Emerald Cut Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Gemstone for Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Faceted Tourmaline Weight 1.10 carats Dimension 6.3 x 5.0 x 4.2 mm Origin Kunar, Afghanistan Color Lagoon Blue Treatment None Shape and Cut Emerald Transpare...
Tourmaline
$1,040Sale Price|76% Off
1.77Ct Natural Afghanistan Tourmaline Special Lagoon and Tiffany Colors
Located in bangkok, TH
TMA65 1.77Ct Natural Afghanistan Tourmaline Special Lagoon and Tiffany Colors Fluorescent Gemstone GEM DESCRIPTION Species: Natural Tourmaline Variety: Natural Tourmaline Weigh...
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1.65 Carats Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Gemstone for Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
This lagoon blue tourmaline captures that exact fleeting moment—where calm meets depth, and light meets color.
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Mint Green, Forest Green & Lagoon Green Tourmaline Gemstones Jewellery Size
Located in Peshawar, PK
Description This remarkable batch of natural Afghan Tourmalines showcases a beautiful spectrum of green hues, ranging from vivid mint green and fresh spring green to rich forest gre...
Tourmaline
$520Sale Price|20% Off
2.7 Carats Lagoon Green Tourmaline Gemstone Emerald Cut for Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details • Gemstone: Natural Tourmaline • Weight 2.70 carats • Dimension 9.2*7.8*4.9 mm • Color: Lagoon Blue with Lime Green • Cut: Emerald • O...
Tourmaline
8.60 Carats Natural Loose Mint Tourmaline With Lagoon Hoe
Located in Brisbane, AU
The 8.60 carats Mint Tourmaline with lagoon hue is a truly mesmerizing gemstone, combining the fresh pastel green of mint with a delicate splash of lagoon blue.
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Lagoon Color Natural Emerald Cut Tourmaline Gemstone for Jewellery 7mm
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Faceted Tourmaline Weight 1.10 carats Dimension 7.2*5.5*4.0 mm Origin Afghanistan Treatment None Shape and Cut Emerald Transparency Transparent Clarity Eye ...
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Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Gemstone: Natural October Birthstone, Afghanistan 4.67 CT
Located in Peshawar, PK
Weight : 4.67 Carat Dimensions : 11.640 * 8.180 * 6.400 mm Shape : Cushion Cut Clarity : VVS Clean Color : Lagoon Treatment : Natural Origin : Afghanistan Hardness : 7.5-8 Family : E...
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6 Cts Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Gemstone for Ring Jewellery 13 mm
Located in Peshawar, PK
Description: This exceptional natural Blue Tourmaline displays a captivating lagoon blue color with vivid tropical ocean hues and subtle teal undertones.
Tourmaline
$680Sale Price|20% Off
5.25 carats Lagoon Green Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.25 carat Dimensions 10.7x8.1x7.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Included Shape Cushion Cut Fancy Cushion NA The 5.25 carat Lagoon Green Tourmaline stone, meticulou...
Tourmaline
$960Sale Price|20% Off
2.07 Carats Natural Lagoon-Green Loose Tourmaline Long Cushion Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.07 Carats Dimension: 8.4 x 5.5 x 5.3 Mm Clarity: Loupe Clean Shape: Cushion Colour: Lagoon-Green Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None Certificate: On Dem...
Tourmaline
3.6 Carats Baguette Cut Lagoon Green Tourmaline for Ring, Pendant Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Lagoon Green Tourmaline Weight 3.65 cts Dimension 14.6*6.5*4.5 mm Origin Kunar Afghanistan Treatment None Transparency Transparent Clarity VVS SKU-TBP60K Lab r...
Tourmaline
$260Sale Price|20% Off
1.38 carats Lagoon Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.38 carats Dimensions 8.4x5.1x3.8 mm Treatment none Origin Afghanistan Clarity VVS Shape octagon Cut emerald The 1.38 carat Lagoon Mint Green Tourmaline stone, meticul...
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2.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.05 carat Dimensions 7.5x6.4x5.5 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This stunning 2.05-carat natural Lagoon Blue Tourmaline from Afghanis...
Tourmaline
$320Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Shade Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Lagoon Shade Tourmaline Weight: 1.65 Carat Dimension: 7.9 x 5.8 x 4.5 Mm Colour: Lagoon Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion Tourmaline is a capt...
Tourmaline
$600Sale Price|20% Off
2.30 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline With Lagoon Shade Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Tourmaline With Lagoon Shade Weight: 2.30 Carat Dimension: 7.6 x 7.5 x 5.5 Mm Colour: Green With Lagoon Shade Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: C...
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6.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.70 carat Dimensions 10.9x10.1x8.1mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This magnificent 6.70-carat natural lagoon blue tourmaline captivates w...
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2.35 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.35 carat Dimensions 7.6x7.0x5.9mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 2.35 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline features a beautif...
Tourmaline
1.80 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Whether for a collector or jewelry designer, this lagoon-blue tourmaline offers a striking combination of natural beauty, rarity, and timeless elegance.
Tourmaline
$464Sale Price|20% Off
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Known for its durability, rarity, and captivating hues, lagoon blue tourmaline continues to gain recognition as a premium gemstone.
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5.55 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sourced from Afghanistan, a renowned origin for fine-quality tourmaline, this piece exhibits excellent clarity, allowing its rich lagoon hue to shine with exceptional purity.
Tourmaline
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
5.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Highly sought after by collectors and artisans, this 5.70 carat lagoon blue tourmaline stands out for its natural beauty, rarity, and masterful craftsmanship.
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2.45 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sourced from Afghanistan, a region celebrated for producing fine-quality tourmalines, this stone offers impressive clarity and a beautifully saturated lagoon hue that stands out in a...
Tourmaline
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
2.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.70 carat Dimensions 8.6x8.1x5.2mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 2.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Mint Green Tourmaline displa...
Tourmaline
$560Sale Price|20% Off
2.50 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.50 carat Dimensions 8.0x6.9x5.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghanistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This 2.50 carat Natural Lagoon Blue Tourmaline displays a captivatin...
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4.00 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.00 carat Dimensions 10.5x8.0x6.5mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This 4.00 carat Natural Lagoon Blue Tourmaline displays a captivating blen...
Tourmaline
$440Sale Price|20% Off
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Known for symbolizing balance, harmony, and creativity, lagoon blue tourmaline is a sought-after choice for collectors and jewelry enthusiasts.
Tourmaline
$16,960Sale Price|20% Off
17.60 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Belonging to the Elbaite variety, Lagoon Green Tourmaline symbolizes balance, renewal, and vitality, harmonizing both heart and mind.
Tourmaline
$336Sale Price|20% Off
1.10 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.10 carat Dimensions 6.0x5.9x4.6mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 1.10 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline from Afghanistan ...
Tourmaline
$496Sale Price|20% Off
2.70 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.70 carat Dimensions 8.6x6.5x5.5 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 2.70 carat Natural Lagoon Green Tourmaline from Afghanistan showca...
Tourmaline
$280Sale Price|20% Off
1.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.05 carat Dimensions 7.0x5.3x3.9mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 1.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline is a vibran...
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4.61 Carat Cushion Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Earrings Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These diamonds add soft brilliance and dimension without overpowering the Lagoon Blue Tourmalines, allowing the rare blue color to remain the focus.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Platinum
$576Sale Price|20% Off
2.00 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite Afghan lagoon blue tourmaline combines rarity, sophistication, and lasting value an exceptional gemstone for designers, collectors, and enthusiasts seeking a truly uni...
Tourmaline
$176Sale Price|20% Off
0.95 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ideal for collectors and jewelry enthusiasts, this lagoon blue tourmaline stands out for its rarity, elegance, and exceptional visual appeal.
Tourmaline
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
6.10 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant, vibrant, and naturally unique, this lagoon blue tourmaline is a remarkable collectible gem, perfect for those who appreciate high-quality stones with striking color and time...
Tourmaline
$288Sale Price|20% Off
0.95 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Experience the captivating beauty of this Lagoon Green Tourmaline, a rare and timeless treasure that reflects both nature’s artistry and exquisite craftsmanship.
Tourmaline
$768Sale Price|20% Off
5.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.05 carat Dimensions 12.9x7.9x6.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald Introducing a stunning 5.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tour...
Tourmaline
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
3.75 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sourced from Afghanistan, a region celebrated for producing fine-quality tourmalines, this lagoon blue beauty is ideal for both bespoke jewelry creations and gemstone collections.
Tourmaline
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
5.00 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.00 carat Dimensions 9.7x9.4x7.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This 5.00 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline showcases a breathta...
Tourmaline
$304Sale Price|20% Off
1.20 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.20 carat Dimensions 5.9x5.3x4.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 1.20 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline is a captivating ...
Tourmaline
$176Sale Price|20% Off
0.85 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Baguette Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.85 carat Dimensions 7.5x4.3x3.1mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Baguette This 0.85 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline is a rare and ca...
Tourmaline
3 Cts Lagoon Green Tourmaline Pair Gemstone Emerald Cut For Earrings Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
The gemstones exhibit a striking balance between blue and green, often described as tropical-water or lagoon-inspired, making this color one of the most sought-after varieties of fin...
Tourmaline
$456Sale Price|20% Off
2.35 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.35 carats Dimensions 10.1x4.9x3.9 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 2.35 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline features a capt...
Tourmaline
$240Sale Price|20% Off
1.20 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.20 carat Dimensions 5.8x5.8x4.8 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 1.20 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline is a captivating ...
Tourmaline
$344Sale Price|20% Off
1.15 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.15 carat Dimensions 12.1x4.0x2.5mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 1.15 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline is a stunning ge...
Tourmaline
$1,327Sale Price|30% Off
Lagoon Bluish Green Tourmaline 4.75 Ct Cushion Cut Natural Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Vibrant Lagoon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry Setting-Cushion Cut from Kunar Afghanistan!!
Tourmaline
$360Sale Price|20% Off
2.40 Carats Natural Loose Green Tourmaline With Lagoon Shade Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.40 Carats Dimension: 10.1x5.3x4.5 Mm Origin; Kunar Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color; Open Green Treatment: Non Certificate; On Client Demand . Tourmalin...
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Natural Lagoon Green Tourmaline 2.57 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Bluish Green Lagoon Natural Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone – Premium Emerald Cut Faceted Jewelry Stone, Investment Grade Collector Gem, Fine Loose Tourmaline for Engageme...
Tourmaline
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
3.80 Carat Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Stone Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.80 carat Dimensions 10x8x5.6mm Treatment None Origin Afghanistan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Octagon Cut Emerald NA This 3.80-carat natural Tourmaline gemstone showcases ...
Tourmaline
$524Sale Price|30% Off
Lagoon Green Natural Tourmaline 2.15 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lagoon Green Natural Tourmaline Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone – Premium Cushion Shape Faceted Jewelry Stone, Investment Grade Collector Gem, Fine Loose Tourmaline for Engagement Ring, P...
Tourmaline
$664Sale Price|30% Off
Lagoon Green Natural Tourmaline 2.17 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Lagoon Green Natural Tourmaline Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Pendant, Earrings – Fine Jewelry Making Stone High Quality Natural Afghan Tourmaline Loose Gemstone – Collec...
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3 Cts Lagoon Green Tourmaline Pair Gemstone Baguette Cut for Jewellery 10 mm
Located in Peshawar, PK
Description: This stunning pair of natural Bright Lagoon Green Tourmalines showcases an exceptionally vibrant color reminiscent of crystal-clear tropical lagoons.
Tourmaline
$538Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut 2.26 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lagoon Blue Natural Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone – Faceted Earth-Mined Lagoon Blue Tourmaline for Engagement Ring, Statement Ring, Pendant, Custom Fine Jewelry, October Birt...
Tourmaline
$560Sale Price|20% Off
2.15 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Shade Tourmaline Pair Gemstone For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Lagoon Shade Tourmaline Weight: 2.15 Carat Dimension: 6.9 x 5.9 x 3.7 Mm. 6.9 x 5.9 x 4.0 Colour: Green With Lagoon Shade Treatment: Non Certificate: ...
Tourmaline
$1,662Sale Price|30% Off
Lagoon Blue Natural Tourmaline 5.13 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Lagoon Blue Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting-Cushion Cut!!
Tourmaline
$408Sale Price|20% Off
2.25 Carat Natural Loose Green Lagoon Dual Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Lagoon Dual Tourmaline Weight: 2.25 Carats Sizes : 1.10 And 1.15 Carat Colour: Green Lagoon Origin: Afghanistan Certificate: On Demand Treatment: Non Shape: Cushion T...
Tourmaline
$2,425Sale Price|30% Off
Neon Lagoon Blue Natural Tourmaline Pairs 13 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline ⚖️ WEIGHT: 13.00 Carats 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 10 x 7.9 x 6.1 8 x 7 x 5.1 🌈 COLOR: Neon Lagoon Blue 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Incl...
Tourmaline
$325Sale Price / set|30% Off
1.55 Ct Pink & Lagoon Natural Tourmaline Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone-Reverse Pair
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pink & Lagoon Natural Tourmaline Cushion Cut Loose Gemstones Matching Reverse Pair, Bi-Color Tourmaline Jewelry Size Stones for Custom Rings, Earrings, Pendants, Fine & Desig...
Tourmaline
$440Sale Price|20% Off
0.85 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Pair Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.85 carat Dimensions 4.7x3.7x3.1mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion Presenting a charming 0.85 Carat Natural Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Pair, b...
Tourmaline
$496Sale Price|20% Off
1.90 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Pair Cushion Cut Afghan Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.90 carat Dimensions 7.2x5.0x3.6mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 1.90 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Pair is a beautif...
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Very few gems dazzle quite in the manner that tourmaline does — vintage and antique tourmaline jewelry is a showstopper, and you can blame this on its wide range of spectacular colors. In fact, when Dutch traders brought stones back home from Sri Lanka that they couldn't identify, they called them "toramalli," a Sinhalese term for "mixed gems."
If you could transform the ocean to a gem, this is what it would look like: a clear, translucent azure, bordering on turquoise, hypnotizing in its depth and sparkling in the sun.
There is, in fact, such a stone, although it comes from deep in the copper-rich mountains of Paraíba, Brazil, and not from the oceans along its coast. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraíba tourmaline, a kind of 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.
While diamonds generally sell for about $6,000 per carat, a carat of Paraíba tourmaline is likely to fetch about $16,000. Fans of the gem are said to include singer Taylor Swift and actress Zooey Deschanel, as well as some of the finest jewelers.
“No other stone can have a color as magnetic and captivating as Paraíba tourmaline,” says Vania Leles of VanLeles Diamonds, who combines the stone with diamonds and other gems in several of her designs.
You don't have to stop at Paraíba tourmaline jewelry — on 1stDibs, find the most extraordinary antique and vintage tourmaline rings, tourmaline and diamond earrings and other accessories.
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.