$528Sale Price|40% Off
24.95 Carat Natural Loose Bi Color Tourmaline Stone Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly Asscher cut, it reveals remarkable brilliance and depth through its crisp geometric facets.
Tourmaline
$184Sale Price|20% Off
2.55 Carat Natural Loose Light Gold Topaz Stone Asscher Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.55 carat Dimensions 7.6x7.3x5.8 mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Asscher This 2.55 Carat Natural Loose Light Gold Topaz Stone is a radi...
Topaz
$256Sale Price|20% Off
1.30 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline Pair Fancy Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.30 carat Dimensions 5.1x5.1x3.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Asscher Fancy This 1.30 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline Pair features a stu...
Tourmaline
$176Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning 7.35 Carats Perfect Square Asscher Cut Loose Citrine Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Citrine Weight: 7.35 Carats Origin: Brazil Dimension: 11.7x11.7x8.8 Mm Color: Yellow Shape: Square Cut: Asscher Certificate: On Customer Demand Citrine is a captivating g...
Citrine
$280Sale Price|20% Off
1.40 Carat Natural Loose 2 Piece Green Tourmaline Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstones
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.40 carat Dimensions 5.1x5.0x3.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Asscher This 1.40 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline Pair consists of two be...
Tourmaline
$120Sale Price|20% Off
2.80 Carat Loose Faceted Milky Quartz Stone Asscher Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.80 carat Dimensions 8.5x8.4x6.6mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Octagon Cut Asscher NA This 2.80-carat loose faceted milky quartz gemstone, cut i...
Quartz
7.95 Carat Natural Loose Sky Blue Topaz Stone Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted in a sophisticated Asscher cut, the gemstone features crisp step facets that create exceptional brilliance and a mesmerizing depth of light.
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$200Sale Price|20% Off
2.20 Carat Natural Loose Apple Green Peridot Pair Asscher Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted into matching asscher cuts, these gemstones showcase a bright apple-green hue with excellent brilliance and clarity.
Peridot
$424Sale Price|20% Off
2.60 Carat Loose Light Green Emerald Stone Asscher Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly cut in the sophisticated Asscher style, the gem features a mesmerizing step-cut pattern that enhances its inner glow and clarity.
Emerald
$256Sale Price|20% Off
3.65 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Stone Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly Asscher cut, it features sharp step facets and perfect symmetry, enhancing the gem’s depth, clarity, and rich color play.
Garnet
8.23 Carat Asscher Cut Nigerian Aquamarine Square Octagon Loose Gemstone Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An 8.23 carat Asscher cut Nigerian aquamarine loose gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, expertly faceted into a square octagon shape with refined step cut geometry, fine vivid...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$524Sale Price / set|30% Off
Lavender Purplish Pink Natural Kunzite Loose Gemstones Set 20.25 Ct Asscher Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lavender Purplish Pink Natural Kunzite Loose Gemstones Set for Rings, Earrings, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry Setting-Asscher Cut from Kunar Afghanistan!!
Kunzite
$192Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Pink Garnet Step Asscher Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.65 carat Dimensions 6.5x6.5x4.4mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity VVS Shape Cut Asscher NA This striking 1.65 carat Natural Pink Garnet showcases a rare and romantic...
Garnet
$176Sale Price|20% Off
2.50 carats Vivid Red Loose Garnet Stone Asscher Cut natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.50 carats Dimensions 7.9x7.8x5.0 mm Treatment none Clarity VVS Origin Tanzania Shape Octagon Cut Asscher Cut The exquisite 2.50-carat Vivid Red Garnet Stone, cut into a...
Garnet
$680Sale Price|20% Off
6.55 Carat Natural Loose Apple Green Peridot Pair Asscher Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly Asscher cut, each gemstone displays a mesmerizing step-cut pattern, maximizing brilliance and creating a refined geometric appeal.
Peridot
$760Sale Price|20% Off
4.05 Carat Natural Loose Baby Pink Tourmaline Stone Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted in a dazzling Asscher cut, the gem captures light beautifully, showcasing its clarity and brilliance.
Tourmaline
$1,187Sale Price|20% Off
Brownish Golden Topaz 71.40 Ct Natural Loose Gemstone Asscher Cut-Pendant Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Brownish Golden Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Necklace Pendant, Bracelet, or any other Jewelry Setting-Asscher Cut!!
Topaz
$600Sale Price|20% Off
10.35 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Pair Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly faceted in precise Asscher cuts, these gemstones display sharp step facets, exceptional symmetry, and a mesmerizing hall-of-mirrors brilliance.
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$688Sale Price|49% Off
Honey Golden Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 2.05 Ct Asscher Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Honey Golden Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting-Asscher Cut from Kunar, Afghanistan!!
Tourmaline
$140Sale Price|20% Off
2.75 Carats Natural Loose Vivid Red Garnet Stone Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
With its precise angles and symmetrical facets, the Asscher cut enhances the inherent elegance of the gemstone, bestowing upon it a timeless allure and undeniable sophistication.
Garnet
$360Sale Price|20% Off
7.90 Carat Natural Loose Swiss Blue Topaz Stone Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly shaped into a precision Asscher cut, the gemstone displays exceptional clarity and sharp geometric facets that create a mesmerizing hall-of-mirrors effect.
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$256Sale Price|20% Off
0.65 Carat Natural Loose Yellow Sapphire Stone Asscher Cut Sri Lanka Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly cut in a precision Asscher style, the gemstone features clean step facets and a geometric, hall-of-mirrors effect that enhances both brilliance and color depth.
Yellow Sapphire
$224Sale Price|20% Off
8.40 Carat Natural Loose Luxury Swiss Blue Topaz Asscher Cut Africa Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted in an Asscher cut, the gemstone displays exceptional brilliance with sharp, symmetrical facets that create a captivating hall-of-mirrors effect.
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$336Sale Price|20% Off
15.50 Carat Loose Faceted Sky Blue Topaz Asscher Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 15.50 carat Dimensions 14.2x14.2x9.9mm Treatment Heated Origin Africa Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Cut Modified Asscher Cut NA This 15.50-carat natural Sky Blue Topaz is a bre...
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$304Sale Price|20% Off
8.40 Carat Natural Loose Luxury Swiss Blue Topaz Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 8.40 carat Dimensions 11.2x11.0x8.6mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Asscher This impressive 8.40-carat natural Swiss Blue Topaz exudes bri...
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$238Sale Price|20% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 3.40 Ct Asscher Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 3.40 Carats 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Asscher Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 8.58 x 8.27 x 5.68 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Green 🔎 CLARITY: Approx 92% Clean 🧪 TREATMENT: None (1...
Peridot
0.95 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Color Spinel Stone Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted in a sophisticated Asscher cut, the gemstone features crisp step facets that create exceptional light reflection and a mesmerizing depth of color.
Spinel
$200Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant 9.80 Carat Perfect Square Asscher Cut Citrine Loose Gemstone Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Citrine Weight : 9.80 Carats Dimensions : 12.4x12.4x9.8 mm Clarity : Loupe Clean Origin : Brazil Color: Yellow Shape: Square Cut: Asscher Certificate: On Demand Month...
Citrine
$320Sale Price|20% Off
16.20 Carat Natural Faceted Golden Topaz Gemstone for Jewelry Making Asscher Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Topaz Weight : 16.20 Carats Dimensions: 12.7x12.8x11 mm Clarity : Clean Origin : Skardu Color: Golden Shape: Octagon Cut: Asscher Certificate: On Demand Month: Novemb...
Topaz
$296Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Pale Purple Natural Amethyst Gemstone, 24.70 Ct Asscher Cut for Pendant etc
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Amethyst PIECE(S): 1 WEIGHT: 24.70 Carats SHAPE: Asscher Cut SIZE (MM): 17.69 x 17.55 x 13.74 COLOR: Pale Purple CLARITY: 17.69 x 17.55 x 13.74 TREATMENT: None ORIGI...
Amethyst
$272Sale Price / set|30% Off
Light Brown Natural Topaz Ring Loose Gemstones Set 21.35 Ct Asscher Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Brown Hue Natural Topaz Loose Gemstones for Rings, Earrings, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry Setting-Asscher Cut from Skardu, Pakistan!!
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$484Sale Price / set|49% Off
Rare Pastel Peach Natural Topaz Gemstone Pair, 19.35 Ct Asscher Cut for Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your jewelry collection with this exceptional pair of Asscher cut natural topaz gemstones from Katlang, Pakistan.
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$280Sale Price|20% Off
2.32 carats Imperial Topaz Stone Asscher Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.32 carats Dimensions 7.35x6.91x5.40 mm Treatment none Origin Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Octagon Cut Asscher This exquisite 2.32 carat Imperial Topaz is a natural gem...
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$411Sale Price|25% Off
Pink & Grey Natural Tourmaline Ring Gemstones 3.70Ct Emerald & Asscher Cut-Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pink & Grey Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones for Ring or Jewelry Setting in Emerald Cut & Asscher Cut from Afghanistan!!
Tourmaline
2.75 Carat Natural Loose Apple Green Peridot Asscher Shape Pakistan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.75 carats Dimensions 8.1x7.5x5.6mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Asscher This 2.75-carat natural apple green peridot features a bright, refre...
Peridot
6.50 Carats Natural Loose Kunzite Asscher Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Kunzite Weight: 6.50 Carats Dimension: 10.5 x 10.5 x 8 Mm Shape: Square Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand . Kunzite benefits center on emotional heal...
Kunzite, Other
1pc Dazzling 3 Carat Asscher Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This sparkling asscher cut diamond is a truly remarkable gem. With a carat weight of 3 carats, it is a perfect size for a center stone in a ring or necklace. The D color grade is the...
Diamond
Pair of Matching GIA Certified 3.44 Carat Asscher Cut Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dekara Design Collection Stones- GIA Certified Asscher Cut Diamonds, N Color SI1 Clarity 1.73 Carats, N Color VS2 Clarity 1.71 Carats. GIA Report Numbers 1.73 N SI1- 7538899338 1....
Diamond
16.09ct Yellowish Green Asscher Cut Colombian Gem 15.4x14.8 Genuine
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 16.09-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Vibrant Yellowish Green Measurements: 15.41mm x 14.77mm x 10.74mm Geographic Orig...
Emerald
1.01ct Asscher Cut Diamond- VVS2 Clarity, H colour GIA Certified
Located in Altrincham, GB
The Asscher Cut is one of my favourites, and this 1.01 carat stone is beautifully displays its gorgeous clean lines and sparkle with VVS2 clarity and H colour (GIA Certified) which ...
Diamond
2.76 Carat Vivacious Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut, Clipped Corners May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.76-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Yellowish Green Measurements: 8.76mm x 8.66mm x 6.05mm Geographic Origin: Colombia...
Emerald
3.21ct Yellowish Green Colombian Emerald 9x9mm Asscher Cut Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.21carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Medium Green Measurements: 9.43mm x 9.08mm x 6.51mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tre...
Emerald
6.62ct Captivating Muzo Green Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 6.62-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Intense Medium Green Measurements: 11.27mm x 10.4mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tr...
Emerald
8.81ct Glowing Green Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald 12.5x12.5 Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 8.81-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 12.39mm x 12.55mm x 7.83mm Geographic Origin: Colombia ...
Emerald
Luminous 4.75 Carat 10x10 Asscher Cut Muzo Green Colombian Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.75-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Vivid Green Measurements: 10.55mm x 10.2mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treatment: ...
Emerald
2.78ct Yellowish Green Colombian Emerald 8.5x7.9mm Asscher Cut Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.78-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Good Color: Medium Yellowish Green Measurements: 8.53mm x 7.86mm x 7.04mm Geographic Origin: C...
Emerald
1.64ct Yellowish Green Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald: 7.4x7.3 Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.64-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent/Very Good Color: Yellowish Green Measurements: 7.38mm x 7.32mm x 5.0mm Geographic Origin:...
Emerald
3.41tcw 7x7 Matching Colombian Emeralds - Asscher Cut Genuine Loose Pair
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Total Weight: 3.41-tcw Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Deep Green Measurements: 6.81mm x 6.73mm x 5.39mm // 6.79mm x 6.73m...
Emerald
Stunning 6.40 Carat Asscher Cut Vivid Muzo Green Colombian Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 6.40-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Vivid Green Measurements: 10.9mm x 10.8mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treatment: N...
Emerald
3.74ct Forest Green Colombian Emerald 9.6x9.2mm Asscher Cut Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.74-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Deep Green Measurements: 9.62mm x 9.24mm x 6.65mm Geographic Origin: Colombia...
Emerald
$200Sale Price|20% Off
4.95 Carat Loose Geological Orange Citrine Asscher Cut Natural Brazilian Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.95 carat Dimensions 10.4x9.8x7.7mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Octagon Cut Asscher NA This 4.95-carat natural Citrine is a radiant gemstone, sh...
Citrine
4.83 Carat 10x10 Bluish Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut Muzo Green May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.83-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 10.04mm x 9.61mm x 8.11mm Geographic Origin: Colombia T...
Emerald
7.38 Carat 11.5x11.5 Intense Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 7.38-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 11.51mm x 11.52mm x 8.99mm Geographic Origin: Colombia ...
Emerald
2.44 Carat 8.4x8.4 Bluish Green Loose Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.44-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 8.43mm x 8.41mm x 5.25mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tr...
Emerald
4.69 Carat 10x10 Freckled Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut Clipped Corners May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.69-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 9.86mm x 9.54mm x 8.17mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tr...
Emerald
10.02 Carat 13.5x13.5 Dark Green Zambian Emerald - Asscher Cut May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 10.02-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Dark Green Measurements: 13.53mm x 13.46mm x 6.88mm Geographic Origin: Zambia Tre...
Emerald
4.71 Carat 10.5x10.5 Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald - Clipped Corners May Births
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.71-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 10.32mm x 10.45mm x 6.17mm Geographic Origin: Colombia ...
Emerald
Vibrant 4.83 Carat Asscher Cut Muzo Colombian Emerald Gem - May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.83-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Bright Green Measurements: 10.18mm x 9.85mm x 7.97mm Geographic Origin: Colombia T...
Emerald
Genuine 2.71 Carat Electric Yellow Green Muzo Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.71-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Vivid Yellowish Green Measurements: 8.13mm x 8.0mm x 6.15mm Geographic Origin: Col...
Emerald
3.27ct Muzo Green Colombian Emerald 9.3x8.8mm Asscher Cut Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.27-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 9.34mm x 8.78mm x 6.84mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tr...
Emerald
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.