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1.25 Carat Loose Stone Emerald Heart Shape Brazil
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
Extremely nice color beautiful Emerald 💚 Heart shape. Origin BRAZIL Minor oil enhancement
Category

2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Opal Stone 17.23 Carat Heart Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 17.23 Carat Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone very special
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

0.79Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.79ct Loose Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Unveiling our
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

0.79Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
0.79Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
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W 0.2 in D 0.12 in L 0.37 in
0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.55ct Loose Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Unveiling our
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
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W 0.2 in D 0.1 in L 0.34 in
1.26Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.26ct Loose Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Unveiling our
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.26Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
1.26Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
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W 0.23 in D 0.15 in L 0.4 in
Genuine 8.15 Carats Natural Loose Bicolor Loose Tourmaline Scissor Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 8.15 Carats Dimension: 14.7x8.6x7.2 Mm Origin: Paprok Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
Located in רמת גן, IL
Title: Exquisite 1.58ct Loose Pear Shape Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Delight in the
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
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W 0.22 in D 0.14 in L 0.35 in
10.20 Carat Natural Emerald Heart Cabochon Sugarloaf Unique Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
DETAILS Emerald Weight: 10.20 CT Measurements: 15.2 x 12.2 x 9 mm Shape: Heart Cabochon Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Heart-Shaped Russian Emerald Loose Gemstone 0.51 Carat
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
What is the most recognized symbol of love? Definitely, it's a heart. This heart-shaped Emerald has
Category

2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Small 1.05 Carats Natural Loose Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garneg Weight: 1.05 Carats Dimension: 6.4x6.9x3.6 Mm Origin: Tanzania Shape
Category

2010s Tanzanian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

17.70 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Heart Shape Gem For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
& Yellow Shape: Heart Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique and captivating gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

Stunning 3.15 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 3.15 Carats Dimension: 10.2x5.8x5.8 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.15 Carat Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline from Afghanistan Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artist Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.05 Carats Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.05 Carats Dimension: 9.3x5.3x4.5 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

3.15 Carat Glamorous Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Emerald Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Rubellite tourmaline, often regarded as the "love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite

Emerald Shape Stunning 13.10 Carats SI Quality Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline
Located in Peshawar, PK
Colour: Greenish Blue Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Lagoon Tourmaline, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

6.10 Carats Natural Pink Bicolor Loose Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 6.10 Carats Dimension: 11.7x10.1x6.9 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

9.0 carats Purple Loose Kunzite Stone Emerald Cut Natural Naigarian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
octagon Cut emerald The 9.0 carat Purple Kunzite stone, characterized by its enchanting emerald cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Kunzite

6.50 Carat AAA Natural Pink Morganite Emerald Cut Shape Loose Gemstone Jewellery
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 50015 Stone : Natural pink morganite Shape : Octagon Clarity - Eye clean Grade - AAA Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

8.00 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst Rectangular Emerald Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Brazil Certificate: On Demand Shape : Long Emerald Green amethyst, also known as prasiolite, is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

Huge 24.40 Carats Bi Color Loose Tourmaline Emerald Shape For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 24.40 Carats Dimension: 21X11.6x10.1 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

8.60 Carat Pretty Loose Green Amethyst Emerald Shape Gem From Earth Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Brazil Certificate: On Demand Shape : Emerald Green amethyst, also known as prasiolite, is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

7.10 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Emerald Color; light Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Imperial Topaz encourages
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Imperial Topaz, Topaz

4.20 Carat Long Emerald Cut Natural Green Loose Tourmaline Emerald Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Green Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

4.20 Carat Long Emerald Cut Natural Green Loose Tourmaline Emerald Cut
4.20 Carat Long Emerald Cut Natural Green Loose Tourmaline Emerald Cut
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H 0.56 in W 0.25 in D 0.21 in L 0.56 in
1.86ct Heart Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.86 cts Measurements: 8.61 x 8.44 x
Category

2010s Colombian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.86ct Heart Green Emerald from Colombia
1.86ct Heart Green Emerald from Colombia
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W 0.34 in D 0.18 in L 0.34 in
45 Heart-Shaped Emerald Ruby and Sapphire Cabochon Cts 40.54
Located in Hong Kong, HK
-five heart-shaped cabochons, each expertly made from sapphire, emerald, and ruby, is a captivating
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire

1.10 Carats Natural Loose Pale Pink Tourmaline Gemstone Emerald Shaped
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pink Shape: Emerald Clarity: Eye Clean Certificate: On Demand With a rating between 7 and 7.5 on the
Category

Antique Early 1600s Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Lagoon Blue Loose Tourmaline 1.60 Carats Emerald Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Included) Origin Afghanistan Shape Octagon Cut Emerald The Lagoon Blue Tourmaline is a true masterpiece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Mint Green Tourmaline 6.10 Carats Emerald Cut Natural Afghani Loose Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
(Very, Very Slightly Included) Shape Octagon Cut Emerald Discover the allure of our Mint Green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Greenish Blue Tourmaline 2.70 carats Emerald Cut Natural Afghani Loose Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
(Very, Very Slightly Included) Shape Octagon Cut Emerald Indulge in the captivating allure of our
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Emerald Cut Vivid Yellow Zimmi Loose Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Rare natural vivid yellow diamond 1.08 carat emerald cut, a rare shape in over 1.00 carat diamond
Category

2010s Sierra Leonean Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Genuine 1.90 Carat Natural Loose Indicolite Tourmaline Emerald Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Blue Indicolite Certificate: On Demand In the
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

2.10 Carat Natural Loose Pinkish Red Rhodolite Garnet Emerald Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity : AAA Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Shape Certificate: On Demand Treatment: Non Color: Red . Rhodolite
Category

2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

2.95 Carats Natural Loose Blueish Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Green Shape: Emerald Certificate: On Customer Demand Treatment: Non / Natural Tourmaline is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

4.70 Carats Sea Blue Loose Tourmaline Pair Emerald Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
, Very Slightly Included) Shape octagon Cut emerald Behold the exquisite allure of this stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

3.80 Carats Emerald Shape Natural Lagoon Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 3.80 Carats Dimension: 11.5x6.6x5.7 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

3.20 Carats Faceted Natural Rubellite Tourmaline Gemstone Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Weight: 3.20 Carats Dimension: 10.1x6.8x5.6 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline

Elegant 38.65 Carat Natural Loose Bi Color Tourmaline Emerald Cut Necklace Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
& Orange Shape: Emerald Quality: AAA . Bicolor tourmaline is connected to the heart chakra, which makes it
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Gorgeous 12.80 Carat Natural Loose Neon Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Neon Blue Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Gorgeous Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring Gemstone 2.0 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Mintgreen Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone 2.45 Ct Emerald Cut for Ring/Pendant
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline PIECE(S): 1 WEIGHT: 2.45 Carats SHAPE: Emerald SIZE (MM): 10.74 x 6.23 x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

6.20 Carat Natural Loose Pale Pink Kunzite Cushion Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
is frequently cut into various shapes, including ovals, emerald cuts, and cushions, enhancing its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Kunzite

4.15 Carat Fancy Cut Emerald Shape Green Amethyst Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Brazil Certificate: On Demand Shape : Emerald Green amethyst, also known as prasiolite, is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

AAA Quality 7.35 Carat Loose Green Tourmaline From Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Emerald Color: Green Quality: AAA Certificate: On Demand Green Tourmaline moves healing energy
Category

2010s Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

AAA Quality 7.35 Carat Loose Green Tourmaline From Afghanistan
AAA Quality 7.35 Carat Loose Green Tourmaline From Afghanistan
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H 0.5 in W 0.42 in D 0.26 in L 0.5 in
2.50 Carats Natural Loose Baby Pink Tourmaline Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.50 Carats Dimension: 8.3x6.2x5.8 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.50 Carats Natural Loose Baby Pink Tourmaline Ring Gem
2.50 Carats Natural Loose Baby Pink Tourmaline Ring Gem
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W 0.25 in D 0.23 in L 0.33 in
Gorgeous Natural Loose Tourmaline Ring Gem 1.80 Carats Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 1.80 Carats Dimension: 8.8x5.7x4.3 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Anglo-Indian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Cute Heart 34.14cts Dazzling Natural Morganite Peach Pink Brazil
Located in บางรัก, TH
orange hue, combining for the iconic peachy color. Stone - Natural Morganite Shape - Heart Quantity - 1
Category

2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

3.15 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline Included Clarity From Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity :Included Shape: Emerald Color: Bluish green ( Lagoon) Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Gorgeous 5.70 Carats Light Green Loose Amethyst Prasiolite Pixel Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst Weight: 5.70 Carats Dimension: 18.5x7x6.1 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

1.50 Carats Natural Loose Pale Pink Tourmaline Gemstone from Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : SI Shape: Emerald Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Tourmalines make up a huge
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Antique 17th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

3.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline Si Clarity Gemstone from Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : SI Shape: Emerald Color: Lagoon Green Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Stunning 10.40 Carat Natural Loose Rare Imperial Topaz From Katlang Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 10.40 Carats Dimension: 15.9x8.6x7.8 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Imperial Topaz

Stunning 10.40 Carat Natural Loose Rare Imperial Topaz From Katlang Pakistan
Stunning 10.40 Carat Natural Loose Rare Imperial Topaz From Katlang Pakistan
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H 0.63 in W 0.34 in D 0.31 in L 0.63 in
Rich Color 5.70 Carat Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstone From Kunar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Emerald Color: Green Quality: SI Certificate: On Demand Green Tourmaline moves healing energy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rich Color 5.70 Carat Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstone From Kunar Mine
Rich Color 5.70 Carat Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstone From Kunar Mine
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H 0.52 in W 0.33 in D 0.23 in L 0.52 in
15.30 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline AAA Quality Gemstone from Kunar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Loupe Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Lagoon Green Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.40 Carat Natural Rich Color Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
as a solitaire stone or combined with other gems, this enchanting gem continues to capture the hearts
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Natural Loose 8.25 Carat Lavender Colour Kunzite Cushion Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
is frequently cut into various shapes, including ovals, emerald cuts, and cushions, enhancing its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Kunzite

Gorgeous 6.35 Carats Mint Bicolor Loose Tourmaline Ring Gemstone Kunar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 6.35 Carats Dimension: 11.3x8.7x7.3 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Stunning 7.30 Carats Loose Green Tourmaline Lot Wifi Set For Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
healing. It's believed to resonate with the heart chakra, making it a stone of compassion, love, and
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2010s Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Brownish Red Tourmaline 1.85 carats Emerald Cut Natural Gemstone From Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
Treatment Heated Locality Africa Clarity SI Shape Octagon Cut Emerald Indulge in the earthy allure of
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21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Geological Marvel Orange Citrine 4.10 Carats Emerald Cut Natural Brazilian Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape Octagon Cut Emerald Discover the fiery allure of this Oval Shaped Fire Orange Citrine, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

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Heart Shape Emerald Loose Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate heart shape emerald loose stone for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 14k gold and 15k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 6 vintage editions and 82 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect heart shape emerald loose stone 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. Finding an appealing heart shape emerald loose stone — no matter the origin — is easy, but ALPENGEM, Hasbani Diamonds and Merkaba each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A heart shape emerald loose stone can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but tourmaline rings, from our inventory of 50, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also heart cut and pear cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a heart shape emerald loose stone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Heart Shape Emerald Loose Stone?

On average, a heart shape emerald loose stone at 1stDibs sells for $423, while they’re typically $106 on the low end and $27,000 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.