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GIA Certified 0.25 Certified Light Pink SI1 Clarity Diamond
GIA Certified 0.25 Certified Light Pink SI1 Clarity Diamond

GIA Certified 0.25 Certified Light Pink SI1 Clarity Diamond

Located in บางรัก, TH

excellent value without sacrificing too much on visual appeal. Also, GIA Certified diamond refers to a

Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

X Paraiba GIA certified
X Paraiba GIA certified

X Paraiba GIA certified

Located in Stockholm, SE

Discovered in the Brazilian state , Paraíba, this gemstone delivers an electric shock of color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Paraiba

Certified faceted ruby, 0.46 cts
Certified faceted ruby, 0.46 cts

Certified faceted ruby, 0.46 cts

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified faceted ruby sku212 Weight: 0.46 cts Size: 4.90х4.02х2.50 mm GFCO laboratory certificate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Certified faceted ruby, 0.68 cts
Certified faceted ruby, 0.68 cts

Certified faceted ruby, 0.68 cts

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified faceted ruby sku209 Weight: 0.68 cts Size: 5.24х4.23х3.54 mm GFCO laboratory certificate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Certified faceted ruby, 0.54 cts
Certified faceted ruby, 0.54 cts

Certified faceted ruby, 0.54 cts

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified faceted ruby sku208 Weight: 0.54 cts Size: 5.22х4.21х3.07 mm Vivid saturated pink-red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Certified Faceted emerald, 0.57 cts
Certified Faceted emerald, 0.57 cts

Certified Faceted emerald, 0.57 cts

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified Faceted emerald sku213 Weight: 0.57 cts Size: 5.78 x 4.57 x 3.21 mm Color: VIVID green

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Certified Faceted emerald, 0.24 cts
Certified Faceted emerald, 0.24 cts

Certified Faceted emerald, 0.24 cts

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified Faceted emerald sku214 Weight: 0.24 cts Size: 3.83 x 3.62 x 2.76 mm Color: green 100

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Certified Faceted emerald, 0.26 cts
Certified Faceted emerald, 0.26 cts

Certified Faceted emerald, 0.26 cts

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified Faceted emerald sku215 Weight: 0.26 cts Size: 3.94 x 3.34 x 3.08 mm Color: VIVID green

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

16.26ct. Certified Fire Opal Cabochon
16.26ct. Certified Fire Opal Cabochon

16.26ct. Certified Fire Opal Cabochon

Located in Crescent City, IL

Beautiful 16.26ct. 22.98 x 14.06 x 10.53 mm. pear-shaped fire opal cabochon. Translucent body with vivid flashes of green, yellow, orange, pink and subtle blue. Smooth polished surfa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Fire Opal

1.17 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline
1.17 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline

1.17 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline sku694 Weight: 1.17 cts Size: 8.66x5.18x3.29 mm Origin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

4.28 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline
4.28 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline

4.28 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified faceted Paraiba tourmaline sku693 Weight: 4.28 cts Size: 10.93x8.74x6.63 mm Origin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

5.03CT HRD Certified Cushion
5.03CT HRD Certified Cushion

5.03CT HRD Certified Cushion

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by HRD. Shape: Cushion Weight: 5.03 CT Color: H Clarity: VVS2 Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: Nil Laser inscription ...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Rhodolite Garnet 4.86Ct natural gemstone, Oval cut, Tanzania, GFCO
Rhodolite Garnet 4.86Ct natural gemstone, Oval cut, Tanzania, GFCO

Rhodolite Garnet 4.86Ct natural gemstone, Oval cut, Tanzania, GFCO

By GRALJEWELRY

Located in Dublin, D

Natural Garnet Rhodolite gemstone Laboratory certified GFCO Gemstone Color: VIVID purplish Pink

Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

X Red Diamond GIA certified
X Red Diamond GIA certified

X Red Diamond GIA certified

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare red diamonds, considered the most elusive of all colored diamonds, are nature's ultimate treasure with profound investment value. Public records indicate there are only about 2...

Category

2010s Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

IGI Certified 0.61ct Round-Shaped Diamond
IGI Certified 0.61ct Round-Shaped Diamond

IGI Certified 0.61ct Round-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

IGI Certified 0.61ct Round-Shaped Diamond This 0.61ct round brilliant diamond represents the

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.74ct Marquise-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 1.74ct Marquise-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 1.74ct Marquise-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 1.74ct Marquise-Shaped Diamond This breathtaking 1.74ct marquise-cut diamond is a

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 0.70ct Round-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 0.70ct Round-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 0.70ct Round-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 0.70ct Round-Shaped Diamond Experience the pinnacle of diamond beauty with this 0.70

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.00ct Heart-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 1.00ct Heart-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 1.00ct Heart-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 1.00ct Heart-Shaped Diamond A symbol of pure love and refined taste, this 1.00ct

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.72ct Round-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 1.72ct Round-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 1.72ct Round-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 1.72ct Round-Shaped Diamond This stunning 1.72ct round brilliant diamond is a

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

IGI Certified 1.79ct Round-Shaped Diamond
IGI Certified 1.79ct Round-Shaped Diamond

IGI Certified 1.79ct Round-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

IGI Certified 1.79ct Round-Shaped Diamond Radiating brilliance and purity, this 1.79ct round

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

IGI Certified 10.40ct Cushion Cabochon Tourmaline
IGI Certified 10.40ct Cushion Cabochon Tourmaline

IGI Certified 10.40ct Cushion Cabochon Tourmaline

Located in רמת גן, IL

IGI Certified 10.40ct Cushion Cabochon Tourmaline Radiating charm and rarity, this 10.40ct cushion

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

GIA Certified 0.50ct Round-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 0.50ct Round-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 0.50ct Round-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 0.50ct Round-Shaped Diamond A dazzling choice for any fine jewelry setting, this

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 1.02ct Heart-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 1.02ct Heart-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 1.02ct Heart-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 1.02ct Heart-Shaped Diamond Celebrate love with this captivating 1.02ct heart-shaped

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 2.42ct Round-Shaped Diamond
GIA Certified 2.42ct Round-Shaped Diamond

GIA Certified 2.42ct Round-Shaped Diamond

Located in רמת גן, IL

GIA Certified 2.42ct Round-Shaped Diamond A stunning 2.42-carat round brilliant diamond that

Category

2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Natural Green Tsavorite Gemstone 1.83 carats with GIA Report
Natural Green Tsavorite Gemstone 1.83 carats with GIA Report

Natural Green Tsavorite Gemstone 1.83 carats with GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

the perfect addition to your collection of beautiful, GIA certified natural gemstones. The GIA is an

Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tsavorite

8.86 GAL Certified Oval Tanzanite
8.86 GAL Certified Oval Tanzanite

8.86 GAL Certified Oval Tanzanite

Located in Bethesda, MD

• Gemstone: Tanzanite • Weight: 8.86 Carats • Shape: Oval • Dimensions: 14.40 x 10.99 x 7.56mm

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

5.15 Carats Colombian Emerald GRS Certified
5.15 Carats Colombian Emerald GRS Certified

5.15 Carats Colombian Emerald GRS Certified

Located in Hong Kong, HK

unparalleled beauty and allure of one of the world's most sought-after gemstones. Expertly cut into a classic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.41 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba heart tourmaline
1.41 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba heart tourmaline

1.41 cts, Certified faceted Paraiba heart tourmaline

Located in บางรัก, TH

Certified faceted Paraiba heart tourmaline sku695 Weight: 1.41 cts Size: 7.80x6.57x4.51 mm Origin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Certified 1.30ct Oval Paraiba Tourmaline, 7.02x5.79x4.39 mm
Certified 1.30ct Oval Paraiba Tourmaline, 7.02x5.79x4.39 mm

Certified 1.30ct Oval Paraiba Tourmaline, 7.02x5.79x4.39 mm

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

brilliance and clean, lively light return. Certified by a respected gemological lab, this stone is ideal for

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

4.20 Carats Intense Red Malawi Garnet Gemstone from Malawi
4.20 Carats Intense Red Malawi Garnet Gemstone from Malawi

4.20 Carats Intense Red Malawi Garnet Gemstone from Malawi

Located in Bangkok, TH

quality, flawless 4.20 carats certified garnet gemstone from Malawi. Product Information: GEMSTONE TYPE

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire Gemstone 2.23 carats with GIA Report
Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire Gemstone 2.23 carats with GIA Report

Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire Gemstone 2.23 carats with GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

lively sparkle across every facet. Completely unheated and GIA certified, this gemstone offers both

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Sapphire

Beautiful 1.63 carats Pink Spinel (Swiss Certified)
Beautiful 1.63 carats Pink Spinel (Swiss Certified)

Beautiful 1.63 carats Pink Spinel (Swiss Certified)

Located in London, GB

saturation and a lively, glowing brilliance. Spinel is one of the great connoisseur's gemstones

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

HRD Certified 1.57ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond
HRD Certified 1.57ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond

HRD Certified 1.57ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

The HRD Certified 1.57ct Brilliant-Cut Diamond is a dazzling gemstone of exceptional quality and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Exceptional 1.63 carats Pink Spinel, Swiss Certified
Exceptional 1.63 carats Pink Spinel, Swiss Certified

Exceptional 1.63 carats Pink Spinel, Swiss Certified

Located in London, GB

saturation and a lively, glowing brilliance. Spinel is one of the great connoisseur's gemstones

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

HRD Certified 0.50ct Heart-Cut Diamond
HRD Certified 0.50ct Heart-Cut Diamond

HRD Certified 0.50ct Heart-Cut Diamond

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

The HRD Certified 0.50ct Heart-Cut Diamond is a breathtaking and romantic gemstone, perfect for

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

41.62 Carat Green Paraiba Tourmaline - AIG Certified
41.62 Carat Green Paraiba Tourmaline - AIG Certified

41.62 Carat Green Paraiba Tourmaline - AIG Certified

Located in Brisbane City, AU

made copper-bearing tourmalines among the most coveted coloured gemstones in the world. The stone

Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Paraiba

Exceptional 1.10 carats Unheated Ruby - Swiss Certified
Exceptional 1.10 carats Unheated Ruby - Swiss Certified

Exceptional 1.10 carats Unheated Ruby - Swiss Certified

Located in London, GB

Mozambique, one of the leading modern sources of fine quality sapphires. Certified by Gem Research Swisslab

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

0.21CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.21CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.21CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.21 CT Color: D Clarity: VS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscription...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.23 CT Color: D Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Very Good Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscriptio...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.16CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.16CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.16CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.16 CT Color: D Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscriptio...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.23 CT Color: D Clarity: SI1 Cut: Very Good Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscription...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.15CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.15CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.15CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.15 CT Color: D Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Very Good Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscriptio...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.24CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.24CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.24CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.24 CT Color: D Clarity: VS2 Cut: Very Good Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscription...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.17CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.17CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.17CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.17 CT Color: D Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Very Good Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscriptio...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.15CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.15CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.15CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.15 CT Color: D Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Very Good Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscriptio...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.23 CT Color: D Clarity: VS1 Cut: Very Good Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: Slight Laser inscripti...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.28CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.28CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.28CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.28 CT Color: D Clarity: VS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: Very Slight Laser insc...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.27CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.27CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.27CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.27 CT Color: D Clarity: SI2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscription...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.26CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.26CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.26CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.26 CT Color: D Clarity: VS2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Laser inscription...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.23CT Color: D Clarity: VS1 Cut: Very Good Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Inscription : IGI ...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant
0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

0.23CT IGI Certified Round Brilliant

Located in kOWLOON, HK

Natural Diamond graded by IGI. Shape: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.23CT Color: D Clarity: VS1 Cut: Very Good Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: None Inscription : IGI ...

Category

2010s Botswanan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

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Certified Gemstones For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of certified gemstones for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 3 vintage versions or 71 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of certified gemstones bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Merkaba, Tamir and FERRUCCI produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 48, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for oval cut certified gemstones and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and emerald cut alternatives. Most of our certified gemstones for sale are for women, but there are 29 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Certified Gemstones?

Prices for certified gemstones start at $353 and top out at $325,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $28,000.

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.