

What is the lead time for bulk orders?

Production Time is 10-15 days and Delivery Time is 10-15 days. A custom sample takes 5-7 days to make, and stock samples are usually ready in 1-3 days. If you plan a launch date, send your target and we can work backward to the order date together.

What is the MOQ?

[Please confirm whether this product belongs to chain hardware or individual hardware.] Order details such as color mix and customization affect the final number, so tell us your expected quantity and we will quote against it.

Do you need a new mold for a custom moon design?

Yes, a new size or scroll pattern needs a Custom Mold, while color or packaging changes do not. Many buyers start with DG-MC037 and change the plating first, because it avoids tooling and shortens the schedule. We will tell you in advance which changes need a mold.

Can I get a free sample?

Free stock samples are available. Custom samples require a sampling fee, and custom sample fees are fully deductible from bulk orders. Courier charges are borne by the customer. Let us know which colors you want to see, and we will prepare the set.

Do you have quality certificates?

We maintain quality certification documentation and are happy to provide the current valid certificates upon request during your sourcing evaluation. Please tell us which market you sell into and which paperwork your customers ask for, so we can prepare the right documents before the order is confirmed.

Can the plating color be matched to my reference?

Yes. Send a color card, a photo or a sample piece and we will match it during sampling. Standard options include gold, silver, rose gold, gunmetal, antique bronze, antique gold and antique silver. Final color should always be approved on a physical sample, since screens never show metal tones accurately.

Can you add my logo?

Yes. A laser logo on the back is the simplest option and needs no mold change. An embossed or debossed logo goes into the mold. Because the front is filigree, we keep logos off the scrollwork and place them on the flat back or tip area where they stay readable.

How are the charms packed?

The standard method is Pearl Foam + OPP Bag + Export Carton, which protects the thin tips during shipping. If you need retail-ready packing, we can arrange Pearl Foam + OPP Bag + Export Carton or Customized Packaging with hang tags, barcode labels or branded boxes.

Why Choose DG Buddy

• Nearly 20 years of manufacturing experience across metal hardware and decorative parts.
• OEM development from sketch, sample or modified design.
• Fast sampling: 5-7 days for custom samples, 1-3 days for stock samples.
• Engineering support on cutout width, plating and tolerance before tooling starts.
• QC Inspection at the casting, plating and packing stages.
• Responsive communication so your project manager gets answers in plain language.

Browse more jewelry findings hardware, or see how salt spray testing works if coating durability matters to your project.

Request Your Moon Charm Samples

If you already have a color card or a size drawing, send it over and we will check it against DG-MC037 before you commit. If you are still comparing suppliers, ask for the free stock samples first and test the cutouts with your own rings. We are happy to review your design, suggest the right finish and give you a clear quote. You can also download the DG Buddy catalog to see other filigree charms and connectors.