$660Sale Price|25% Off
Certified 1.12 Carat Natural Loose Purple Spinel Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Tanzania Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion Spinels is a captivating gemstone
Spinel, Other
$595Sale Price|30% Off
Certified 1.05 Carat Natural Loose Blue Spinel Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion Spinels is a captivating gemstone prized for
Spinel, Other
$700Sale Price|30% Off
Certified 1.29 Carat Natural Loose Red Spinel Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstone prized for its brilliant colors and exceptional clarity. Found in a spectrum of hues, including
Spinel, Other
GFCO Certified 1.44 Carats Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
(Burma) Treatment: None Certificate: GFCO Certificate Available Spinel is a captivating gemstone prized
Spinel, Other
Certified 2.10 Carat Natural Loose Lavender Spinel Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Tanzania Treatment: None Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Spinel is a captivating gemstone prized
Spinel, Other
Certified 1.29 Carat Natural Loose Red Spinel Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Treatment: None Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Spinel is a captivating gemstone prized for its
Spinel, Other
GFCO Certified Natural 4.02Ct Violet Spinel gemstone, Cushion cut, Tanzania
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Spinel gemstone Laboratory certified GFCO Gemstone Color: Violet Gemstone Type: Spinel
Spinel
AIG Certified 2.16 Carat Natural Loose Spinel Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
captivating gemstone prized for its brilliant colors and exceptional clarity. Found in a spectrum of hues
Spinel
GFCO Certified Natural 1.78Ct Grey Spinel gemstone, Heart cut, Tanzania
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Spinel gemstone Laboratory certified GFCO Gemstone Color: Grey Gemstone Type: Spinel
Spinel
Certified 1.64 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Marquise Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, captivates with its rich history, stunning color
Blue Sapphire, Other
Certified 1.02 Carat Natural Loose Ruby Gemstone From Myanmar (Burma)
Located in Peshawar, PK
and unparalleled quality, making them some of the most coveted gemstones in the world Burma ruby
Ruby, Other
GFCO Certified 1.51 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, captivates with its rich history, stunning
Sapphire, Other
Certified 2.14 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Gemstone From Madagascar, Africa
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, captivates with its rich history, stunning
Sapphire, Other
Certified 4.41 Carat Natural Loose Tsavorite Garnet Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
green gemstone known for its vivid brilliance and exceptional clarity. A member of the grossular garnet
Garnet, Tsavorite, Other
GFCO Certified 0.69 Carat Natural Loose Ruby Gemstone From Mozambique
Located in Peshawar, PK
most sought-after gemstones in today’s market because they combine intense red color, strong clarity
Ruby, Other
$510Sale Price|40% Off
Untreated Certified 1.68 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, captivates with its rich history, stunning color
Sapphire, Other
GCI Certified 1.36 Carat Natural Ruby Octagon Shape Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Natural Certificate: GCI Lab Certificate Available Shape : Octagon A loose ruby gemstone is an
Ruby
Unheated Certified 3.19 Carat Natural Loose Tri Colour Sapphire Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sapphire, a gemstone of legendary beauty and enduring allure, captivates with its rich history, stunning
Sapphire, Other
Certified Velvet Pink 3.17 Carat Natural Loose Mahenge Spinel Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
palette, Mahenge Spinel is considered one of the finest varieties of this gemstone. Mahenge Spinel is the
Spinel, Other
Unheated Certified 3.29 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Gemstone From Madagascar
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Oval Colour: Bluish Green Treatment: Non Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Sapphire, a gemstone
Sapphire, Other
Certified Vibrant Pink 1.62 Carat Natural Loose Mahenge Spinel Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
color palette, Mahenge Spinel is considered one of the finest varieties of this gemstone. Mahenge
Spinel
Unheated Certified 2.15 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Gemstone From Madagascar
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Oval Colour: Parti Colour Treatment: Non Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Sapphire, a gemstone
Sapphire, Other
AIG Certified 2.73 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Oval Colour: Greenish Blue Treatment: Non Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Sapphire, a gemstone
Sapphire, Other
Natural Oval Cut Sandawana Emerald Certified 2.45Cts Emerald Loose Gemstone.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Oval Cut Sandawana Emerald Certified 2.45Cts Emerald Loose Gemstone. Size
Emerald
GIA Certified "Royal Blue" Sapphire 6.09 Ct Cushion Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
quality sapphires. Certified by GIA, this stone displays the highly sought-after Royal Blue hue — a deep
Blue Sapphire
GIA Certified Deep Blue Sapphire 4.01 Ct Cushion Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
certified by GIA and is confirmed to be heat-treated only, with no indications of further enhancements
Blue Sapphire
GFCO Certified 7.19 Carat Natural Rhodolite Garnet Loose Tanzanian’s Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstone celebrated for its enchanting reddish-purple hues, occupies a special place in the realm of
Garnet, Rhodolite
GIA Certified 1.18 Carat Trillion Cut Tanzanian Red Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
A GIA‑certified 1.18‑carat Tanzanian red spinel, cut into a striking trillion shape, is a highly
Spinel
GIA Certified 1.37 Carat Trillion Cut Tanzanian Red Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
A GIA‑certified 1.37‑carat Tanzanian red spinel, cut into a striking trillion shape, is a highly
Spinel
GFCO Certified Natural 3.77 Ct. Blue Spinel gemstone, Cushion , Origin Tanzania
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Spinel Loose gemstone Laboratory certified GFCO Gemstone Color: Blue Gemstone Type: Spinel
Spinel
Certified 0.75 Carat Natural Loose Pink Sapphire Step Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
a timeless gemstone prized for its delicate blush tones and exceptional brilliance. Belonging to the
Pink Sapphire
9.42 Carat Chrysoberyl Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone GIA Certified Unheated
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, the gemstone displays exceptional brilliance, strong presence, and
Chrysoberyl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,742Sale Price|30% Off
GIA Certified 67.75 Carat Natural Quartz Citrine Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This GIA certified 67.75 Carat Natural Quartz Citrine Oval loose gemstone has modified brilliant
Citrine, Quartz
Certified 3.85 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 3.85 Carats Dimension: 9.18 x 8.94 x 5.80 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Cushion Color; Orangy Pink Treatment: Non Certificate: C...
Imperial Topaz, Other
Certified 15.82 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 15.82 Carats Dimension: 21.11 x 10.66 x 7.11 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color; Imperial Golden Treatment: Non Certifica...
Imperial Topaz, Other
Certified Neon Bluish Green Paraiba Tourmaline 3.91Ct Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Neon Bluish Green Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Elongated Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone from Mozambique
Tourmaline, Paraiba
$47,582Sale Price|30% Off
GIA Certified 10Ct Vivid Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut 13.8x9.2mm: Loose Gemstone
Located in Columbus, OH
GIA-certified 10 Ct vivid blue sapphire in a cushion cut, measuring 13.85 × 9.25 x 7.64 mm. A
Sapphire
GIA-Certified 3.99 Carat Andradite Garnet Demantoid Color Change Loose Gemstone
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional GIA-certified 3.99 carat oval Andradite Garnet, identified as a rare Demantoid
Garnet
GFCO Certified 2.90Ct Natural Aquamarine gemstone, Oval Fancy cut, Madagascar
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Aquamarine gemstone Certificate GFCO Gemstone Color: Blue Gemstone Type: Aquamarine
Aquamarine
GIA Certified 25.04 Carat Natural Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Loose Gemstone
Located in Stamford, CT
25.04ct GIA certified Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye. Well polished, with a strong eye. It's no common for a
Chrysoberyl
$662Sale Price|30% Off
Certified Reddish Pink Natural Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut 4.69 Carat Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Certified Reddish Pink Natural Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone – Almandine Pyrope
Garnet, Rhodolite
$1,397Sale Price|30% Off
Certified 2.06 Carat Pastel Pink Natural Sapphire Pear Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Certified Pastel Pink Natural Sapphire Pear Cut Loose Gemstone – Unheated, Top Quality, Jewelry
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire
$3,497Sale Price|30% Off
Certified 3.07 Carat Pinkish Purple Natural Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Certified Pinkish Purple Natural Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gemstone – Unheated, Top Quality, Jewelry
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
$1,237Sale Price|30% Off
Certified Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Cushion Cut 5.76 Carat Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bluish Green Certified Natural Tourmaline Square Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone – Faceted Earth-Mined
Tourmaline
AIG Certified Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone: 88.49 Carat Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity : Clean Treatment : Heat Origin : Brazil Hardness : 8 This stunning **London Blue Topaz gemstone
Topaz
AIG Certified Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone: 69.24 Carat Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity : Clean Treatment : Heat Origin : Brazil Hardness : 8 This elegant **London Blue Topaz gemstone
Topaz
AIG Certified Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone: 79.70 Carat Trillion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity : Clean Treatment : Heat Origin : Brazil Hardness : 8 This striking **London Blue Topaz gemstone
Topaz
AIG Certified Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone: 74.85 Carat Octagon Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Clarity : Clean Treatment : Heat Origin : Brazil Hardness : 8 This striking **London Blue Topaz gemstone
Topaz
AIG Certified Natural London Blue Topaz Gemstone: 169.29 Carat Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
stunning **London Blue Topaz gemstone** is admired for its deep, rich blue color and exceptional brilliance
Topaz
3.95 Ct Certified UNHEATED COLOR CHANGE Sapphire Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
available as a loose gemstone & matching your gem with our ready selection of beautiful ring styles in
Green Sapphire
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Certified 29.9 carats Swat Emerald Sliced Pair Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
example of natural gemstones originating from the renowned Swat Valley in Pakistan, famous for its high
Emerald
Certified Natural Faceted 12.07 Carat Spessartine Garnet Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
spessartine, is a captivating gemstone prized for its vibrant orange to reddish-orange hues and remarkable
Mandarin Garnet
Certified Natural Burmese Oval Cut Ruby Loose Gemstone for Rings
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Rings Color : Deep Red Transparency
Ruby
$624Sale Price|20% Off
4.37 Carat Certified Natural Loose Spessartite Garnet Pear Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear This stunning 4.37 Carat Certified Natural Loose Spessartite Garnet features a vivid orange
Garnet
Certified 2.56 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gemstone From Panjshir, Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
limited accessibility, mining and transporting these gemstones to international markets can be risky and
Emerald
Certified Natural Burmese Oval Cushion Ruby Loose Gemstone for Rings
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Rings Color : Vivid
Ruby
AIG Certified 1.07 Carat Natural Loose Paraiba Tourmaline Heart Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Paraiba tourmaline is one of the most coveted gemstones in the world, admired for its vivid neon colors
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Other
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.