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9.31 Carats Brilliant Loose Aquamarine Stone for Rings Aquamarine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
NAME Brilliant Loose Aquamarine Stone
WEIGHT 9.31 carats
DIMENSIONS 14.2 x 8.7 x 7.5 mm
CLARITY VVS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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W 0.41 in D 0.33 in L 0.62 in
7.19 Carats Brilliant Loose Aquamarine Stone for Rings Aquamarine Jewellery
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 80001
Stone - Natural Aquamarine
Shape - Cushion
Quality - Eye clean
Weight - 7.19 cts
Grade
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
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H 0.35 in W 0.48 in L 0.48 in
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
GIA certified
D/ SI2
Grade Cut : Good
Polish: Very Good
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 0.91CT D SI1 Round Brilliant Loose Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: 56575
Stone Shape: Round Brilliant
Diamond Weight: 0.91CT
Clarity: SI1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond
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W 0.24 in D 0.16 in L 0.24 in
Loose Diamond - Round Brilliant 1.08ct GIA F VS2 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information
Natural Diamond
Carat(s): 1.08ct
Cut: Round Brilliant
Color: F
Clarity: VS2
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Loose Diamond - Round Brilliant 1.01ct GIA E VS1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information
Natural Diamond
Carat(s): 1.01ct
Cut: Round Brilliant
Color: E
Clarity: VS1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
4.75 Carats Natural Light Golden Loose Topaz Brilliant Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Topaz
Weight: 4.75 Carats
Dimension: 9.9x8.9x6.6 Mm
Origin: Skardu Pakistan
Shape: Cushion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz
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W 0.36 in D 0.26 in L 0.39 in
Loose Diamond - Round Brilliant .51ct GIA G VS2 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold
Stone Information
Natural Tanzanites
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 3.47 Carat Natural Alexandrite Oval Shape, Alexandrite Loose Stone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
most beautiful and rare stone in the world -- Natural Alexandrite 3.47 carats with GIA Report.
Each of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.3 in D 0.22 in L 0.41 in
GIA Certified 0.46 Carat Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Loose Stone Oval Shape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paraiba tourmaline loose with a stunning color and clarity. Tourmaline Paraiba authentic is a natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba
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W 0.16 in D 0.11 in L 0.24 in
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond D / VS1
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
GIA certified
D/ VS1
Grade Cut : Very Good
Polish: EX
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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W 0.26 in D 0.16 in L 0.26 in
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond G / IF
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
GIA certified
G / IF
Grade Cut : Very Good
Polish
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Harakh GIA Certified 0.46 CT F-Color VVS1 Clarity Pear Brilliant Loose Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
precious stones are responsibly sourced and less than 0.5% of the world's gemstones will make the HARAKH
Category
2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Harakh GIA Certified 0.40 Carat E Color VS2-Clarity Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
precious stones are responsibly sourced and less than 0.5% of the world's gemstones will make the HARAKH
Category
2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Harakh GIA Certified 1.00 Carat F Color VS1-Clarity Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
precious stones are responsibly sourced and less than 0.5% of the world's gemstones will make the HARAKH
Category
2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Harakh GIA Certified 0.85 Carat F Color VS2-Clarity Brilliant Cut Loose Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
precious stones are responsibly sourced and less than 0.5% of the world's gemstones will make the HARAKH
Category
2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Vivid Yellow Green Sapphire 1.58ct Round Brilliant Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vivid Yellow Green Sapphire 1.58ct Round Brilliant Cut Loose Gemstone 6.5mm
Natural Yellow Green
Category
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.19 in Dm 0.26 in
GIA Certified 1.26 Carat Oval Brilliant Vivid Yellow Zimmi Loose Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
intensity or vividness.
GIA certificated.
Available as loose stone or can be made into a bespoke piece
Category
2010s Sierra Leonean Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
5.35 Carats Natural Loose Topaz Brilliant Cut Oval Shape Gem From Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Topaz
Weight: 5.35 Carats
Dimension: 11.5x9x7.2 Mm
Origin: Skardu Pakistan
Shape: Oval
Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz
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W 0.36 in D 0.29 in L 0.46 in
Natural Purple Loose Sapphire Stone 1.94 Carats Sapphire Gemstone Sapphire Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Purple Loose Sapphire Stone, available for sale, natural high-quality loose gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.24 in D 0.15 in L 0.35 in
1.30 Carats Loose Citrine Stone Pair Round Cut Natural Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
combined weight of 1.30 carats. Each stone is meticulously round cut, showcasing a brilliant facet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
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W 0.24 in D 0.15 in L 0.24 in
0.85 Carats Loose Pink Tourmaline Stone Round Cut Natural Afghani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape round
Cut round brilliant
This captivating 0.85 carat Pink Tourmaline Stone is a true gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.25 in D 0.16 in L 0.25 in
2.69 Carats Loose Chrome Tourmaline Heart Cut Stone Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
, evoking the lush landscapes of its African origin. Its intense color, combined with a brilliant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline
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W 0.43 in D 0.19 in L 0.38 in
0.62 carats Demantoind Loose Garnet Stone Round Cut Natural Russian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant
The 0.62 carat Demantoid Garnet stone showcases the exquisite beauty of Russian gemstones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.13 in L 0.22 in
1.15 carats Demantoind Loose Garnet Stone Round Cut Natural Russian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
round
Cut round brilliant
The 1.15-carat Demantoid Garnet stone showcases the exquisite beauty of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.25 in
2.20 carats Demantoind Loose Garnet Stone Round Cut Natural Russian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Round
Cut Round brilliant
The 2.20-carat Demantoid Garnet stone showcases the exquisite beauty of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.32 in D 0.2 in L 0.32 in
14.07 Carats Heart Shaped Red Loose Garnet Stone Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
to shine through brilliantly. Its substantial carat weight of 14.07 adds to its allure, making it a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.66 in D 0.41 in L 0.6 in
3.13 Carats Loose Blue Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion
Cut Step Cushion
The 3.13 carat Light Blue Spinel Stone is an exquisite and captivating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
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W 0.29 in D 0.24 in L 0.33 in
J. Birnbach Loose GIA Certified 3.25 Carat D SI1 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully fashioned stone from the J. Birnbach vault is a 3.25 carat round brilliant cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Harakh GIA Certified 0.50 CT E-Color VS1 Clarity Pear Brilliant Loose Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
precious stones are responsibly sourced and less than 0.5% of the world's gemstones will make the HARAKH
Category
2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified Oval Ruby Natural Corundum Loose Stone Weighing 2.09 Carat Heated
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Gemological Report 2225734049
Ruby shaped Oval
Cutting Style: Crown Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Pavilion Step
Category
Vintage 1950s Burmese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
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W 0.27 in D 0.12 in L 0.34 in
3.22 Carat Oval Yellow Sapphire Loose Unset 3-Stone Ring or Pendant Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
larger stone! This gem would be perfect in a low-profile ring that would allow the center stone to touch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
Harakh AGS Certified 2.02 Ct Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby Loose Stone Custom made
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
carats, brilliant cut, non-treated, no heat AGS certified ruby.
Measuring 8.22 x 6.46 x 4.32 mm, this
Category
2010s Mozambican Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
2.75 Carats Brilliant Fancy Cut Red Garnet Stone for Making Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Fancy Cut Red Garnet Stone of 2.75 carats from Malawi has a wonderful cut in a Round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Brilliant Natural Pink Garnet Stone 1.85 Carats Garnet Gemstone from Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Natural Pink Garnet Stone of 1.85 carats from Africa has a wonderful cut in a Octagon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
GIA Certified 2.14 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite, Loose Alexandrite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The world's most brilliant gemstone, natural Brazilian Alexandrite 2.14 carats with GIA Report. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.27 in D 0.2 in L 0.35 in
GIA Certified 0.76 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite, Loose Alexandrite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gemstone. This stone is one-of-a-kind and guaranteed to be real. A gorgeous, blue-green changing to purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.18 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Natural Alexandrite, Alexandrite Loose Gemstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
on the lookout for that big deal gem you can't miss. This amazing alexandrite stone is a wonderful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.22 in D 0.14 in L 0.28 in
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Natural Alexandrite, Loose Precious Gemstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
on the lookout for that big deal gem you can't miss. This amazing alexandrite stone is a wonderful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.2 in D 0.16 in L 0.27 in
GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Natural Alexandrite Cushion Shape, Loose Alexandrite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
style. Loose Alexandrite is a brilliant cut gemstone with good-color and clarity, which makes it a very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.31 in D 0.26 in L 0.34 in
AAAA+ 11.10 Carat Natural Tanzanite Pear Shape Loose Gemstone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Stone Dimensions-----------------------------------❤️
* Gemstone :- Natural Tanzanite
* Size
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
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W 0.41 in L 0.47 in
GIA Certified 3.99 Carat Natural Sri Lankan Alexandrite, Alexandrite Loose Gem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sri Lanka and is known as a Sri Lankan Alexandrite. It has a brilliant bluish green/ reddish purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
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W 0.36 in D 0.25 in L 0.35 in
GIA Certified 0.63 ct Mozambique Loose Paraiba Tourmaline, Blue-Green Tourmaline
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stone has been a preferred material in jewelry for centuries. A true gemstone of nature holds magical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Paraiba
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W 0.2 in D 0.13 in L 0.24 in
Neon Blue Loose Tourmaline 1.65 Carats Scissors Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
tourmaline stone
tourmaline birthstone
tourmaline jewellery
blue tourmaline
tourmaline gemstone
green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.21 in D 0.17 in L 0.33 in
3.0 Carat Lustrous Pomegranate Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight : 2.10 Carats
Dimensions : 8.2x6.3x4.3 Mm
Origin : Madagascar Africa
Category
2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rhodolite, Garnet
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H 0.34 in W 0.31 in D 0.22 in L 0.34 in
7.25 Carat Aquamarine Oval, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
make a spectacular ring or pendant. Brilliantly faceted with extraordinary life and sparkle! This has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
Electric London Blue Loose Topaz Gemstone 15.50 Carat Topaz Jewelry for Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Electric London Blue Loose Topaz Gemstone of 15.50 carats from Africa has a wonderful cut in a 12
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz
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W 0.47 in D 0.36 in L 0.63 in
18.80 Carat Red Zircon Cushion, Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, including brilliant reds! Weighing 18.80 carats, this is an uncommonly sizable gemstone. It has excellent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Zircon
1.17ct Round Brilliant Blue Sapphire from Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Sapphire
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.17 cts
Measurements: 6.05 x 6.01 x
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.32 Carat Pear-Shaped Loose Unset Tanzanite Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
depth of color that is generally only seen in much larger stones. Measuring 8.56 x 5.88 millimeters
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
4.54 Carat Aquamarine, Pear Shape, Loose Unset Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. It weighs 4.54 carats, is perfectly proportioned and such a brilliant gem! It would be stunning set
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
Located in רמת גן, IL
process is carried out to enhance the stone's clarity, ensuring it brilliantly showcases its intrinsic
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.10 Carat Natural Loose Certified Yellow Chrome Tourmaline Oval Shape Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Chrome Tourmaline
Weight: 3.10 Carat
Dimension: 9.8 x 8.4 x 5.7 Mm
Colour: Orangish Yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Materials
Chrome Tourmaline
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W 0.34 in D 0.23 in L 0.39 in
19.34 Carat Blue Zircon Cushion, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This brilliant, cushion cut gem checks all the boxes if you're looking for an unusually large, fine
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon
Natural Horsetail 1.21 Ct Russian Demantoid Loose Gemstone
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnets - Demantoid.
The stones from this region are famous for their vivid green hue, high dispersion
Category
2010s Russian Russian Empire Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Round Brilliant L SI2 Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NYC56294
Stone Shape: ROUND BRILLIANT
Diamond Weight: 1.00ct
Clarity: SI2
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond
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W 0.25 in D 0.16 in L 0.25 in
Gia Certified 1.46 Carat Pear Brilliant I I2 Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NY56228
Stone Shape: PEAR BRILLIANT
Diamond Weight: 1.46ct
Clarity: I2
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond
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W 0.39 in D 0.16 in L 0.26 in
2.00 Carat Blue Sapphire Oval Loose Unset Ring Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
crisp, medium blue color, this gemstone is nicely proportioned and bright, with both royal and brilliant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
33.40 Carat Bi-Color Tourmaline Oval, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally clean and brilliant oval facetted bi-colored tourmaline actually displays more
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
6.25 Carat Red Orange Zircon Pear, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rainbow of colors, including rich earth tones. Prized by colored stone dealers and collectors because of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Zircon
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Brilliant Loose Stone For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact brilliant loose stone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, rose gold and white gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 73 vintage editions and 1662 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect brilliant loose stone may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a brilliant loose stone has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Tsarina Jewels and Harakh are consistently popular. A brilliant loose stone can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 360, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and cushion cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a brilliant loose stone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Brilliant Loose Stone?
On average, a brilliant loose stone at 1stDibs sells for $1,329, while they’re typically $25 on the low end and $4,500,000 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.
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