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12.7ct Triangular Cut Amethyst Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing our stunning 12.7ct Triangular Cut Amethyst Loose Gemstone, a dazzling masterpiece that
Category
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
4.55ct Pear Cut Purple Amethyst loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Behold the enchanting beauty of this 4.55ct Pear Cut Purple Amethyst Loose Gemstone. Its
Category
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Hand-carved 51.01 Carat Buddha Face Brazilian Lavender Amethyst Loose Gemstone
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This buddha face carving on natural brazilian lavender amethyst is hand-carved with extreme detail
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 1.19 in D 0.6 in L 1.19 in
7.17ct Princess Cut Natural Purple Amethyst Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
This Exquisite 7.17ct Princess Cut Natural Purple Amethyst Loose Gemstone is crafted to perfection
Category
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
7.15ct Round Cut Natural Purple Amethyst Gemstone Pair
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Enhance your jewelry collection with this stunning 7.15ct Round Cut Natural Purple Amethyst Loose
Category
2010s African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
5.61ct Emerald Cut Natural Purple Amethyst Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
This 5.61ct Emerald Cut Natural Amethyst Loose Gemstone is a true testament to the captivating
Category
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.63ct Custom Cut Natural Untreated Rutiled Purple Amethyst Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Purple Custom Cut Amethyst Loose Gemstone, shaped like a distinctive triangle with a blunt tip. Its
Category
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Adorable Loose Amethyst Gemstone Aaa Clean Loose Amethyst for Jewelry 12.10 Ct
Located in Bangkok, TH
Adorable Loose Amethyst Gemstone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Natural Loose Amethyst Stone 5.90 Carats Amethyst Gemstone Amethyst Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion Cut, certified amethyst from Brazil.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE Natural Loose Amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.4 in D 0.28 in L 0.51 in
65.49 Carat Amethyst Oval, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This luscious royal purple amethyst weighs 65.49 carats and would make a perfectly regal and eye
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
13.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst
Weight : 13.50 Carats
Dimensions : 16.2x13x9.7 mm
Clarity : Eye Clean
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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H 0.64 in W 0.52 in D 0.39 in L 0.64 in
Exquisite Fancy Cut Loose Amethyst Gemstone 4.35 Carats Amethyst Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exquisite Fancy Cut Loose Amethyst Gemstone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Huge 33.70 Carats Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Necklace Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 33.70 Carats
Dimension: 20x16.9x16.1 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Color: Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.67 in D 0.64 in L 0.79 in
7.90 Carats Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 7.90 Carats
Dimension: 17.8x11.5x8.5 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Pear
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.46 in D 0.34 in L 0.71 in
17.85 Carats Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Fancy Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 17.85 Carats
Dimension: 16.3x14.2x13.1 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.56 in D 0.52 in L 0.65 in
Gorgeous 2.95cts Natural Purple Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst
Weight : 2.95 Carats
Dimensions : 10.4x7.1x5.8 mm
Clarity : Eye Clean
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Gem Quality Amethyst Round Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 61.90 Carats
Size: 8.5 To 22 MM
Pieces: 2
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
12.25 Carats Pear Shape Natural Loose Amethyst Gemstone Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 12.25 Carats
Dimension: 16.2x14.9x10.7 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Pear
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.59 in D 0.43 in L 0.64 in
Hexagon Amethyst 5.00 carats Hexagonal Cut Natural Loose Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clean
Shape Hexagon
Cut Hexagonal
Experience the enchanting beauty of our Hexagonal Cut Amethyst
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.41 in D 0.34 in L 0.47 in
39.70 Carats Natural Earth Mine Loose Amethyst Asscher Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 39.70 Carats
Dimension: 19.1x19.3x16 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Asscher
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.76 in D 0.63 in L 0.76 in
6.05 Carat Stunning Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Asscher Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 6.05 Carats
Dimension: 10.9x10.6x8.1 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Asscher Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.42 in D 0.32 in L 0.43 in
Natural Purple Loose Amethyst Gemstone 11.05 Carats Fine Jewelry Fine Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Purple Loose Amethyst Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale natural high quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.58 in D 0.4 in L 0.61 in
Top Quality Amethyst Smooth Round Cabochon Pointed Top Loose Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 83.20 Carats
Size: 13x17 To 14x19 MM
Pieces: 3
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.52 in D 0.75 in L 0.67 in
Top Quality Amethyst Smooth Round Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 92.70 Carats
Size: 10 To 19 MM
Pieces: 3
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.4 in L 0.75 in
Amethyst Necklace Ring Gem 83.27 Carat Asscher Cut Brazilian Loose Gemstone
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible 83.27 carat Brazilian Amethyst square octagon Asscher cut gem, offered loose to an avid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz
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W 1.01 in D 0.8 in L 1.01 in
Amethyst Ring Gem 18.80 Carat Unset Fancy Oval Brazil Loose Gemstone
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exclusive 18.80 carat Brazilian Amethyst fancy cut oval gem, offered loose to a very unique lady or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz
Gem Quality Amethyst Sugarloaf Cabochon Layout Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 586.90 Carats
Size: 21x15x12 To 15x11x11 MM
Pieces: 26
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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H 0.6 in W 0.44 in L 0.83 in
Hand Carved 18.19 Carats Natural African Amethyst Fish Loose Gemstone Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Our hand-carved 18.19 carats Natural African Amethyst Fish Loose Gemstone is a stunning work of art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 1.03 in D 0.4 in L 1.15 in
15.13 Carat Hand Carved Natural African Amethyst Daffodil Flower Loose Gemstone
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Our hand-carved 15.13 carat African Amethyst Daffodil Flower Loose Gemstone is a breathtaking work
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 1.03 in D 0.5 in L 1.07 in
Huge 23.50 Carat Natural Loose Dark Purple Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 23.50 Carats
Dimension: 22 x 13.8 x 11 Mm
Colour: Purple
Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.55 in D 0.44 in L 0.87 in
Gorgeous 5.70 Carats Light Green Loose Amethyst Prasiolite Pixel Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 5.70 Carats
Dimension: 18.5x7x6.1 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Emerald
Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.28 in D 0.25 in L 0.73 in
19.0 Carats Natural Loose Deep Purple Amethyst Gemstone From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 19 Carats
Dimension: 16.9x14.8x11.4 Mm
Origin; Brazil
Shape: Emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.59 in D 0.45 in L 0.67 in
9.65 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Ring Gemstone from Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst
Weight : 9.65 Carats
Dimensions: 14.4x10.3x9.5 mm
Clarity : Clean
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.41 in D 0.38 in L 0.57 in
Sparkling Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone 10.65 Carat for Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst
Weight : 10.65 Carats
Dimensions: 16.8x10.5x8.6 mm
Clarity : Clean
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.42 in D 0.34 in L 0.67 in
4.70 Carats Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Ring Gemstone From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Amethyst is a captivating and widely appreciated gemstone renowned for its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.35 in D 0.3 in L 0.45 in
8.80 Carat Together Natural Loose Amethyst Gemstone Cushion Cut Ring Gems
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst
Weight : 8.80 Carats
1 ( 5.40 Cts, 12x9.3x7.1 Mm)
2( 3.30 Cts, 9.6x8.2x7
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.25cts Natural Loose Amethyst Gemstone Pixel Pixelated Cut From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: On Customer Demand
.
Amethyst is a stunning and captivating gemstone renowned for its exquisite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.32 in D 0.3 in L 0.75 in
26.46 Carat Amethyst Top Quality Fancy Shield Smooth Loose Gemstone For Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gemstone-Amethyst
Shape - Shield Fancy
size - 23X14 MM
Weight - 26.46
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.56 in L 0.91 in
Top Quality Amethyst Carved Pears Layout Suite Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 126.50 Carats
Size: 17x25 To 15x22 MM
Pieces: 8
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.67 in D 0.99 in L 0.6 in
Amethyst Hexagon Star of David Gem 12.13 Carat Brazil Unmounted Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique 12.13 carat hexagon Amethyst gem offered loose to a special lady or gentleman. The cutting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz
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W 0.67 in D 0.43 in L 0.67 in
TJD Loose Natural Amethyst 4.50 Carats Pear Shape Gemstone for any Jewellery
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stone Information: Natural Amethyst
Shape/Cut: Pear Shape
Color: Reddish Purple/Purple
Dimensions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
TJD Loose Natural Amethyst 11.55 Cts Pear Shape Gemstone for Any Jewellery
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stone Information: Natural Amethyst
Shape/Cut: Pear Shape
Color: Reddish Purple/Purple
Dimensions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
TJD Loose Natural Amethyst 13.20 Cts Pear Shape Gemstone for Any Jewellery
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stone Information: Natural Amethyst
Shape/Cut: Pear Shape
Color: Reddish Purple/Purple
Dimensions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Fantastic Purple Amethyst Loose Gem 9.30 Amethyst Ring Amethyst Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
9.30 Carats Vvs Clarity Natural Loose Amethyst From Africa.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Exquisite Natural Loose Amethyst Stone 23.45 Carats Amethyst Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
at 23.45 Carats Eye Clean Clarity Natural Loose Amethyst From Brazil.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Adorable Purple Amethyst Gemstone 8.03 Carats Amethyst Stone Amethyst Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Adorable Purple Amethyst Gemstone, available for sale, natural high quality flawless 8.03 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.42 in D 0.34 in L 0.56 in
Loose Amethyst - Oval 9.62ct Purple Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat(s): 9.62ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Purple
Size: (mm) 16.09 x 12.11 x 9.66
Condition: New
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Cushion-Cut Soft Purple Amethyst Gemstone 8.16 Carats, Amethyst Stone, Amethyst
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion-Cut Soft Purple Amethyst Gemstone, available for sale, natural high quality flawless 8.61
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.48 in D 0.34 in L 0.52 in
Fabulous Purple Natural Amethyst Stone 6.30 Carats Amethyst Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
at 6.30 Carats Eye Clean Clarity Loose Amethyst From Brazil.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
10.25 Carats Natural Gorgeous Amethyst Gem Amethyst Gemstone for Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
, faceted Cushion Cut, certified amethyst from Brazil.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE Natural Gorgeous
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.5 in D 0.39 in L 0.58 in
Exquisite Natural Ametrine Loose Gemstone 10.30 Carats Ametrine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exquisite Natural Ametrine Loose Gemstone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
8.60 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst
Weight : 8.60 Carats
Dimensions : 15.2x9.8x8.6 mm
Clarity : Eye Clean
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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H 0.6 in W 0.39 in D 0.34 in L 0.6 in
Spectacular Frosted Cut Amethyst Gemstone 29.25 CTS Purple Amethyst High Quality
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Frosted Cut Amethyst Gemstone, available for sale, natural high-quality loose gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Stunning Loose Green Amethyst Ring Gem 3.30 Carats
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Color: Light Green
Weight: 3.30 Carats
Dimension: 8.6x8.5x7.2 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Quartz
Loose Amethyst, Cushion Cut 11.49 Carat Purple Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
and gemstones are graded and identified by GIA graduates. If there is a specific piece you are looking
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
15.67 carat hand carved lavender amethyst gemstone
Located in Seattle, WA
This gorgeously hand carved lavender amethyst from Idar Oberstein Germany (a world famous gem
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
7.50 Carats Natural Loose Purple Amethyst For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 7.50 Carats
Dimension: 16.5x8.8x7.1 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.35 in D 0.28 in L 0.65 in
Pink Garnet Ring Gemstone 4.25 Carat Loose Gemstone Ceylon Origin
Located in Makola, LK
certificate of your choice can be made available on request.
All our Gemstones are natural earth-mined stones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.44 in D 0.31 in L 0.56 in
9.05 Carats Natural Loose Amethyst Ring Gem Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 9.05 Carats
Dimension: 15.1x12.3x7.3 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Cushion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
13.85 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Gem For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 13.85 Carats
Dimension: 18.9 x 11.1 x 9.6 Mm
Colour: Purple
Origin: Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.44 in D 0.38 in L 0.75 in
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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.
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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