0.92 Carat Purple Amethyst Loose Gemstone Pear Shape 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 0.92 carat pear shaped Purple Amethyst loose gemstone! This Purple Amethyst
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Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstones Set 40.45 Ct Princess & Round Cut
$622Sale Price / set|30% Off
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstones Set 40.45 Ct Princess & Round Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstones for Rings, Earrings, Necklace Pendant, or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
27.40 Carat Baguette Amethyst Loose Gemstone
$492Sale Price|70% Off
27.40 Carat Baguette Amethyst Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
Baguette -cut 13.32 mm X 25.32 mm Amethyst weighs 27.40 carat. This giant gemstone is eye-clean
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone 27.93Ct Cushion Cut-Ring, Pendant-Jewelry
$429Sale Price|30% Off
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone 27.93Ct Cushion Cut-Ring, Pendant-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone 21.35Ct Cushion Cut-Ring, Pendant-Jewelry
$337Sale Price|44% Off
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone 21.35Ct Cushion Cut-Ring, Pendant-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone 25.16 Ct for Ring, Pendant-Jewelry
$387Sale Price|30% Off
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone 25.16 Ct for Ring, Pendant-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
2.35 Carat Oval-Cut Natural Soft Green Amethyst Loose Gemstone
$239Sale Price|20% Off
2.35 Carat Oval-Cut Natural Soft Green Amethyst Loose Gemstone
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
sophistication to any design. Details: Gemstone: Natural Green Amethyst Carat Weight: 2.35 ct Dimensions: 10 x
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
17.86-Carat Princess-Cut Amethyst Loose Gemstone – Merkaba Custom Jewelry
$1,720Sale Price|20% Off
17.86-Carat Princess-Cut Amethyst Loose Gemstone – Merkaba Custom Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills craftsmanship. Every facet of this fine loose gemstone glows with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18.80 Carat Fancy Cut Oval Brazilian Amethyst Loose Gemstone by Tamir
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exclusive Brazilian amethyst is offered as a loose gemstone, weighing approximately 18.80
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Purple Amethyst 11.05 Ct Honeycomb Concave Cut Loose Gemstones- Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstones for Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Natural Purple Amethyst 10.85 Ct Honeycomb Concave Cut Loose Gemstones- Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstones for Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Purple Natural Amethyst Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 27.45 Ct Trillion Cut
$293Sale Price|40% Off
Purple Natural Amethyst Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 27.45 Ct Trillion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Necklace Pendants, or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Purple Natural Amethyst Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 18.30 Ct Trillion Cut
$98Sale Price|30% Off
Purple Natural Amethyst Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 18.30 Ct Trillion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Necklace Pendants, or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Natural Purple Amethyst 6.26 Ct Round Concave Cut Loose Gemstone - for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Natural Purple Amethyst 21.29 Ct Honeycomb Concave Cut Loose Gemstones- Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstones for Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Purple Natural Amethyst Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 34.55Ct Flower Cut-Jewel
$496Sale Price|20% Off
Purple Natural Amethyst Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 34.55Ct Flower Cut-Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Flower Cut Purple Natural Amethyst Pendant Loose Gemstone 10.90 Ct for Jewelry
$130Sale Price|20% Off
Flower Cut Purple Natural Amethyst Pendant Loose Gemstone 10.90 Ct for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Flower Cut Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Purple Natural Amethyst Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 6.40 Ct Cushion Cut-Jewelry
$128Sale Price|20% Off
Purple Natural Amethyst Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 6.40 Ct Cushion Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
28.55 Carats Amethyst Pair Natural Loose Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Lavender Purple Amethyst Pair Weight: 28.55 Carats Dimension: 24 x 11.9 x 9 Mm & 25 x 12 x 9
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
Lavender Purple Amethyst 10.90 Carats Loose Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Lavender Purple Amethyst Weight: 10.90 Carats Dimension: 13.9 x 13.9 x 10.1 Mm Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
18.15 Carats Oval Shape Loose Amethyst Gemstone
$439Sale Price|20% Off
18.15 Carats Oval Shape Loose Amethyst Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Amethyst Weight: 18.15 Carats Dimension: 19.8x15.2x11 Mm Shape: Oval Colour: Purple Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Huge 42.70 Carats Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone
$680Sale Price|20% Off
Huge 42.70 Carats Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Amethyst Weight: 42.70 Carats Dimension: 23x17.1x14.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
26.85 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
36.40 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
33.05 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Gemstone For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
39.00 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
16.90 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
28.20 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Other
20.35 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
4.45 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
5.45 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Octagon Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
7.45 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Round Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
13.30 Carat Natural Dual Loose Amethyst Citrine Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Amethyst And Citrine Stone: Amethyst & Citrine Weight: 13.30 Carats Citrine Size: 5.60 Carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine
6.75 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Octagon Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
5.30 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Stone: Amethyst Weight : 5.30 Carats Dimension: 13.5 x 8.8 x 6.7 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.40 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.20 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
30.40 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Octagon Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Stone: Amethyst Weight : 30.40 Carats Dimension: 18.3 x 17.6 x 14.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
5.95 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
5.65 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Octagon Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
9.95 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Square Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
14.40 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
9.10 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 9.10 Carat Dimension: 13.7 x 11.8 x 8.8 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
7.55 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 7.55 Carat Dimension: 15.6 x 9.8 x 7.5 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
7.60 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Asscher Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 7.60 Carat Dimension: 11.3 x 10.9 x 9.6 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
4.65 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 4.65 Carat Dimension: 11.2 x 9.4 x 7.3 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
27.70 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 27.70 Carat Dimension: 22 x 16.1 x 12.2 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
9.90 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Fancy Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 9.90Carats Dimension: 14.9 x 10.5 x 8.4 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
17.10 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 17.10 Carats Dimension: 17.1 x 12.7 x 10.6 Mm Colour: Purple Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.15 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethysts Weight: 8.15 Carats Dimension: 13.3 x 11.5 x 8.2 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
37.15 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Octagon Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
28.80 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
13.90 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
58.80 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Scissor Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
18.30 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Round Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
7.50 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.80 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
, pink, and blue gemstones in multi-stone pieces. Whether for spiritual or aesthetic reasons, amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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Amethyst Loose Gemstones For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of amethyst loose gemstones. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. There are many different pieces in our collection of amethyst loose gemstones to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary amethyst loose gemstones are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Merkaba and Tamir are consistently popular. There are many pear cut, emerald cut and hexagon cut amethyst loose gemstones for sale. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of amethyst loose gemstones, as most of the options available are for men.
How Much are Amethyst Loose Gemstones?
Prices for amethyst loose gemstones start at $65 and top out at $13,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $286.
The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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