From a Promise to a Memory: The Story Behind a 10-Carat Moissanite Ring
At Black Soldier Designs, every custom ring comes with a story. But this one stayed with us.
It started with a quiet email from a woman who simply wrote:
"I want to create a 10-carat moissanite ring. It’s something that was once promised to me, and I’ve decided I won’t wait anymore."
We had no idea that this message would turn into one of the most emotional custom pieces we’ve ever made.
💌 The Promise
She had been in love. Deeply, wildly, beautifully in love.
Her boyfriend wasn’t just her partner—he was her best friend, her biggest cheerleader, and the one who made her believe in forever.
One day, in the middle of a long walk and soft laughter, he said:
“Someday, I’m going to get you a 10-carat moissanite ring. Ice so big it blinds the world.”
They both laughed. It was one of those promises that feels too bold and too romantic to ever come true—but still, it etched itself into her heart.
But life doesn't always follow the script.
Before the ring could ever be made, he was gone.
Not from life, but from her life. And just like that, the future they dreamed of scattered into memory.
💎 Turning Pain Into Power: Why She Came to Us
Months later, she found us through our shop—Black Soldier Designs, known for bold hip hop jewelry and luxury-grade moissanite rings.
We specialize in custom jewelry that makes a statement. But this request was different.
She told us she wanted to create the ring as if he had kept his promise.
Not as a symbol of sadness, but as a tribute. A way to carry his words with her—not on paper or in memory, but on her hand, where she could feel them every day.
"If I can’t have him, I can at least have what he promised. That means something."
🛠️ Designing the Dream: Our Collaboration Process
From the start, we treated this project with the care it deserved.
1. Initial Sketches
We started with a few bold concepts based on her description:
- A 10-carat cushion-cut moissanite as the centerpiece
- A setting that felt powerful but feminine
- Micro-pavé diamonds around the band for full-on brilliance
She didn’t want anything “dainty.” She wanted strength. Bold beauty. The kind of ring that says: "I’m still here."
2. Refining the Details
She sent us a few inspirational images, and we discussed the setting height, band thickness, and side stones over several emails and phone calls.
Her energy was clear: she wasn’t just designing a ring—she was healing through design.
3. Final Approval
When we showed her the 3D render of the final ring, she cried.
“That’s it. That’s the one. That’s what I saw in my heart.”
✨ The Result: A Ring That Stops Time
We crafted the ring with our highest-grade lab-created 10-carat moissanite, cut to perfection to rival any diamond in fire and brilliance.
The band was hand-set with dozens of smaller moissanite stones, creating an uninterrupted flow of ice.
Every angle—every detail—was meant to speak to her story:
- The size: because love doesn’t shrink, even when it ends
- The clarity: because truth always shines through
- The strength: because she was still standing
When the ring was ready, we photographed it under natural and studio light. And it was breathtaking.
But no photo could prepare us for what she said when it arrived.
💬 Her Words
“I opened the box and just… sat there. It’s like he’s here. Like he kept his word. I wear it every day. People ask me if I’m engaged—I just smile and say, ‘This is my story.’”
That, right there, is why we do what we do.
🔥 Why Moissanite Was the Perfect Choice
Let’s talk materials for a second—because this ring wasn’t just emotional, it was smart.
Moissanite is:
- Nearly as hard as diamond (9.25 on the Mohs scale)
- Has more fire and brilliance than a natural diamond
- Conflict-free, lab-created, and environmentally responsible
- Perfect for bold, oversized hip hop-inspired jewelry
A 10-carat diamond of this quality would cost six figures.
Her custom 10-carat moissanite ring delivered the same wow factor—for a fraction of the price.
That’s the power of moissanite, and the magic of working with Black Soldier Designs.
📦 Our Custom Ring Services
We believe jewelry should tell your truth.
At Black Soldier Designs, our custom process includes:
- 1-on-1 design consultation
- Hand-drawn or 3D rendered previews
- Certified premium-grade moissanite (VVS1 clarity, D color)
- Solid silver or gold settings
- Full control over every detail—from cut to carat to attitude
No matter your story, we’re here to help you wear it.
🙌 A Tribute, A Statement, A Legacy
This ring isn’t just a piece of jewelry.
It’s a memory. A promise kept by her own strength. A symbol of moving forward while still honoring the past.
And honestly?
It might be the most powerful thing we’ve ever made.
💍 Thinking About a Custom Moissanite Ring?
Whether you want a statement piece, a memory piece, or just a ring that goes hard—we’ve got you.
👉 Explore our Moissanite Collection
👉 Start your custom project today
👉 Contact Black Soldier Designs
Because every ring has a story. Let’s create yours.