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Untreated Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire 0.63ct IGI Certified Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Untreated Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire 0.63ct IGI Certified Loose Gem 5.4x4.3mm
Natural Untreated
Category
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Pinkish Purple Spinel Gemstone 1.41 Carats Certified Loose Spinel for Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
, cushion cut, 1.41 carats loose certified spinel from Burma.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE Pinkish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.16 in L 0.28 in
1.12ct Deep Blue Sapphire Pear Teardrop Cut IGI Certified Loose Rare Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.12ct Deep 0Blue Sapphire Pear Teardrop Cut IGI Certified Loose Rare Gem
Deep Blue Sapphire In
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
1.35ct Deep Blue Sapphire Rare Oval Cut IGI Certified Loose Gemstone in Blister
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.35ct Deep Blue Sapphire Rare Oval Cut IGI Certified Loose Gemstone in Blister
Natural Deep Blue
Category
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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H 0.15 in W 0.29 in D 0.25 in
Chrysoberyl Ring Gem 9.42 Carat GIA Certified Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
offered loose to a classy lady or gentleman.
The GIA certificate is attached to the images for your
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Chrysoberyl
GIA Certified Loose Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 2.41 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
2.41 carat round brilliant cut diamond graded by GIA.
The color grade is I, clarity is Si2.
The cut grade is good and there is no fluorescence.
The grading report number is 622795896...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Vanadium Chrysoberyl Ring Gem 5.08 Carat GIA Certified Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
quality gem, is offered loose, and it would make an exceptional unisex custom made jewelry creation.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Other
Blue Sapphire 3.07 Ct Oval Natural Heated GIA Certified, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.29 in D 0.23 in L 0.36 in
1.53ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond GIA Certified Loose Excellent Symmetry E SI2
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Beautiful 1.53ct round brilliant cut diamond that has been certified by GIA #168604401. See the GIA
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.22ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Rare Oval Cut IGI Certified Loose Gemstone VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.22ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Rare Oval Cut IGI Certified Loose Gemstone VVS
Natural Deep Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire
0.79 Carats Fine Blue Sapphire Gemstone Sapphire Stone for Jewelry Making
Located in Bangkok, TH
, faceted emerald cut certified loose gemstone from Sri lanka.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE Fine Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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W 0.2 in D 0.14 in L 0.21 in
1.25 Carats Pinkish Red Natural Afghan Ruby Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear Shape, 1.25 Carats, Certified Loose Ruby From Afghanistan. Ruby Ring, Ruby Gemstone, Ruby Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
GIA Certified 0.68ct Round Brilliant Loose Diamond
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Loose round brilliant diamond, .68 carats.
GIA-graded H color, VS1 clarity, symmetry is good.
The
Category
Late 20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.41ct GIA certified fancy yellow diamond loose
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA certified diamond, beautiful fancy yellow, comes with box and papers!
Natural Color Diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Yellow Diamond
GIA Certified Oval Brilliant Loose Diamond 1.48ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1.48-carat oval brilliant cut diamond.
GIA graded H color, Vs1 clarity.
Measures 7.89 x 6.31 x 4.51mm
The grading report number is 1226958994.
Comes with the original grading certifi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Pink Tourmaline 18mm Loose emerald cut certified
Located in Jupiter, FL
Natural pink tourmaline, very good quality, beautiful sparkle, will come with certificate of authenticity.
NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): Tourmaline
Clarity/Color: Slightly Included/Pink
Cut:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
GIA certified
D/ SI2
Grade Cut : Good
Polish: Very Good
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Marquise Diamond Loose Stone
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A marquise cut loose diamond certified by GIA as G color, VS2 clarity, with good polish and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Huge Loose GIA certified heart brilliant diamond 4.57ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA certified diamond, stunning heart brilliant 4.57 carats!
Natural Diamond:
Color: Fancy Yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.39ct Pear Pink Tourmaline Loose unset gemstone certified
Located in Jupiter, FL
Pink tourmaline,pear shape., certified!
NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): Tourmaline
Clarity/Color: Slightly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
IGI Certified 0.92 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
Located in New York, NY
0.92 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Loose Diamond
IGI certified
J / SI2
Polish: Very Good
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.37 Carat Emerald Oval, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Institute of America Report #2151269762 certifying its authenticity. We offer complimentary design sessions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Exceptional Vivid Tanzanite Loose Stone 11.01 Carats GIA Certified
Located in Media, PA
GIA REPORT NUMBER: 6234199403
This exceptional loose tanzanite stone, weighing 11.01 carats, has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
1.76 Carat Brazilian Emerald, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
large inventory of emeralds, both loose and set in original designs. We would love to design a bespoke
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.70 Carat Colombian Emerald, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
characteristics and natural inclusions appear magnified by photography.
We have a large selection of loose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
GIA Certified Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond 1.01 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Loose 1.01 carat round brilliant cut diamond.
GIA graded G color, Si2 clarity, Very Good cut grade
Category
Mid-20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Alexandrite Chrysoberyl .78 Carat Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified - RTP
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
certifying that it is a natural gemstone from Sri Lanka, one of the premier sources of world-class gemstones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Natural Alexandrite, Alexandrite Loose Gemstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Treat yourself to a perfect gift for this holiday season. Get a GIA certified Alexandrite gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.22 in D 0.14 in L 0.28 in
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Natural Alexandrite, Loose Precious Gemstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Treat yourself to a perfect gift for this holiday season. Get a GIA certified Alexandrite gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.2 in D 0.16 in L 0.27 in
GIA Certified 2.14 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite, Loose Alexandrite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
seasons. This Natural Alexandrite has been certified by GIA with a report that includes photos, maps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.27 in D 0.2 in L 0.35 in
Natural Loose 1.02 Carat Novelty M, SI2 GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
Polish: Very Good
Fluorescence: None
Certifying Lab: GIA
GIA Certificate #: 2235032761
Our Price
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
White Diamond
GRS Certified 9.16 Carat Blue Sapphire Untreated Loose Gem
Located in Taipei, TW
situation, and the supply of Burmese sapphires is limited and unpredictable.
This one is Grs Certified its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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W 0.39 in D 0.28 in L 0.54 in
10.37 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cushion, Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular green paraiba tourmaline is exceptionally clean, with excellent brilliance and luster! It is a beautifully-proportioned oval with highly saturated medium green color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba
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W 0.5 in D 0.32 in L 0.61 in
.37 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline, Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Brazilian tourmaline is a beautiful peacock greenish blue color, clearly recognizable as Paraiba! It is a faceted oval shape measuring 5.92 x 3.61 x 2.51 millimeters, with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba
36.96 Carat Pink Tourmaline Cushion, Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sparkling pink tourmaline is the color of pink champagne! Weighing 36.96 carats and measuring 21.85 x 20.20 x 12.50 millimeters, this large gemstone is a beautiful example of th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
76.22 Carat Pear Shaped Aquamarine, Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elongated pear shaped aquamarine weighs 76.22 carats and has a beautiful medium blue color! Measuring 46.50 x 22.30 x 14.50 millimeters, this huge gem is well cut with excellent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Alexandrite Chrysoberyl 1.16 Carat Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified - RTP
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 1.16 carat cushion-shaped alexandrite chrysoberyl with beautiful blue-green body color in fluorescent/daylight that changes to 100% purple in incandescent light. This chryso...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl
GIA Certified 1.72 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Loose Stone
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as G color, SI1 clarity with excellent polish and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 0.76 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite, Loose Alexandrite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Need a sparkle in your life? This is it. This gem brings you the royalty of Brazilian Alexandrite, with its unique color and hardness. You can't get a better deal than this: natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.18 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
GIA Certified 0.93 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
0.93ct RBC GIA i color/VVS1 Clarity, VG cut Diamond
0.93 carat round brilliant cut diamond.
GIA graded I color, VVs1 clarity, Very good cut grade.
The GIA report number is 6234001843...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GRS Certified 12.68 Carat Blue Sapphire Untreated Loose Gem
Located in Taipei, TW
A Burmese blue sapphire of 12 carat size is a rare and stunning gemstone that has a deep and vivid blue color. It is a type of corundum, which is a mineral that contains aluminum oxi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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W 0.47 in D 0.38 in L 0.52 in
GIA certified fancy light pink heart diamond loose 1.03ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural Color Diamond:
Color: Fancy Light Pink
Cut: Heart Brilliant
Carat: 1.03ct
Clarity: I1
Certificate of authenticity comes with purchase
ABOUT US
We are a family-owned busine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond
Unheated 13.12 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire, Loose Gemstone, Certified Cushion
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Unheated 13.12 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire, Loose Gemstone, Certified
Certified 13.12 Carats Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Natural Certified Sandawana Emerald Loose Gemstone 8.2x6.2x4.8 mm Emerald Cut.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Certified Sandawana Emerald Loose Gemstone 8.2x6.2x4.8 mm Emerald Cut.
Weight: 2.05 Cts
Category
2010s Zimbabwean Classical Greek Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Natural Oval Cut Sandawana Emerald Certified 2.45Cts Emerald Loose Gemstone.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Oval Cut Sandawana Emerald Certified 2.45Cts Emerald Loose Gemstone.
Size
Category
2010s Zimbabwean Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond D / VS1
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
GIA certified
D/ VS1
Grade Cut : Very Good
Polish: EX
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond G / IF
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
GIA certified
G / IF
Grade Cut : Very Good
Polish
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 67.75 Carat Natural Quartz Citrine Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This GIA certified 67.75 Carat Natural Quartz Citrine Oval loose gemstone has modified brilliant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South American Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine, Quartz
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W 0.89 in D 0.65 in L 1.22 in
GIA Certified 4.04 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Diamond H / VS1
Located in New York, NY
Our Gorgeous 4.04 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Loose Diamond will be the star of any unique engagement
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Oval Cut Loose Diamond E / VVS1
Located in New York, NY
Our Gorgeous 2.02 Carat Pear Shape Cut Natural Loose Diamond will be the star of any unique
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GRS Certified 7.12 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine Loose Gem
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This one of a kind deep sea blue Santa Maria Aquamarine weighing 7.12 carats is absolutely stunning and is definitely a collectible piece. As with any aquamarine, this spectacular ge...
Category
2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
GRS Certified 6.89 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine Loose Gem
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This one of a kind deep sea blue Santa Maria Aquamarine weighing 6.89 carats is absolutely stunning and is definitely a collectible piece. As with any aquamarine, this spectacular ge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
0.87 Carat Loose D / VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
0.87 Carat Loose D / VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
Diamond Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
2.07 Carat Loose H /SI1 Radiant Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
2.07 Carat Loose H /SI1 Radiant Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
Diamond Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Natural Alexandrite Cushion Shape, Loose Alexandrite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Certified 3.52 Carat Natural Alexandrite is perfect for anyone wanting to add a little sparkle to their
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.31 in D 0.26 in L 0.34 in
1.09 Carat Loose F/ VS2 Princess Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1.09 Carat Loose F/ VS2 Princess Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
Diamond Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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0.54 Carat Loose J/ VS2 Princess Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
0.54 Carat Loose J/ VS2 Princess Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
GIA Report Number
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.03 Carat Loose I / VS1 Princess Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1.03 Carat Loose I / VS1 Princess Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
Diamond Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.00 Carat Loose G / VS2 Heart Shaped Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1.00 Carat Loose G / VS2 Heart Shaped Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
GIA Report Number
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.00 Carat Loose G / VS1 Asscher Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1 Carat Loose G / VS1 Asscher Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
Diamond Cut: Asscher
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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Certified Loose For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact certified loose you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 13 antique edition and 130 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect certified loose among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A certified loose from Fine Jewels UK, Merkaba and TJD — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A certified loose can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 80, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cushion cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a certified loose, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Certified Loose?
On average, a certified loose at 1stDibs sells for $4,966, while they’re typically $297 on the low end and $1,800,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right loose-gemstones for You
Are you shopping for diamonds and other loose gemstones to create your own custom jewelry?
Why might you purchase a diamond or gemstone “loose” — that is, on its own, not mounted in a piece of jewelry? Perhaps you’re a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment. The scarcity of high-quality colored diamonds, for instance, especially pink diamonds, means that their value increases over time; the same is true of rare Kashmir sapphires and Burmese rubies. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraiba tourmaline, discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
A more common scenario would be that you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.
If this sounds like you, read on for tips on becoming one of the world’s savviest gem hunters.
Educate yourself: When buying any piece of gem-set fine jewelry, you should familiarize yourself with the factors that determine a stone’s price. This will enable you to streamline your search for the perfect gem and have intelligent, productive conversations with sellers.
There is a wealth of information online, such as our diamond-buying guide and this overview of colored gemstones for engagement rings. The buying guides of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), searchable by stone type, are also a widely trusted source for consumers venturing into the world of diamonds and gems for the first time.
Vet your vendor: If you peruse 1stDibs with any regularity, you know there is no shortage of vendors who deal in top-quality loose gemstones. (Read about our vetted sellers.) Finding a trustworthy, established dealer may be as easy as getting a recommendation from friends or family. And, although it may sound obvious, it pays to Google your candidates — and consult customer reviews — before making contact.
Harakh Mehta, designer and founder of the Mumbai, India–based fine-jewelry brand Harakh, has an innate understanding of proper client relations, especially when the customer is in unfamiliar territory. “Start chatting with the dealer, get to know them better," he says. "It’s very important to establish a comfort level. We never push a sale, as we want it to be a carefully considered purchase. So, if the client is not in a rush, we do it over a few virtual meetings or phone calls.”
Request documentation: The best dealers go to great lengths to furnish clients with documents verifying the quality rating, natural origin and provenance of a stone — showing, for example, that loose emerald hails from the famous Muzo mine in Colombia — and disclosing any treatments applied to enhance its appearance. (And who doesn't love emerald jewelry? The most valuable emeralds are the ones that have a deep bluish-green to true green color and no visible inclusions.)
If no grading report is available for a stone you are interested in, the dealer should be able to provide an authenticity document, such as an appraisal or info sheet, that has been signed by an in-house gemologist or professional appraiser. Google those names, too, for extra peace of mind.
Ask for videos and visuals: When transacting with a gem dealer online, you should always request real-time videos and photographs, since professional photos of a stone, usually on a white background, have likely been retouched for optimal presentation.
Read more about how to buy loose gemstones and find your dream gems today on 1stDibs.
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