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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Engagement Rings
Tourmaline, Turquoise
Mid-20th Century Afghan Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Byzantine Dome Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Classical Roman Dome Rings
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Byzantine Dome Rings
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-17th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal
20th Century Swiss Artisan Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Solitaire Rings
Tourmaline
Vintage 1960s Modern Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Signet Rings
Tourmaline, Indicolite
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artisan Band Rings
Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline
Antique 16th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Three-Stone Rings
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Dome Rings
Tourmaline, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Verme...
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Tourmaline, Other, Titanium, 24k Gold, Platinum, Palladium, Vermeil, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
2010s Afghan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Indicolite
2010s Afghan Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Afghan Victorian Wedding Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modernist Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Afghan Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Afghan Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 17th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Cluster Rings
Garnet
2010s Afghan Modern Solitaire Rings
Chrome Tourmaline, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Afghan Modern Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold
Late 20th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Copper, Gold Plate, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Solitaire Rings
Indicolite, Tourmaline, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Indicolite, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Tourmaline, Cut Steel, Gilt Metal, Copper, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Rhodium, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Platin...
2010s Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Three-Stone Rings
Tourmaline, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Solitaire Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Cocktail Rings
Kunzite
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Solitaire Rings
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Signet Rings
Tourmaline
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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.