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Fine 1.90ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 1.90ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 7.8x6.7mm
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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H 0.19 in W 0.31 in D 0.27 in
Fine Green Colour Australian Sapphire 1.20ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Green Colour Australian Sapphire 1.20ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 7.2x5.5mm
Natural Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.22 in W 0.29 in D 0.15 in
Fine1.13ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 6.2x5.7mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine1.13ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 6.2x5.7mm
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.23 in W 0.25 in
GRA Certified 1.17ct Blue Sapphire Untreated Heart Cut Loose Rare Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
GRA Certified 1.17ct Blue Sapphire Untreated Heart Cut Loose Rare Gem 7.1x6mm
GRA Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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H 0.24 in W 0.28 in
Fine 2.70ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.70ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 8.4x7.6mm VS
Fine Natural Rhodolite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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H 0.21 in W 0.34 in D 0.3 in
Fine 1.88ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 7.8x6.5mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 1.88ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 7.8x6.5mm
Fine Natural Rhodolite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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H 0.26 in W 0.31 in D 0.21 in
Fine 3.08ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Heart Cut Loose Rare Gemstone
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 3.08ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Heart Cut Loose Rare Gemstone 9.2x8mm
Natural Deep Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire
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H 0.32 in W 0.37 in
2.33 Carat Deep Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem IF
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.33ct Deep Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 8.4x7.4mm IF
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.19 in W 0.34 in D 0.3 in
Fine 3.13 Carat Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 3.13ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 9x8mm VVS
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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H 0.21 in W 0.36 in D 0.32 in
Fine Vivid Green Colour Sapphire 0.79ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 6x4.8mm VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vivid Green Colour Sapphire 0.79ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 6x4.8mm VVS
Natural Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.19 in W 0.24 in D 0.15 in
Untreated Natural Sapphire 1.16ct Fine Green Blue Teal Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Untreated Natural Sapphire 1.16ct Fine Green Blue Teal Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
Natural Untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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H 0.23 in W 0.25 in D 0.18 in
Natural 1.16Ct Deep Red Ruby Heart Cut Loose Rare Gemstone 6.5x6mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.16Ct Deep Red Ruby Heart Cut Loose Rare Gemstone 6.5x6mm
Fine Natural Deep Red Heart Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
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H 0.24 in W 0.26 in D 0.15 in
Loose Sapphire, Heart Cut 1.65 Carat Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Weight: 1.65ct
Treatment: Heating
Cut: Heart
Color: Blue
Dimensions (mm): 7.67 x 8.03 x 3.68
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
1.18ct Fine Deep Purple Sapphire Heart Cut Rare Loose Cut Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.18ct Fine Deep Purple Sapphire Heart Cut Rare Loose Cut Gem 6.8x5.3mm
Natural Deep Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
Fine Deep Blue Australian Sapphire 2.31ct Heart Cut Rare Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
excellent clarity, a very clean stone. Also has an excellent heart cut and ideal polish to show great shine
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Silvery Gray Burmese Spinel 2.60 carats Heart Cut Natural Loose Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Included)
Origin Burma
Shape Heart
Cut Heart
Discover the enchanting allure of this Silvery Gray
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
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W 0.39 in D 0.17 in L 0.35 in
10.20 Carat Natural Emerald Heart Cabochon Sugarloaf Unique Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
DETAILS
Emerald Weight: 10.20 CT
Measurements: 15.2 x 12.2 x 9 mm
Shape: Heart Cabochon
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.01 Carat Loose F / VVS2 Heart Shaped Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Diamond General Info
Diamond Cut: Heart Brilliant
Measurements: 6.86 x 6.32 - 3.52 mm
GIA
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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W 0.28 in D 0.14 in L 0.25 in
2.69 Carats Loose Chrome Tourmaline Heart Cut Stone Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Heart
Cut Heart
The exquisite Chrome Tourmaline is a natural African gemstone that captivates with
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
Fine Deep Green Colour Sapphire 1.26ct Heart Cut Rare Loose Gemstone 6.7x6.6mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Deep Green Colour Sapphire 1.26ct Heart Cut Rare Loose Gemstone 6.7x6.6mm
Natural Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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H 0.26 in W 0.27 in
Huge Loose GIA certified heart brilliant diamond 4.57ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cut: Heart Brilliant
Carat: 4.57ct
Clarity: SI1
Item: T42000
Certificate of authenticity comes with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Loose Diamond - Heart .63ct GIA K I1 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat: .63ct
Cut: Heart
Color: K
Clarity: I1
Certified by: GIA
Report Number: 5222931626
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1.25 Carat Loose Stone Emerald Heart Shape Brazil
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
Extremely nice color beautiful Emerald
💚 Heart shape.
Origin BRAZIL
Minor oil enhancement
Category
2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Aquamarine Heart Shape Gem 8.39 Carat Loose Stone
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
Loose aquamarine in heart shape, mixed cut.
The aquamarine weights is 8.39 carats. Origin Brazil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
GIA certified fancy light pink heart diamond loose 1.03ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural Color Diamond:
Color: Fancy Light Pink
Cut: Heart Brilliant
Carat: 1.03ct
Clarity: I1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond
Royal Blue Sapphire 1.58 Ct Heart Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
W x D (mm): 7.35 x 6.55 x 4.46
Cut: Heart Mixed Cut
Clarity: Eye Clean
Treatment: Heated Certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 in
1.00 Carat Loose G / VS2 Heart Shaped Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1.00 Carat Loose G / VS2 Heart Shaped Diamond GIA Certified
Diamond General Info
GIA Report Number
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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W 0.27 in D 0.12 in L 0.3 in
Vivid Pink Sapphire 2.58 Ct Heart Natural Ceylon, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
W x D (mm): 8.78 x 7.73 x 5.10
Cut: Heart Mixed Cut
Clarity: Eye Clean
Treatment: Certified Heated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.31 in D 0.21 in L 0.35 in
2.00 Carat Heart Shaped Ruby, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This heart-shaped ruby weighs exactly 2.00 carats and has beautifully rich, saturated color! It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
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W 0.35 in D 0.12 in L 0.37 in
Opal Stone 17.23 Carat Heart Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 17.23 Carat Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone very special
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
14.07 Carats Heart Shaped Red Loose Garnet Stone Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
clean
Shape heart
Cut heart
The 14.07 carats Heart Shaped Red Garnet is a mesmerizing natural
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
6.00 Carats Heart Shaped Loose Pinkish Red Garnet Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape heart
Cut heart
The 6.00 carats Heart Shaped Red Garnet from Madagascar is a stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.45 in D 0.28 in L 0.42 in
19.24 Carat AAA Natural Pink Morganite Heart Shape Loose Gemstone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 50015
Stone : Natural pink morganite
Shape : Heart
Clarity - Eye clean
Grade - AAA
Weight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones
Materials
Morganite
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H 0.46 in W 0.71 in L 0.69 in
5.15 carats Fine Quality Loose Sphene Stone Heart Shaped Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape heart
Cut Heart
The 5.15-carat Sphene stone, elegantly fashioned into a heart shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl
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W 0.42 in D 0.26 in L 0.46 in
4.50 carats Fine Quality Loose Sphene Stone Heart Shaped Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.50 carats
Dim 11.4x10.2x6 mm
Clarity VVS
Origin Madagascar
Treatment None
Shape heart
Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl
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W 0.41 in D 0.24 in L 0.45 in
8.0 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Color Citrine Heart Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Brazil
Color: Yellow Imperial
Shape: Heart
Certificate: On Demand
Month: November
.
The Many Healing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
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H 0.49 in W 0.51 in D 0.38 in L 0.49 in
Heart Shaped Rhodolite Loose Garnet Stone 3.50 Carats Natural Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clean
Cut Mix Step cut
Behold the captivating allure of a 3.50-carat Heart Shaped Rhodolite Loose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.36 in D 0.23 in L 0.34 in
Heart Shaped Loose Tanzanite Set No Reviews 4.80 Carats '1.20 Carat Each'
Located in Bangkok, TH
CLARITY Eye Clean
CUT Faceted Heart
SHAPE Heart
ORIGIN Tanzania
TREATMENT Heated
CERTIFICATE Available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
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W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.27 in
Captivating 1 carat Heart Cut Brilliant Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural cut Heart diamond in a 1 carat G VVS1 cut. This diamond comes with GIA Certificate and
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Small 1.05 Carats Natural Loose Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garneg
Weight: 1.05 Carats
Dimension: 6.4x6.9x3.6 Mm
Origin: Tanzania
Shape
Category
2010s Tanzanian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.28 in D 0.15 in L 0.26 in
Sparkling 1 Carat Heart Brilliant Cut Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning diamond features a 1 carat heart brilliant cut diamond with a D color, IF clarity
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified Heart 1.00 Total Carat Weight Natural Loose Yellow & Pink Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
Shape and Cut: Heart Modified Brilliant
Carat Weight: 0.50 Carat
Clarity: VS1
Measurements
Category
2010s Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond
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W 0.2 in D 0.11 in L 0.19 in
26.60 Carats Heart Shaped Loose Red Garnet Lot Madagascar's Gemstone (In Box)
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut heart step cut
The 14.07 carats Heart Shaped Red Garnet is a mesmerizing natural Tanzanian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.23 in D 0.15 in L 0.25 in
17.70 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Heart Shape Gem For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
& Yellow
Shape: Heart
Treatment: Non
Certficate: On Demand
.
Ametrine is a unique and captivating gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Other
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W 0.73 in D 0.45 in L 0.71 in
10.70 Carat Adorable Loose Blue Topaz Heart Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Topaz
Weight: 10.70 Carats
Dimension: 12.4 x 13.7 x 9.5 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Colour: Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Topaz
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W 0.54 in D 0.38 in L 0.49 in
11.40 Carat AAA Quality Heart Shape Loose Ametrine Gemstone from Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
& Yellow
Clarity: Loupe Clean
Certificate: On Demand
Shape: Heart
For those born in the month of February
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine
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H 0.62 in W 0.66 in D 0.37 in L 0.62 in
0.58 Carat Light Pink Heart Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
jewelry. It is characterized by its distinctive silhouette, which resembles a symmetrical heart. The cut
Category
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
5.90 Carat Sublime Quality Natural Loose Sphene Titanite Fire Effect Heart Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene
Weight: 5.90 Carats
Dimension: 10.2 x 11.4 x 7.5 Mm
Origin: Warsak Pakistan
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Other
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W 0.45 in D 0.3 in L 0.4 in
1.01 Carat Heart cut diamond SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
***100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND***
✪ Diamond Details ✪
➛ Shape: Heart
➛ Colour Grade: W-X
Category
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
1pc Gliterring 1.01 Heart Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning heart brilliant cut diamond is a rare and valuable gem. It is perfectly cut and
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
HRD Certified 0.50ct Heart-Cut Diamond Valentine's Day
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
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
1.80 Carat Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstone Heart Shape from Afghan Mines
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan
Clarity : Eye Clean
Shape: Heart
Color: Mint Green
Certificate: On Demand
Basically, mint
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Captivating 2.04ct Ideal Cut Heart-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 2.04ct Ideal Cut Heart-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Discover a stunning 2.04-carat
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Captivating 0.79ct Ideal Cut Heart Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 0.79ct Ideal Cut Heart Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Celebrate love with this
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Captivating 0.90ct Ideal Cut Heart-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating 0.90ct Ideal Cut Heart-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
This stunning diamond boasts a
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Lovely 3.01ct Ideal Cut Heart-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lovely 3.01ct Ideal Cut Heart-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
This magnificent 3.01-carat heart
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
Adorable 5.25 Carats Natural Loose Heart Shape Dark Purple Amethyst Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst
Weight: 5.25 Carats
Dimension: 11.7 x 12.1 x 7.6 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Treatment: Non
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.48 in D 0.3 in L 0.47 in
IGL Certified 1.00ct Heart Cut Thai Ruby, 6.00x5.37x3.22 mm
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
space for intricate and creative jewelry designs.
Purplish-red color heart cut Thai ruby with IGL lab
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
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H 0.22 in W 0.24 in D 0.13 in
0.84 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart Cut Diamond VS1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
diamonds, it can vary in size, color, clarity, and cut quality. Heart-shaped diamonds symbolize love and
Category
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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H 0.16 in W 0.25 in L 0.23 in
1.00-CARAT, FANCY YELLOW, HEART CUT DIAMOND VS2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND*
✪ Diamond Details ✪
➛ Shape: Heart
➛ Colour Grade: Fancy
Category
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
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H 0.14 in W 0.23 in L 0.28 in
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Heart Cut Loose For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate heart cut loose for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find a 1 antique edition and 41 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a heart cut loose may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic heart cut loose over the years, but those made by Gems and Jewels UK, TJD and ALPENGEM are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A heart cut loose of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring sapphire, from our inventory of 24, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a heart cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a heart cut loose for sale for women should be easy, but there are 37 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Heart Cut Loose?
The price for a heart cut loose starts at $62 and tops out at $95,000 with these more-jewelry-watches, on average, selling for $250.
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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