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1.25 Carat Loose Stone Emerald Heart Shape Brazil
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
Extremely nice color beautiful Emerald đź’š 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

Aquamarine Heart Shape Gem 8.39 Carat Loose Stone
Aquamarine Heart Shape Gem 8.39 Carat Loose Stone
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W 0.63 in D 0.31 in L 0.45 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

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

8.0 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Color Citrine Heart Shape Gemstone
8.0 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Color Citrine Heart Shape Gemstone
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H 0.49 in W 0.51 in D 0.38 in L 0.49 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

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

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

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

11.40 Carat AAA Quality Heart Shape Loose Ametrine Gemstone from Bolivia
11.40 Carat AAA Quality Heart Shape Loose Ametrine Gemstone from Bolivia
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H 0.62 in W 0.66 in D 0.37 in L 0.62 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

4.50 carats Fine Quality Loose Sphene Stone Heart Shaped Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Mix Step The 4.50 carat Sphene stone, elegantly fashioned into a heart shape, embodies the epitome
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Beryl

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

Heart Shaped Rhodolite Loose Garnet Stone 3.50 Carats Natural Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.50 carats Dimensions 8.5x9.1x5.8 mm Origin Malawi Treatment None Shape heart Clarity Eye
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

2.69 Carats Loose Chrome Tourmaline Heart Cut Stone Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
its enchanting beauty, boasting a substantial 2.69 carats of pure allure. Cut into a heart shape, this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline

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

0.79Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.79ct Loose Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Unveiling our
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

0.79Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
0.79Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
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W 0.2 in D 0.12 in L 0.37 in
0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.55ct Loose Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Unveiling our
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
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W 0.2 in D 0.1 in L 0.34 in
1.26Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.26ct Loose Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Unveiling our
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.26Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
1.26Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape
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W 0.23 in D 0.15 in L 0.4 in
AAA Natural Pink Morganite Trillion Shape 6.42 Ct Eye Clean Clarity Loose Stone
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 70011 Stone - Natural Pink Morganite Clarity - Eye Clean Grade - AAA Price - $ 2290 Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

Genuine 8.15 Carats Natural Loose Bicolor Loose Tourmaline Scissor Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 8.15 Carats Dimension: 14.7x8.6x7.2 Mm Origin: Paprok Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Pink Sapphire 1.45 carat Heart Shape Unheated Gemstone
Located in Makola, LK
stone weighs almost 1.45 carats. • Variety: Sapphire • Color(s): Pink • Shape/Cutting Style: Heart
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire

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

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

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

24.12 Carat Natural Blue Heart Shaped Topaz Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
to perfection in a gorgeous and unique heart shape. Topaz is popularly known as the "lover of gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz

24.12 Carat Natural Blue Heart Shaped Topaz Stone
24.12 Carat Natural Blue Heart Shaped Topaz Stone
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W 0.72 in D 0.43 in L 0.75 in
Heart Shaped Loose Tanzanite Set No Reviews 4.80 Carats '1.20 Carat Each'
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gems Loose Tanzanite Tanzanite Stone Tanzanite Ring Tanzanite Jewellery Tanzanite Heart Ring Heart
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
Located in רמת גן, IL
Title: Exquisite 1.58ct Loose Pear Shape Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Delight in the
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
1.58Ct Natural Loose Emerald Pear Shape 2 Pcs
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W 0.22 in D 0.14 in L 0.35 in
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

26.60 Carats Heart Shaped Loose Red Garnet Lot Madagascar's Gemstone (In Box)
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 26.60 carats Dim 6.1x5.8x3.7 mm Treatment None Clarity Clean Origin Madagascar Shape heart
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.85 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight: 1.85 Carats Dimension: 9.3x6.8x4.1 Mm Origin:Madagascar Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rhodolite, Garnet

1.85 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape
1.85 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape
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W 0.27 in D 0.17 in L 0.37 in
Heart-Shaped Russian Emerald Loose Gemstone 0.51 Carat
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
gemstone would make a custom-made jewelry design. Perfect for a Ring or Pendant. Shape - Heart-shaped
Category

2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

2.40 Carat Natural Loose Cushion Shape Pink Tourmaline Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : SI Shape: Cushion Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Tourmalines make up a huge
Category

Antique 17th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

4.60 Carat SI Clarity Loose Pink Tourmaline Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : SI Shape: Cushion Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.71ct Heart Shape Green Sapphire from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
4.22 mm Shape: Heart Shape Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Green Sapphire

1.71ct Heart Shape Green Sapphire from Tanzania
1.71ct Heart Shape Green Sapphire from Tanzania
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W 0.3 in D 0.17 in L 0.27 in
5.35 Carat Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline Cushion Shape Included Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 5.35 Carats Dimension: 10.5x9x7.2 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Stunning 3.15 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 3.15 Carats Dimension: 10.2x5.8x5.8 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.75 Carats Natural Loose Red Rubellite Tourmaline Oval Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 1.75 Carats Dimension: 10x6.6x3.5 Mm Origin: Africa Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline

Natural Peach Morganite Cushion Shape 21.77 Cts Loose Gemstone Morganite
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 60004 Stone : Natural Peach Morganite Shape - Cushion Quality - Eye clean Weight - 21.77
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

2.05 Carats Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.05 Carats Dimension: 9.3x5.3x4.5 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

16.83 Ct. Natural Peach Morganite Cushion Shape Loose Gemstone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 60008 Stone : Peach Morganite Shape - Cushion Quality - Eye clean Weight - 16.83 CT's
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

11.25 Carats Natural Peach Pink Loose Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 11.25 Carats Dimensions: 16.1x10.1x8.4 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Heart Shaped Blue Tanzanite Stone Pair 2.35 carats Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clean Shape Heart Cut Heart Introducing an exquisite pair of Heart Shaped Blue Tanzanite Stones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

2.15 Carat Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline from Afghanistan Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Emerald Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artist Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

0.93 Carats Tanzania Blue Spinel Heart Faceted Natural Cut Stone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Tanzania Blue Spinel Heart Faceted Natural Cut Stone for Jewelry Weight - 0.93 Ct Size - 6x3 mm
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

3.15 Carat Glamorous Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 3.15 Carats Dimension: 10.2 x 6.8 x 5.6 Mm Origin: Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite

2.50 Carat Incredible Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Oval Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 2.50 Carats Dimension: 8.2 x 7.1 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite

3.85 Carat Lovely Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Pear Shape Gem From Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 3.85 Carats Dimension: 11.3 x 10.1 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite

4.70 Carat Glamorous Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Oval Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Oval Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Rubellite tourmaline, often regarded as the "love stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite

Pretty Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Baguette Shape Gem For Ring 0.85 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 0.85 Carats Dimension: 8.3 x 4.2 x 3.1 Mm Origin: Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite

Emerald Shape Stunning 13.10 Carats SI Quality Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Lagoon Tourmaline Weight: 13.10 Carats Dimension: 14.4 x 11.1 x 8.9 Mm Origin: Afghanistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Pear Shape Vivid Yellow Zimmi Loose Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
. Available as loose stone or can be made into a bespoke piece of high jewellery such as a pendant, ring
Category

2010s Sierra Leonean Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Sparkling 6.0 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Trilliant Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 6.0 Carats Dimension: 11.3x11.3x7.9 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

7.02 Carat AAA Natural Pink Morganite Oval Shape Loose Gemstone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 50015 Stone : Natural Pink Morganite Shape : Oval Clarity - Eye clean Grade - AAA Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

Included 3.80 Carat Natural Loose Rubelitte Tourmaline Ring Gem Oval Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
is an ultimate heart chakra stone. Helping your emotional well being and spirituality can open your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline

Gorgeous Rich Color Loose Included Rubellite Tourmaline 5.50 Carat Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
rarity. Rubellite is an ultimate heart chakra stone. Helping your emotional well being and spirituality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline

6.10 Carats Natural Pink Bicolor Loose Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 6.10 Carats Dimension: 11.7x10.1x6.9 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Stunning 2.10 Carat Natural Loose Mint Green Afghan Tourmaline Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Cushion Color: Green Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

4.40 Carat Baguette Shape Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline From Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Afghanistan Clarity : SI Shape: Baguette Color: Mintgreen Certificate: On Demand Basically, mint tourmalines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Gorgeous 12.40 Carats Loose Natural Imperial Topaz Cushion Shape from Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Cushion Color; Peach Imperial Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Imperial Topaz encourages
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Imperial Topaz

Gorgeous 12.40 Carats Loose Natural Imperial Topaz Cushion Shape from Pakistan
Gorgeous 12.40 Carats Loose Natural Imperial Topaz Cushion Shape from Pakistan
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H 0.57 in W 0.45 in D 0.37 in L 0.57 in
3.59 Carats Mozambique Ruby Top Quality Heart Cut stone No Heat Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Carats Size: 2 to 3.5 MM Pieces: 31 Shape: Faceted heart cut stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

8.00 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst Rectangular Emerald Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Amethyst Weight: 8.00 Carats Dimension: 17.2 x 8.8 x 7.1 Mm Colour: Green Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

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Heart Shape Stone Loose For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact heart shape stone loose you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and 15k gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 6 vintage or 79 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a heart shape stone loose may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th 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 shape stone loose over the years, but those made by TJD, ALPENGEM and Sarosi By Timeless Gems are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A heart shape stone loose can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 38 tourmaline versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a cushion cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also emerald cut cut and heart cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our heart shape stone loose for sale are for women, but there are 83 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Heart Shape Stone Loose?

Prices for a heart shape stone loose can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $50 and can go as high as $79,385, while this accessory, on average, fetches $418.

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.