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4.15 Carats Gorgeous Loose London Blue Topaz Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 4.15 Carats Dimension: 9.1x8.7x6.2 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Square
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

4.15 Carats Gorgeous Loose London Blue Topaz Ring Gem
4.15 Carats Gorgeous Loose London Blue Topaz Ring Gem
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W 0.35 in D 0.25 in L 0.36 in
3.65 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Baguette Shape Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 3.65 Carats Dimension: 8.5x8x5.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Dense
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz

4.15 Carat Glamorous Loose London Blue Topaz Perfect Square Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 4.15 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 9.2 x 6.4 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz

3.45 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Fancy Cut Gem From Earth Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 3.45 Carats Dimension: 8.1 x 7.8 x 6.7 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

3.80 Carat Gorgeous Loose London Blue Topaz Perfect Square Cut Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 3.80 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 9.2 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

Perfect Square Shape 8.20 Carats Fancy Cut Loose London Blue Topaz Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 8.20 Carats Dimension: 10.6 x 10.6 x 8.4 Mm Shape: Square Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

Huge Gigantic 77.15 Carats Loose Dark London Blue Topaz Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 77.15 Carats Dimension: 29 x 22 x 14.9 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Gigantic 80.80 Carat Loose Deep Blue London Blue Topaz Long Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose London Blue Topaz Weight: 80.80 Carats Dimension: 27 x 21 x 16.5 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

Fancy London Blue Loose Topaz Gemstone 3.70 CTS Topaz Jewellery Topaz Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fancy London Blue Loose Topaz Gemstone, available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Electric London Blue Loose Topaz Gemstone 15.50 Carat Topaz Jewelry for Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Electric London Blue Loose Topaz Gemstone of 15.50 carats from Africa has a wonderful cut in a 12
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

Precision Cut Soft London Blue Topaz 14.78 Carat Cocktail Ring Loose Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
USA. This beautiful Precision cut Soft London Blue Topaz was acquired as a rough piece of gemstone in
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

5.55 Carat London Blue Topaz Lot
Located in Hua Hin, TH
- 5.20 x 3.35 - 3.75 mm Color: Dark Blue (London Blue) Gem Type: Topaz Gem Variety: London Blue Topaz
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

5.55 Carat London Blue Topaz Lot
5.55 Carat London Blue Topaz Lot
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W 0.21 in D 0.14 in L 0.21 in
5.35 Carat London Blue Topaz Lot
Located in Hua Hin, TH
- 5.15 x 3.25 - 3.65 mm Color: Dark Blue (London Blue) Gem Type: Topaz Gem Variety: London Topaz
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

5.35 Carat London Blue Topaz Lot
5.35 Carat London Blue Topaz Lot
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W 0.21 in D 0.14 in L 0.21 in
Brilliant London Blue Topaz Gemstone 11.45 Carats Topaz Jewellery Topaz Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant London Blue Topaz Gemstone, available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Stunning Deep London Blue Topaz 18.25 Carats Topaz Gemstone Mystic Topaz
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Deep London Blue Topaz, available for sale at wholesale price, natural high-quality 18.25
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Top Quality London Blue Topaz 110.19 Carats Topaz Gemstone Mystic Topaz
Located in Bangkok, TH
Top Quality London Blue Topaz, available for sale at wholesale price, natural high-quality 110.19
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Beautiful Fancy Cut London Blue Topaz 2.90 Carats Topaz Gemstone Mystic Topaz
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful Fancy Cut London Blue Topaz, available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

London Blue Topaz Asscher Cut 16.60 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
London Blue Topaz Asscher Cut of 16.60 carats from Madagascar has a wonderful cut in a Square shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

London Blue Topaz Asscher Cut 16.60 Carats
London Blue Topaz Asscher Cut 16.60 Carats
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W 0.54 in D 0.41 in L 0.54 in
Exquisite London Blue Topaz Gemstone 12.10 Carats Irradiated Topaz Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exquisite London Blue Topaz Gemstone, available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone21.23 Ct Oval Mixed Cut.
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered Oval Mixed cut Natural Gemstone Flawless London Blue Topaz 21.23 ct. It's 'AAA' Quality
Category

2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Lovely Round Cut London Blue Topaz 3.685 Cts Topazstone Topazpendant Topaz Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely Round Cut London Blue Topaz of 3.685 carats from Madagascar has a wonderful cut in a Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Gorgeous Fancy Cut London Blue Topaz 11.21 Carats Faceted Topaz Clean Quality
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gorgeous Fancy Cut London Blue Topaz, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Outstanding Bright London Blue Topaz Gemstone 3.60 Carats Topazstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Outstanding Bright London Blue Topaz Gemstone of 3.60 carats from Madagascar has a wonderful cut in
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Vivid Blue Topaz 15.65 carats Asscher Cut Natural Loose Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
for its precise angles and scintillating brilliance. blue topaz london blue topaz mystic topaz
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone 23.05 Ct Round Mixed Cut.
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered Round Mixed cut Natural Gemstone Flawless London Blue Topaz 23.05 ct. It's 'AAA' Quality
Category

2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

4.80 Carat Adorable Loose Blue Topaz Pair Carving For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Topaz Pair Weight: 4.80 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 7 x 4.7 Mm Origin: Brazil Colour: Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

4.80 Carat Adorable Loose Blue Topaz Pair Carving For Earrings
4.80 Carat Adorable Loose Blue Topaz Pair Carving For Earrings
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W 0.28 in D 0.19 in L 0.37 in
9.55 Carat Trillion Cut Loose Blue Topaz Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Topaz Weight: 9.55 Carats Dimension: 13.1 x 13.1 x 8.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Colour: Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Blue Topaz

10.70 Carat Adorable Loose Blue Topaz Heart Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Topaz Weight: 10.70 Carats Dimension: 12.4 x 13.7 x 9.5 Mm Origin: Brazil Colour: Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Blue Topaz

Huge 28.25 Carats Stunning Loose Sky Blue Topaz Laser Cut For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
based on its color and how it's created: sky blue topaz, Swiss blue topaz, and London blue topaz. Sky
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

21.40 Carat Pretty Loose Light Blue Topaz Pear Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Light Blue Topaz Weight: 21.40 Carats Dimension: 20 x 14 x 10.5 Mm Origin: Brazil Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Blue Topaz

Elegant 4.85 Carat Faceted London Blue Topaz Ring Gem Emerald Cut Stone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : London Blue Topaz Weight : 4.85 Carats Dimensions : 13.2x7.3x5.3 mm Clarity : Eye
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

12.60 Carat Sizzling Loose Sky Blue Topaz Perfect Square Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sky Blue Topaz Weight: 12.60 Carats Dimension: 12 x 12 x 9.6 Mm Origin: Brazil Colour: Sky
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Blue Topaz

Huge 22.10 Carat Loose Light Blue Topaz Oval Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Light Blue Topaz Weight: 22.10 Carats Dimension: 18.2 x 14.1 x 11 Mm Origin: Brazil Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Topaz

The Luminous Topaz 5.00 carats Fancy Cut Loose Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
topaz topaz bracelet london topaz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

7.30 Carats Natural Loose Golden Topaz From Pakistan Mine Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Topaz Weight: 7.30 Carats Dimension: 10.8x9.8x8 Mm Origin: Skardu Pakistan Shape: Cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

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Topaz

Purchase Trilliant Cut Swiss Blue Topaz 4.50 carats Natural Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
birthstone london blue topaz mystic topaz
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Resonant Blue Topaz 12.15 Carats Custom Precision Cut Natural Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
. blue topaz mystic topaz blue topaz earrings topaz earrings london blue blue topaz bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Brilliance of Swiss Blue Topaz 4.60 carats Asscher Cut Natural Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
london blue blue topaz bracelet london blue topaz blue topaz blue topaz price natural blue topaz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Jewel-Toned Honey Comb Swiss Blue Topaz 12.10 carats Natural Gem from Madagascar
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Topaz from Madagascar. blue topaz london blue topaz mystic topaz blue topaz earrings london blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

True Luxury Swiss Blue Topaz 12.80 carats Asscher Cut Natural Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
this natural Swiss Blue Topaz gemstone. At an impressive 12.80 carats, its dazzling allure is
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Adorable Swiss Blue Topaz Pair 20.65 carats Emerald Cut Natural Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
gemstones showcase the captivating beauty of Madagascar's natural treasures. blue topaz london blue topaz
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

18.80 Carat Gorgeous Blue Topaz Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sky Blue Topaz Weight: 18.80 Carats Dimension: 16.8 x 13.8 x 9.5 Mm Origin: Brazil Colour
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

18.80 Carat Gorgeous Blue Topaz Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
18.80 Carat Gorgeous Blue Topaz Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
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W 0.55 in D 0.38 in L 0.67 in
5.60 Carat Brilliant Blue Topaz Pair Carving Gem For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Topaz Pair Weight: 5.60 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 7.2 x 5.1 Mm 9.2 x
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz

18.75 Carat Faceted Light Blue Topaz Cushion Cut Gemstone from Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Light Blue Topaz Weight: 18.75 Carats Dimension: 16.1x14.4x10.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

11.39 Carats London Blue Topaz Natural Loose Cushion Cut
Located in Auckland, NZ
London Blue topaz rectangle loose cushion cut AAA Grade 11.39 Carats in weight 14.59 x 10.96 x
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Natural London Blue Topaz 8.60ct Square Cushion Cut Loose Brazil Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone. 8.60 Carat with a stunning London blue colour and excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Natural 10.59 Carat London Blue Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Brazil Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone. 10.59 Carat with a stunning London blue colour and
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Fine Natural 10.59ct London Blue Topaz Cushion Cut Loose Brazil Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone. 10.59 Carat with a stunning London blue colour and
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz

London Blue Topaz 3.00 carats Baguette Cut Natural Loose Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Madagascar Shape Square Cut Baguette This exquisite London Blue Topaz gemstone, boasting a mesmerizing
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Fantastic London Blue Natural Topaz 16.95 Carats Mystic Loose Topaz for Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fantastic London Blue Natural Topaz of 16.95 carats from Africa has a wonderful cut in a Octagon
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

London Blue Topaz 3.02ct ~10x8mm
Located in Antwerpen, BE
London Blue Topaz is known for its dark, grayish blue color that and is considered a valuable gem
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

London Blue Topaz 3.02ct ~10x8mm
London Blue Topaz 3.02ct ~10x8mm
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W 0.32 in L 0.4 in
London Blue Topaz 3.98ct ~10x8mm
Located in Antwerpen, BE
London Blue Topaz is known for its dark, grayish blue color that and is considered a valuable gem
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

London Blue Topaz 3.98ct ~10x8mm
London Blue Topaz 3.98ct ~10x8mm
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W 0.33 in D 0.22 in L 0.4 in
Delicate Oppose Bar Pixel Cut Swiss Blue Topaz 7.40 carats Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
and remarkable clarity. blue topaz london blue topaz mystic topaz swiss blue topaz topaz earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Blue Topaz Gemstones
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
-color and green tourmaline. Size Medium: London and Swiss blue topaz, green tourmaline, pink
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Topaz, Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Amethyst Gemstones
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
gemstones, blue topaz and green tourmaline. Size Medium: London and Swiss blue topaz, green tourmaline
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Amethyst Gemstones
Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Amethyst Gemstones
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H 2.23 in W 2.77 in Dm 7 in
Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Citrine Gemstones
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
: blue topaz, multi-color and green tourmaline. Size Medium: London and Swiss blue topaz, green
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2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Citrine Gemstones
Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Citrine Gemstones
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H 2.23 in W 2.77 in Dm 7 in
Sterling Silver Narrow Stacking Cuff with Multi-Color Gemstones
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
. Size Medium: London and Swiss blue topaz, green tourmaline, pink tourmaline. Size Large: Citrine and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

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Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Goregous Loose London Blue Topaz Matching Pairs for Earrings Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
AAA Cut Loose London Blue Topaz Gemstone Pairs With Cushion Shape Faceted London Topaz Weight: 6
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

Goregous Loose London Blue Topaz Matching Pairs for Earrings Jewelry Making
Goregous Loose London Blue Topaz Matching Pairs for Earrings Jewelry Making
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H 0.36 in W 0.31 in D 0.2 in L 0.36 in
13.10 Carats AAA Cut Loose London Blue Topaz Gemstone with Long Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
AAA Cut Loose London Blue Topaz Gemstone With Long Cushion Shape Faceted London Topaz Weight: 13.10
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Imperial Topaz

13.10 Carats AAA Cut Loose London Blue Topaz Gemstone with Long Cushion Shape
13.10 Carats AAA Cut Loose London Blue Topaz Gemstone with Long Cushion Shape
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H 0.57 in W 0.46 in D 0.36 in L 0.57 in
3.02 Carats Stunning London Blue Topaz from Madagascar Loose Topaz Faceted Topaz
Located in Bangkok, TH
Treatment: Heated Certificate: Available 3.02 Carats Stunning London Blue Topaz From Madagascar Loose
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Blue Topaz

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Loose London Blue Topaz For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact loose london blue topaz you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. A loose london blue topaz from Gems and Jewels UK — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a cushion cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a loose london blue topaz, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Loose London Blue Topaz?

On average, a loose london blue topaz at 1stDibs sells for $87, while they’re typically $62 on the low end and $600 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.

Questions About Loose London Blue Topaz
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    London blue topaz is actually not from London. London refers to a specific shade of blue that London blue topaz bears. It's lighter than aquamarine but darker than a rich sapphire stone.