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Unheated Padparadscha Sapphire Ring Gem No Heat Ceylon 4 Carat Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Highly prized, world-class, unheated 4 carat "Ceylon" (Sri Lanka) Padparadscha Sapphire oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Padparadscha Sapphire , Sapphire
W 0.32 in D 0.21 in L 0.43 in
Unheated Ruby Ring Gem 4 Carat Oval Unmounted Loose Gemstone “Pigeon Blood”
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
loose gemstone collection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
W 0.36 in D 0.22 in L 0.43 in
Violet Spinel, Faceted Gem, 4, 63 Ct., Loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer for sale, this 4,63 ct. Violet Spinel from our exclusive collection.
This beautiful gem has a soft purplish violet color and a great fire. Cuttin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Imperial Topaz Earrings Loose Gemstones 3.36 Carat Unmounted Cushions
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bright 3.36 carat Brazilian Imperial Topaz pair of cushion loose gemstones, offered unmounted to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
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W 0.24 in D 0.16 in L 0.32 in
Deep Blue Sapphire, Certified Gem, 4, 27 Ct., Loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
enable an very high light return from every angle!
It is certified by the German Foundation for Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Exceptional Aquamarine Cut Gemstone 1.30 Carats Aquamarine Loose Gems Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine Cut Gemstone
WEIGHT: 1.30 Carats
DIMENSIONS: 8.1 x 5.9 x 4 mm
CLARITY: Loupe Clean
SHAPE: Octagon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Intense Green Tsavorite Garnet, Faceted Gem, 4, 61 ct., loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer for sale, this 4,61 ct. Tsavorite Garnet from our exclusive collection.
This beautiful rare gem has a rich green green color and a great fire. Cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Tsavorite
2.00 Carat Natural Loose Cushion Shape Colourless African Tourmaline Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline
Weight: 2.00 Carats
Dimension: 7.9 x 7 x 5.2 Mm
Colour: Colourless
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.32 in
1.63 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone Sri Lanka
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
1.63 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone Sri Lanka
Main Stone: Natural sapphire
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.25 Carats Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone From Madagascar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 2.25 Carats
Dimension: 7.6x7.4x5.1 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.3 in D 0.21 in L 0.3 in
Lovely Natural Spinel Loose Gemstone 1.15 Carats Spinel Ring Spinel Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Spinel Loose Gemstone
WEIGHT: 1.15 Carats
DIMENSIONS: 6.8 x 5.5 x 4 mm
CLARITY: VSI
SHAPE: Cushion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Brilliant Grey Spinel Loose Gemstone 1.40 Carats Spinel Jewellery Spinel Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Brilliant Grey Spinel Loose Gemstone
WEIGHT: 1.40 Carats
DIMENSIONS: 7 x 6.1 x 4 mm
CLARITY: Eye clean
SHAPE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Mandarin Garnet Earrings Gemstone Pair 5.80 Carat Unset Oval Loose Gems
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Natural Untreated pair of Mandarin Garnet oval gemstones, weighing a total of 5.80 carats, offered
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerien Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet
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W 0.29 in L 0.33 in
5.24 Carat Cushion Spessartite Mandarin Garnet Loose Unset Ring Pendant Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beautifully bright gemstone! Fine spessartite garnets over 4 carats are also exceedingly rare. We specialize
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet
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W 0.33 in D 0.22 in L 0.43 in
Purple Pink Sapphire, No Heat, Certified Gem, 4, 46 Ct., Loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
Foundation for Gemstone Research (DSEF).
The stone has none treatment and no indication of heating!
gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
7.90 Carat Natural Yellow Canary Tourmaline Loose Gemstone For Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline
Weight: 7.90 Carats
Dimension: 13.6x12.2x7.8 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.49 in D 0.31 in L 0.54 in
4 Carat Tanzanite 9mm Round Faceted Cut - Single Loose Stone
Located in Endwell, NY
Add this stunning round faceted cut tanzanite to your gemstone and jewelry collection, or make it
Category
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Huge 25.70 Carats Loose Sky Blue Topaz Gemstone For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Blue Topaz
Weight: 25.70 Carats
Dimensions: 17.1x17.1x11.8 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Color: Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Imperial Topaz
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W 0.68 in D 0.47 in L 0.68 in
2.40 Carat Gorgeous Fire Loose Sphene Gemstone From Pakistan Mine Oval Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
immune system and aiding in cell regeneration.
4. **Emotional Support**: Sphene is thought to help
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Hematite
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W 0.29 in D 0.21 in L 0.42 in
92.86 Carats Top Quality Rubellite Tourmaline Cabochon 4 Pieces Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gemstone - Rubellite Tourmaline
Weight - 92.86 Ct
Size - 10x12.5 To 18x23 MM
Piece - 4
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline
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W 0.4 in L 0.91 in
28.71 carats aquamarine petal carving 4 pieces set for jewelry natural gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
28.71 carats aquamarine petal carving 4 pieces set for jewelry natural gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 12.49 Carats
Size: 13x14 MM
Pieces: 4
Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
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W 0.56 in D 0.91 in L 0.52 in
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 77.20 Carats
Size: 20x22 To 23x18 MM
Pieces: 4
Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
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W 0.71 in D 0.91 in L 0.87 in
4 Carat Natural Bi Color Tourmaline Loose stone in Green and White
Located in London, GB
4 Carat Natural Bi Color Tourmaline Loose stone in Green and White
GRS/GCS/GIA appointed lab
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Pink Tourmaline Loose Stone Lot Calibrated Size Natural Gemstones from Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstone Type Pink Tourmaline Lot Calibrated Size
Weight 4.12 carats
Dimensions 4 mm
Clarity Eye
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Champagne Peach Sapphire 4.50 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
An impressive large 4 carat champagne peach sapphire with a tempting pinkish yellow complexion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.31 in D 0.25 in L 0.38 in
Violet Colour Shift Sapphire 4.12 Ct Oval Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
Tantalising large over 4 carat deep violet sapphire displaying a chameleon effect of blue in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.34 in D 0.23 in L 0.41 in
Vivid Yellow Sapphire 4.09 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
yellow sapphire, shaped by our cutters using traditional methods and preserving a weight of over 4 carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.33 in D 0.22 in L 0.37 in
2.75 Carat Natural Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
2.75 Carat Natural Aquamarine Loose Stone
GRS/GCS/GIA appointed lab certificate can be arranged
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2.59 Carat Natural Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
2.59 Carat Natural Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be arranged upon request
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
4.75 Carat Natural Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
4.75 Carat Natural Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be arranged upon request
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
1.90 Cts Natural Soft Baby Pink Tourmaline Loose Gemstone From Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline
Weight: 1.90 Carats
Dimension: 7.8x6.9x5.2 Mm
Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.31 in
Incredible Hot Pink Garnet Gemstone 1.40 Carats Garnet Gemstone From Malawi
Located in Bangkok, TH
:
GEMSTONE NAME: Incredible Hot Pink Garnet Gemstone
WEIGHT: 1.40 carats
DIMENSIONS: 6.5 x 6.2 x 4 mm
ORIGIN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Spinel Palette 7.20 Carats Round 5mm Loose Gems Set
Located in US
Spinel Palette 7.20 Carats Round Loose Gems Set
Multi-color palette natural spinel set( 15 stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Rare 2.25 Carat Natural Loose Sphalerite Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphalerite
Weight: 2.25 Carats
Dimension: 7.7 x 6.8 x 4.8 Mm
Color: Redish Orange
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Materials
Other
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W 0.27 in D 0.19 in L 0.31 in
3.50 Carats Natural Loose Spessartine Garnet Ring Gem January Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spessartine
Weight: 3.50 Carats
Dimension: 9x7.8x5.2 Mm
Family: Garnet
Color: Orange Red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet
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W 0.31 in D 0.21 in L 0.36 in
2.05 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Shape Indicolite Tourmaline Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Indicolite Tourmaline
Weight: 2.05 Carats
Dimension: 10.3 x 5.7 x 4 Mm
Origin: Afghanistan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Indicolite
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W 0.23 in D 0.16 in L 0.41 in
12.60 Carats Loose Bolivian Ametrine Long Baguette Shape For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstone, the 4 Cs (color, clarity, cut, and carat weight) play a significant role in determining its value
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine
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W 0.44 in D 0.37 in L 0.63 in
Huge 73.40 Carats Natural Loose Clear Quartz Gem For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Quartz
Weight: 73.40 Carats
Dimension: 26x23x20 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Color: Light Gold
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Quartz
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W 0.91 in D 0.79 in L 1.03 in
2.04 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
2.04 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.24 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
3.24 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.78 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
3.78 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
6.63 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
6.63 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
3.27 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
3.27 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
7.79 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
7.79 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
1.99 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
1.99 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
1.85 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
1.85 Carat Natural Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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
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W 0.27 in D 0.23 in L 0.4 in
1.45 Carat Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Mint Green Tourmaline
Weight: 1.45 Carats
Dimension: 7.8 x 5.2 x 4 Mm
Colour: Mint Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.21 in D 0.16 in L 0.31 in
2.35 Carat Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Mint Green Tourmaline
Weight: 2.35 Carats
Dimension: 10.6 x 5.6 x 4 Mm
Colour : Mint Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.23 in D 0.16 in L 0.42 in
1.76 Carat Natural Super Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
1.76 Carat Natural Super Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone
Appointed lab certificate can be
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
GRS Certified 3.03 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
GRS Certified 3.03 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby Loose Stone
This Item is ideal for your
Category
2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
3.10 Carats Faceted Orange Hessonite Garnet Round Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Hessonite Garnet
Weight: 3.10 Carats
Dimension: 9.3x9.3x5.1 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Hessonite
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W 0.37 in D 0.21 in L 0.37 in
3.25 Carats Faceted Dark Green Tourmaline Oval Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline
Weight: 3.25 Carats
Dimension: 10.3x7.5x5.6 Mm
Origin: Africa
Shape: Oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline
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W 0.3 in D 0.23 in L 0.41 in
GIA Certified No Heat Oval Natural Ruby Weighing 1.18 Carats Gemstone
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
of nature. Weighing 1.18 carats, this exceptional gemstone is the perfect addition to your collection
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
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W 0.32 in D 0.12 in L 0.22 in
3.09 Carat Royal Blue Natural Sapphire Loose Stone Octagon(Customization Option)
Located in London, GB
3.09 Carat heated royal blue natural sapphire loose stone octagon (customization option available
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Gubelin Certified 2.01 Carat Unheated Natural Mogok Burma Ruby Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
Gubelin Certified 2.01 Carat Unheated Natural Mogok Burma Ruby Loose Stone
Come with a Gubelin
Category
2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
3.06 Carat Royal Blue Natural Sapphire Loose Stone Cushion(Customization Option)
Located in London, GB
3.06 Carat heated royal blue natural sapphire loose stone cushion (customization option available
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
6 Carat Super Santa Maria Colour Aquamarine Loose Stone (Customization Option)
Located in London, GB
6 Carat super Santa Maria colour aquamarine loose stone(customization option available)
Drenched
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
2 3/4 Carat Cushion Bluish Violet Sapphire GIA
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Cushion shape 2.74-carat Natural Bluish Violet color sapphire GIA certified has been hand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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4 Carat Loose Gemstone For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact 4 carat loose gemstone you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum. Our collection of these items for sale includes 9 vintage editions and 302 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 4 carat loose gemstone 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 4 carat loose gemstone from Merkaba, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Tamir — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 4 carat loose gemstone can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 86 Tourmaline versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and emerald cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 4 carat loose gemstone, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a 4 Carat Loose Gemstone?
Prices for a 4 carat loose gemstone can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $65 and can go as high as $325,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,940.
Finding the Right loose-gemstones for You
Are you shopping for diamonds and other loose gemstones to create your own custom jewelry?
Why might you purchase a diamond or gemstone “loose” — that is, on its own, not mounted in a piece of jewelry? Perhaps you’re a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment. The scarcity of high-quality colored diamonds, for instance, especially pink diamonds, means that their value increases over time; the same is true of rare Kashmir sapphires and Burmese rubies. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraiba tourmaline, discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
A more common scenario would be that you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.
If this sounds like you, read on for tips on becoming one of the world’s savviest gem hunters.
Educate yourself: When buying any piece of gem-set fine jewelry, you should familiarize yourself with the factors that determine a stone’s price. This will enable you to streamline your search for the perfect gem and have intelligent, productive conversations with sellers.
There is a wealth of information online, such as our diamond-buying guide and this overview of colored gemstones for engagement rings. The buying guides of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), searchable by stone type, are also a widely trusted source for consumers venturing into the world of diamonds and gems for the first time.
Vet your vendor: If you peruse 1stDibs with any regularity, you know there is no shortage of vendors who deal in top-quality loose gemstones. (Read about our vetted sellers.) Finding a trustworthy, established dealer may be as easy as getting a recommendation from friends or family. And, although it may sound obvious, it pays to Google your candidates — and consult customer reviews — before making contact.
Harakh Mehta, designer and founder of the Mumbai, India–based fine-jewelry brand Harakh, has an innate understanding of proper client relations, especially when the customer is in unfamiliar territory. “Start chatting with the dealer, get to know them better," he says. "It’s very important to establish a comfort level. We never push a sale, as we want it to be a carefully considered purchase. So, if the client is not in a rush, we do it over a few virtual meetings or phone calls.”
Request documentation: The best dealers go to great lengths to furnish clients with documents verifying the quality rating, natural origin and provenance of a stone — showing, for example, that loose emerald hails from the famous Muzo mine in Colombia — and disclosing any treatments applied to enhance its appearance. (And who doesn't love emerald jewelry? The most valuable emeralds are the ones that have a deep bluish-green to true green color and no visible inclusions.)
If no grading report is available for a stone you are interested in, the dealer should be able to provide an authenticity document, such as an appraisal or info sheet, that has been signed by an in-house gemologist or professional appraiser. Google those names, too, for extra peace of mind.
Ask for videos and visuals: When transacting with a gem dealer online, you should always request real-time videos and photographs, since professional photos of a stone, usually on a white background, have likely been retouched for optimal presentation.
Read more about how to buy loose gemstones and find your dream gems today on 1stDibs.
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