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Intricate Multi Tourmaline Gold and Oxidized Hoop Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
intricate milgrain edges, and nice and thick for showing off the tourmaline and adding earring charms. Made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver

Angel Wings Multi Tourmaline Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Silver Charms scatter tourmalines on a blackened silver background detailed with a feather-like
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

Angel Wings Multi Tourmaline Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
make a statement with multi-colored tourmalines on a rich gold background detailed with a feather-like
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

Florentine Multi Tourmaline Gold 18k Hoop Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
our gold hoop earrings. Unique texture, irresistible shimmer—these gold hoop earrings are undeniably
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Lilly Green Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Designed with bezel-set green tourmaline stones, the diamond-accented Lilly Gold Charms embrace the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Brilliant Tourmaline Earrings 1.20 ct 27 x 11 mm sensational emeraldgreen Color
Located in Viena, Viena
Afghanistan to buy top stones as long as it is possible (all tourmalines were bought before the Taliban
Category

Early 2000s European Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Mekong Med Moonstone Oxidized and Lilly Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Designed with bezel-set pink tourmaline stones, the diamond-accented Lilly Gold Charms embrace the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Tourmaline, Silver, 18k Gold

Gemma Multi Tourmaline Gold 18 Karat Hoop Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
intricate milgrain edges, and nice and thick for showing off the tourmaline and adding earring charms. Made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Angel Wings Multi Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Gold Charms scatter tourmalines on a rich gold background detailed with a feather-like crosshatch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Alien Invasion Multi Tourmaline and Petal Carnelian Silver Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Petal Charms add a pop of color to any of our hoops. Nina Nguyen Design's patent-pending earrings have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver

Intricate Tourmaline and Emerald Gold and Oxidized Reversible Huggies
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
, Namibia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Malawi Metaphysical Properties Tourmaline is good for
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver

Intricate Moonstone and Tourmaline Gold and Oxidized Reversible Huggies
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
contain. Tourmaline gemstones can be many different colors, including black, blue, green, pink, red
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Tourmaline, Silver, 18k Gold

Intricate Multi Tourmaline and Emerald 18 Karat Gold Reversible Huggies
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
contain. Tourmaline gemstones can be many different colors, including black, blue, green, pink, red
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

5.05 carats Celestial Blue Indicolite Natural Tourmaline Lot From Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
, ring, or earrings, these celestial blue indicolite tourmalines from Afghanistan are a unique and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

3.21 Carats Loose Blue Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
of Afghanistan, this natural Afghan Blue Tourmaline exhibits a mesmerizing deep blue hue that evokes
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Seafoam Blue Loose Tourmaline 1.90 Carats Emerald Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
1.90 carats 9.06x5.60x4.31 mm Clarity Eye Clean Treatment None Origin Afghanistan Shape Octagon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.85 Carats Natural Loose Greenish Blue Tourmaline Ring Gem Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 1.85 Carats Dimension: 7.9x5.6x5.1 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Mia Turquoise Charms and Intricate Silver Reversible Huggies Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
Tourmalines for day, emeralds for a night out: We designed a version of popular petite hoop that’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Turquoise, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Gorgeous Natural Loose Tourmaline Ring Gem 1.80 Carats Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 1.80 Carats Dimension: 8.8x5.7x4.3 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Anglo-Indian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.45 Cts Natural Loose Seafoam Tourmaline Emerald Shape Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 1.45 Carats Dimension: 7x5.4x4.8 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape: Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Beauteous 1.90 Cts Blueish Green Loose Tourmaline Ring Gemstone Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Color: Blueish Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Blueish green tourmaline, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artist Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.65 Carats Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline Weight: 1.65 Carats Dimension: 6.9x6x5 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape: Cushion
Category

2010s Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

8.65 Carats Natural Loose Mint Tourmaline Asscher Cut Gemstone Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Mint Tourmaline Weight: 8.65 Carats Dimension: 12.2x12.1x8.3 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Bicolor Black & Blue Tourmaline Gemstone Pair, 3.70 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone well-matched pairs, sourced directly from the Kunar
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 2.75 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 2.20 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 3.10 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 3.25 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 2.95 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 2.75 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 3.40 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Blue and Black Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Perfect Pair, meticulously sourced from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 5.85 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Afghanistan CERTIFICATE: On demand Introducing our stunning Magnificent Blue and Black Bicolor Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Black-Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone Pairs, 3.55 Ct Emerald Cut-Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Afghanistan CERTIFICATE: On demand Introducing our stunning Magnificent Blue and Black Bicolor Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

15.88 Gram Beautiful Indicolite Tourmaline Specimen from Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Beautiful Indicolite Tourmaline Specimen From Afghanistan Weight: 15.88 Gram Dim: 2.5 x 3.8 x
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

4.55 Carats Natural Loose Electric Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Blue Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Indicolite Tourmaline, renowned
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Indicolite, Tourmaline

14.95 Carats Natural Loose Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Gemstone Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Blue Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand Indicolite tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

6.60 Carats Natural Loose Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Blue Treatment: Non / Untreated Certificate: On Demand Indicolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Indicolite, Tourmaline

Gorgeous Loupe Clean Natural Loose Indicolite Blue Tourmaline 15 Carats
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Blue Treatment: Non / Natural Certificate: On Customer Demand Indicolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

Rare Vibrant Lagoon Blue Natural Tourmaline Gemstone 4.20Ct Emerald Cut for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
lagoon blue color, characteristic of tourmalines from the Kunar province in Afghanistan. The emerald cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Darkish Inky Blue Natural Tourmaline Gemstones Lot, 4.85 Ct for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
4.80 x 3.23 COLOR: Darkish Inky Blue CLARITY: Slightly Included TREATMENT: None ORIGIN: Afghanistan
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Unique 1.80 Carats Natural Loose Light Blue Tourmaline Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 1.80 Carats Dimension: 7.2 x 7.2 x 4.8 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

28.75 Cts Natural Loose Blue Green Bicolor Tourmaline For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Bicolour Tourmaline Weight: 28.75 Carats Dimension:27x14x8.9 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Vivid Neon Blue Tourmaline Gemstone, 6.60 Ct Emerald Cut for Pendant/Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
neon blue tourmaline gemstone, a testament to the natural wonders of Afghanistan's gemstone treasures.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Rare Green & Neon Blue Bicolor Tourmaline Gemstone, 5.05 Ct Emerald Cut for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Truly exquisite 5.05 Carat Green and Neon Blue Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Gemstone, meticulously sourced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.50 Carat Natural Loose Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Ring Gemstone Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.50 Carats Dimension: 8.5x6.5x4.5 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

Natural Loose Green Tourmaline Pair 8.0 Carat Emerald Shape Gem For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Origin: Afghanistan Certificate: On Demand Treatment: Non Tourmaline is a captivating gemstone known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

4.50 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline Pair Cushion Shape Gem For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
1980s. Renowned for its vivid neon blue to green colors, Paraíba tourmaline commands high prices in the
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

SI Clarity 7.90 Carats Natural Loose Blue Indicolite Tourmaline Long Cushion
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Shape: Cushion Color: Deep Blue Treatment: Non Clarity: Small Included Certificate: On Demand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

5.25 Carat Natural Loose Blue Seafoam Tourmaline Cushion Cut Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline Weight: 5.25 Carats Dimension: 12x10.4x6.1 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Afghan Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

Unveiling Tranquility 2.50 Carats of Exquisite Loose Mintgreen Tourmaline
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.50 Carats Dimension: 8.3x6.8x5.9 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Chrome Tourmaline, Tourmaline

Sea-Foam Green Tourmaline 2.05 Carats Emerald Cut Natural Afghani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
earrings, this Sea-foam Green Tourmaline promises to be a cherished addition to any jewelry collection, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.45 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Mint Tourmaline Weight: 1.45 Carats Dimension: 6.1x5.9x5.5 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.45 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
1.45 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
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W 0.24 in D 0.22 in L 0.25 in
3.80 Carats Emerald Shape Natural Lagoon Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 3.80 Carats Dimension: 11.5x6.6x5.7 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.45 Carats Natural Loose Mintgreen Tourmaline With Lagoon Shade Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tourmaline Weight: 2.45 Carats Dimension: 7.4x6.7x6.4 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artist Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.15 Carats Natural Loose Bicolour Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.55 Carats Dimension: 11.3x5.4x4.2 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

3.05 Carats Natural Loose Seafoam Tourmaline Gemstone Cushion Cut Kunar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Afghanistan Treatment: Non / Natural Certificate: On Customer Demand Seafoam tourmaline is a captivating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artist Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

4.80 Carats Natural Sugarloaf Indicolite Tourmaline Cabochon Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Indicolite Tourmaline Weight: 4.80 Carats Dimension: 9.7x8.2x7.6 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Indicolite, Tourmaline

6.65 Carats Asscher Cut Loose Green Seafoam Tourmaline Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 6.65 Carats Dimension: 10.8x10.3x7.9 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

6.65 Carats Asscher Cut Loose Green Seafoam Tourmaline Ring Gem
6.65 Carats Asscher Cut Loose Green Seafoam Tourmaline Ring Gem
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W 0.41 in D 0.32 in L 0.43 in
Beauteous 1.10 Carats Loose Blueish Green Tourmaline Asscher Cut Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 1.10 Carats Dimension: 5.9x5.7x4.5 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

5 Carats Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline SI Included Clarity Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 5 Carats Dimension: 9.1x9.1x7 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

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Blue Afghan Tourmaline Earring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact blue afghan tourmaline earring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k gold, gold and silver. A blue afghan tourmaline earring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but tourmaline rings, from our inventory of 6, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut alternatives. Finding a blue afghan tourmaline earring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Blue Afghan Tourmaline Earring?

On average, a blue afghan tourmaline earring at 1stDibs sells for $1,595, while they’re typically $390 on the low end and $11,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.