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Lovely Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone 3.50 Carats Faceted Aquamarine
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gem 2.05 Carats Aquamarine Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gem, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gemstone 2.75 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Natural 2.83ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 2.83ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Cut 11.3x7.7mm Loose Gemstone
Natural Light Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.31 in W 0.45 in D 0.23 in
Fine Light Blue Aquamarine 2.72ct Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine Gemstone.
2.72 Carat with a light blue colour and very good clarity
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 2.84ct Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 2.84ct Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gem 9.7x6.8mm
Natural Light Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.28 in W 0.39 in D 0.27 in
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 2.55ct Antique Cushion Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 2.55ct Antique Cushion Cut Loose Gem 11.9 x 7.2mm
Natural Light Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 2.55 Carats Cushion Cut Loose Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
exquisite Aquamarine. This 2.55-carat Cushion Cut loose gemstone radiates beauty and elegance, making it a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.32 in D 0.22 in L 0.37 in
3.85 carats Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Oval Cut Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step Oval
Radiating a timeless charm, a 3.85-carat Light Blue Aquamarine takes center stage with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.37 in D 0.26 in L 0.44 in
1.50 Carats Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone Trilliant Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
triangular
Cut trilliant
The 1.50 carats Light Blue Aquamarine Stone boasts an exquisite Trilliant cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.3 in D 0.2 in L 0.29 in
2.45 carats Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Emerald Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape octagon
Cut emerald
Behold a stunning 2.45-carat light blue Aquamarine, meticulously crafted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.27 in D 0.2 in L 0.39 in
6.20 Carat Natural Light Blue Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Pakistan
Shape: Emerald
Color: Light Blue
Certificate: On Demand
Birthstone Month: March
It has a shielding
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.52 in W 0.34 in D 0.29 in L 0.52 in
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 3.43ct Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 3.43ct Fancy Cushion Cut Loose Gem 9 x 8mm
Natural Light Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
3.70 Carat Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Origin : Pakistan
Shape: Emerald
Color: Light Blue
Certificate: On Demand
Birthstone Month: March
It has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.52 in W 0.32 in D 0.2 in L 0.52 in
Deep Color Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine Gemstone Lot Ring Size Aquamarine Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Color Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine Gemstones, perfect for creating a stunning ring that will leave a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
0.90 Carats Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone Trilliant Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Aquamarine is a semi-precious gemstone of the Beryl mineral family, its light blue color and high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.26 in D 0.17 in L 0.26 in
8.95 Carats Natural Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine
Weight: 8.95 Carats
Dimension: 13.2x12.9x8.9 Mm
Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.51 in D 0.36 in L 0.52 in
Gorgeous Light Blue Aquamarine Gemstone 4.80 Carats Aquamarine Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Loupe Clean Clarity Loose Aquamarine from Pakistan.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE NAME: Gorgeous Light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.85 CTS Natural Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Seafoam / Light Blue
Birth Month: March
Shape: Emerald
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Demand
Some
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
5.60 Carats Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine Cushion Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
cushion
Cut fancy cushion
The Sea Blue Aquamarine gemstone, boasting a generous weight of 5.60
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.39 in D 0.28 in L 0.49 in
2.25 carats Loose Blue Aquamarine Stone Scissor Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape octagon
Cut scissor
The exquisite beauty of a 2.25-carat scissor-cut Blue Aquamarine Stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.28 in D 0.19 in L 0.4 in
Excellent Natural Light Blue Aquamarine 5.90 CTS Sparkling AAA Clean Aquamarine
Located in Bangkok, TH
Excellent Natural Light Blue Aquamarine, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Pretty Light Blue Natural Aquamarine Stone 3.90ct Natural Aquamarine for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pretty Light Blue Natural Aquamarine Stone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.65 Cts Natural Light Aquamarine Loose Gemstone Asscher Cut From Pakistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Aquamarine
Weight : 3.65 Carats
Dimension: 9.3x9.3x6.9 Mm
Origin: Pakistan
Color: Light
Category
Antique Early 1600s Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.37 in D 0.28 in L 0.37 in
Sea Blue 12.39 Carat Royal Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Loose Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine is a semi-precious gemstone of the Beryl mineral family, its light blue color and high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.45 in D 0.32 in L 0.78 in
74.72 Carat Rectangular Aquamarine, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
light return and brilliant color from every angle. This extremely well-proportioned aquamarine measures
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
4.25 Carats Fine Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone Trilliant Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
of jewelry. Aquamarine is a semi-precious gemstone of the Beryl mineral family, its light blue color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.43 in D 0.3 in L 0.44 in
Natural Loose 5.70 Carat Aquamarine Long Cushion March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Pakistan
Shape: Long Cushion
Color: Light Blue
Certificate: On Demand
Birthstone Month: March
It has a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
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Aquamarine
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H 0.56 in W 0.39 in D 0.25 in L 0.56 in
Gorgeous 2.55 Carat Natural Loose Seafoam Aquamarine Long Cushion Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Origin : Pakistan
Shape: Long Cushion
Color: Light Blue
Certificate: On Demand
Birthstone Month: March
It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Romantic Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.56 Carats Light Blue Aquamarine Pair Pear Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Aquamarines each weighs 2.56 carats and features an elegant Pear Cut. Their serene hue evokes the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.28 in D 0.15 in L 0.4 in
22.95 Carats Gorgeous Loose Mint Green Aquamarine For Pendant Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine
Weight: 22.95 Carats
Dimension: 18x17.4x11.8 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl
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W 0.69 in D 0.47 in L 0.71 in
4.15 Carats Unheated Untreated Loose Aquamarine Ring Gem March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Light Blue
Shape: cushion
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer demand
.
Aquamarine is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.34 in D 0.27 in L 0.43 in
2.10 carats Fine Loose Aquamarine Custom Precision Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
ethereal blue hue of the Aquamarine evokes the tranquil depths of the ocean, creating a mesmerizing visual
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.28 in D 0.24 in L 0.32 in
3.55 Carats Natural Loose Aquamarine Ring Gem From Shigar Valley Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Cushion
Color: Light Blue
Treatment: Non
Quality: SI
Aquamarine is a captivating gemstone known for its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.32 in D 0.28 in L 0.36 in
Emerald Cut Natural Loose Aquamarine from Shigar Valley Mine March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Origin : Pakistan
Shape: Emerald
Color: Light Blue
Certificate: On Demand
Birthstone Month: March
It has
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Russian Revival Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.65 in W 0.37 in D 0.31 in L 0.65 in
2 Carat Stunning Baguette Shape Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Light Blue / White Blue
Shape: Baguettes
Treatment: Non
Certficate: On Customer Demand
Aquamarine is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl
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W 0.27 in D 0.2 in L 0.35 in
7.0 Carat Natural Loose Cushion Shape Aquamarine Gemstone from Pakistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Origin : Pakistan
Shape: Cushion
Color: Light Blue
Certificate: On Demand
Birthstone Month: March
It has
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.46 in W 0.45 in D 0.34 in L 0.46 in
29.75 Carats Gigantic Natural Loose Aquamarine Included Gem For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine
Weight: 29.75 Carats
Dimension: 21x16x13 Mm
Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.63 in D 0.52 in L 0.83 in
29.65 Carats Stunning Natural Loose Green Aquamarine Pear Shape From Africa Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine
Weight: 29.65 Carats
Dimension: 19.7x18.8x15 Mm
Origin: Africa
Color: Light
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.75 in D 0.6 in L 0.78 in
Huge 26.75 Carats Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem From Shigar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine
Weight: 26.75 Carats
Dimension: 21x13.6x12.3 Mm
Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.54 in D 0.49 in L 0.83 in
SI Clarity 3 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Baguette Shape from Shigar Valley
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Seafoam / Light Blue
Birth Month: March
Shape: Baguette
Facet: Baguette
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.01ct Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: None
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
A Very Rare 336.20 Carats Natural Loose Seafoam Aquamarine Beryl From Shigar
Located in Peshawar, PK
Green aquamarine, often referred to as "green beryl" or "green-blue beryl," is a variety of the mineral
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl
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W 1.6 in D 0.83 in L 1.6 in
3.6ct Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.16ct Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: None
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
4.25ct Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: None
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
4.77ct Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: None
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
51 Mm Long Natural Loose Green Aquamarine Gem For Necklace Jewelry 108 Carats
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Aquamarine
Weight: 108.05 Carats
Dimension: 51x18x14 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Color: Light Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl
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W 0.71 in D 0.56 in L 2.01 in
2.51ct Bullet Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: Heat
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.43ct Bullet Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: Heat
Category
2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.97ct Oval Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
eye, inclusions easily visible under 10x magnification
Colour: Blue
Hue: Very Slightly Light Blue
Tone
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.29ct Oval Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
eye, inclusions easily visible under 10x magnification
Colour: Blue
Hue: Very Slightly Light Blue
Tone
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.95ct Oval Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Treatment: None
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.6ct Square Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.82ct Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety: Aquamarine
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.17ct Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Blue
Tone: 3-4 Light-Medium Light
Saturation: 3-4 Moderate-Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.13ct Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Blue
Tone: 3-4 Light-Medium Light
Saturation: 3-4 Moderate-Moderately Strong
Species: Beryl
Variety
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.08ct Oval Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
, inclusions easily visible under 10x magnification
Colour: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.36ct Oval Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
, inclusions easily visible under 10x magnification
Colour: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.4ct Oval Cabochon Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
, inclusions easily visible under 10x magnification
Colour: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 4 Medium Light
Saturation: 4
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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Light Blue Aquamarine Loose For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact light blue aquamarine loose you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 10k gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 124 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a light blue aquamarine loose from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A light blue aquamarine loose from Gems and Jewels UK, Lauren Harper and Sarosi By Timeless Gems — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also emerald cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our light blue aquamarine loose for sale are for women, but there are 123 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Light Blue Aquamarine Loose?
The price for a light blue aquamarine loose starts at $10 and tops out at $71,000 with these loose-gemstones, on average, selling for $511.
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.