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1.20 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Stone in Nylon Green and Blue
Located in London, GB
1.20 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Loose stone in Nylon Green and Blue Website video uploading might
Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

1.33 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Stone
Located in Carefree, AZ
A beautiful Blue Green Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline from the original mine in Brazil...Mina da
Category

Early 2000s Brazilian Artist Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified 0.46 Carat Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Stone Oval Shape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paraiba tourmaline loose with a stunning color and clarity. Tourmaline Paraiba authentic is a natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified 0.63 ct Mozambique Loose Paraiba Tourmaline, Blue-Green Tourmaline
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, uplifting energy. A natural Mozambique Paraiba tourmaline is a beautiful, vibrant stone with a midnight blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified 0.80 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline, Green-Blue Tourmaline Stone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, uplifting energy. A natural Mozambique Paraiba tourmaline is a beautiful, vibrant stone with a midnight blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

.19 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Oval, Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified ..A
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This neon blue-green Paraiba tourmaline gemstone weighs 0.19 carat and would make a beautiful ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified 0.59 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline, Yellowish Green Tourmaline Paraiba
Located in Los Angeles, CA
magical, uplifting energy. A natural Mozambique Paraiba tourmaline is a beautiful, vibrant stone with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 25.56 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Big Size Cut Stone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional one of a kind 25.56 carats cut stone Paraiba Tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 25.56 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Big Size Cut Stone
Certified 25.56 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Big Size Cut Stone
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H 0.41 in W 0.56 in L 0.85 in
GIA Certified 0.59 ct Paraiba Tourmaline, Paraiba Tourmaline For Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
go wrong with the loose natural Paraiba tourmaline, which is so complimentary and gorgeous. Beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

5.55 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Cushion Cut Natural Stone From Mozambique
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tourmaline exudes elegance and sophistication. tourmaline paraiba tourmaline tourmaline stone tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified 0.88 Ct Natural Mozambique Paraiba Tourmaline Stone, Precious Gem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wrong with the loose natural Paraiba tourmaline, which is so complimentary and gorgeous. Beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

2.96 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Natural Mozambique Stone AIGS Certified
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape Oval Cut Oval Behold the mesmerizing beauty of this 2.96 carats Paraiba Tourmaline, cut into a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 11.37 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 11.37 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 3.10 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 3.10 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 3.10 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Certified 3.10 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
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H 0.12 in W 0.39 in D 0.12 in L 0.5 in
Certified 2.64 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Pear Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.64 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 3.47 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 3.47 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 11.45 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 11.45 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 11.92 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 11.92 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 7.04 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Marquise Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 7.04 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Marquise Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.11 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.11 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 6.35 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 6.35 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 5.30 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 5.30 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.86 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.86 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 2.71 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.71 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.09 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.09 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 7.96 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 7.96 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.86 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.86 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 2.71 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.71 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 2.67 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Cushion Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.67 carats cut stone Natural Paraiba Tourmaline for Fine Jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

3.93 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
3.93 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

3.96 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
3.96 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

5.44 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
5.44 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

2.19 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2.19 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 18.27 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 18.27 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 8.62 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Pear Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 8.62 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.11 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.11 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 3.99 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Pear Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 3.99 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 1.75 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 1.75 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.19 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.19 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 15.06 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 15.06 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 19.35 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 19.35 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 5.17 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Cushion Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 5.17 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline

Certified 2.96 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.96 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 2.24 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.24 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 7.09 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 7.09 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 3.73 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 3.73 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline

Certified 2.60 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.60 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 3.26 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Pear Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 3.26 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 2.03 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewellery Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 2.03 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 13.73 Carats Green Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 13.73 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 6.15 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 6.15 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

5.28 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Heart Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
5.28 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Heart Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Natural gemstone Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 4.72 Carats Blue Paraiba Tourmaline Heart Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional 4.72 Paraiba Tourmaline Cut Stone for Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Paraiba Tourmaline Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

36.04 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut stone Top Quality for Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
36.04 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut stone Top Quality for Fine Jewelry Gem Gemstone - Paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified Natural Paraiba Tourmaline 0.86 Carats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wrong with the loose natural Paraiba tourmaline, which is so complimentary and gorgeous. Beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

GIA Certified Natural Paraiba Tourmaline 0.86 Carats
GIA Certified Natural Paraiba Tourmaline 0.86 Carats
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W 0.21 in D 0.16 in L 0.31 in
GIA Certified 2.00 ct Natural Mozambique Paraiba Tourmaline, Tourmaline Gemstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, uplifting energy. A natural Mozambique Paraiba tourmaline is a beautiful, vibrant stone with a midnight blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

1.75ct Cushion Blue Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Certified Mozambique
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Treatment: Scan QR code for more information Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 1.75 carats
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

1.75ct Cushion Blue Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Certified Mozambique
1.75ct Cushion Blue Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Certified Mozambique
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W 0.34 in D 0.19 in L 0.26 in
GCS Certified Pear-Shaped 2.54 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline
Located in London, GB
This Lustrous Pear-shaped Paraiba Tourmaline weighs approximately 2.54 Carats and measures 11.80mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

1.75 Carat Cushion Blue Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Certified Mozambique
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Treatment: Scan QR code for more information Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 1.75 carats
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

1.2 Carat Pear Blue Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Certified Mozambique Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Treatment: No indications of heating Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 1.2 carats Measurements: 8.31
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline, Paraiba

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Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact paraiba tourmaline loose stone 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, platinum and white gold — can elevate any look. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. A paraiba tourmaline loose stone from Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Romy Ivsic — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A brilliant cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cushion cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a paraiba tourmaline loose stone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Stone?

On average, a paraiba tourmaline loose stone at 1stDibs sells for $13,300, while they’re typically $1,003 on the low end and $165,200 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.