3.50 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pear Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 3.50 Carats Dimension; 12.8 x 7.7 x 6.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Pear Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique an...
Amethyst, Citrine
17.20 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Hexagon Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 17.20 Carats Dimension: 19.9 x 16 x 10.9 Mm Shape: Hexagon Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a unique and st...
Amethyst, Citrine
4.43 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 4.43 Carats Dimension; 11 x 8.5 x 6.6 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Cushion Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique an...
Amethyst, Citrine
9.50 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 9.50 Carats Dimension; 14 x 10.5 x 8.9 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique a...
Amethyst, Citrine
8.05 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 8.05 Carats Dimension; 16 x 9.8 x 7 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique an...
Amethyst, Citrine
6.25 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 6.25 Carats Dimension; 10.9 x 10 x 8.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Cushion Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique ...
Amethyst, Citrine
18.10 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Heart Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 18.10 Carats Dimension: 18.7 x 18 x 11.6 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Cut: Heart . Ametrine is a unique a...
Amethyst, Citrine
16.15 Carats Loose Ametrine Natural Gemstone Hexagon Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Ametrine Weight: 16.15 Carats Dimension: 16.7 x 14.4 x 11.8 Mm Origin: Bolivia Colour: Purple & Yellow Shape: Hexagon Certificate: On Demand .
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
2 Citrine and Amethyst Cts 26.01
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A radiant duo of Citrine and Amethyst, weighing 26.01 carats, sourced from the rich gemstone mines of Brazil. Citrine, known as the "Merchant’s Stone," symbolizes abundance, joy, a...
Amethyst, Citrine
2 Oval-Shaped Amethysts Cts 49.13
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Weighing an impressive 49.13 carats and hailing from Brazil, these amethysts radiate a captivating glow that transforms any piece of jewelry into a masterpiece. Their deep color not...
Amethyst
9.40 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 9.40 Carats Dimension: 10.9 x 8.7 x 6.7 Mm 10.8 x 8.8 x 6.7 Mm Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple and Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Deman...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
$252Sale Price|20% Off
10.30ct Natural Ametrine Loose Gemstone, Baguette Cut from Bolivia
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exquisite Natural Ametrine Loose Gemstone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality 10.30 Carats Loupe Clean Clarity Natural Ametrine From Bolivia. Product Informa...
Amethyst
5.00 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 5.00 Carats Dimension: 9.4 x 7.3 x 5.1 Mm 9.4 x 7.5 x 5.3 Mm Shape: Cushion Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Clie...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
18.05 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Cushion Shape Bolivian Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 18.05 Carats Dimension: 15.4 x 14.4 x 11.6 Mm Shape: Cushion Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
23.59 Carat Huge Natural Ametrine Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone for Pendant
Located in Peshawar, PK
Untreated and 100% natural, this AAA-quality Brazilian Ametrine combines the beauty of Amethyst and Citrine in a single gemstone. Ideal for statement rings, pendants, and custom fine...
Amethyst, Citrine
8.15 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair Baguette Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 8.15 Carats Dimension: 13.4 x 6.4 x 5.8 Mm 13.4 x 6.3 x 5.7 Mm Shape: Baguette Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate:...
Amethyst, Citrine
5.50 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Emerald Shape Bolivian Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 5.50 Carats Dimension: 13.4 x 8.9 x 6.4 Mm Shape: Emerald Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a unique and st...
Amethyst, Citrine
4.20 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 4.20 Carats Dimension: 8.7 x 6.2 x 5.2 Mm And 8.8 x 6.3 x 5.0 Mm Shape: Emerald Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificat...
Amethyst, Citrine
9.45 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pixelated Cut Bolivian’s Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 9.45 Carats Dimension: 15.8 x 9.4 x 8.1 Mm Shape: Emerald Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a unique and str...
Amethyst, Citrine
4.85 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 4.85 Carats Sizes: 2.50 And 2.35 Carats Dimension: 9.4 x 7 x 6.2 Mm And 9.3 x 7.1 x 5.8 Mm Cut: Cushion Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certifica...
Amethyst, Citrine
21.75 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Long Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 21.75 Carats Dimension: 25 x 11.5 x 9.2 Mm Shape: Rectangular Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a unique an...
Amethyst, Citrine
11.50 Carats Natural Lavender Purple Amethyst Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Lavender Purple Amethyst Weight: 11.50 Carats Dimension: 13.7 x 13.7 x 10.6 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Octagon Colour: Lavender Purple Certificate: On Demand .
Amethyst, Other
4.85 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Square Shape Bolivian Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 4.85 Carats Dimension: 9.8 x 9.8 x 7.7 Mm Shape: Square Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a unique and str...
Amethyst, Citrine
26.00 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 26.00 Carats Dimension: 16.3 x 12.9 x 9.1 Mm Shape: Emerald Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a uniqu...
Amethyst, Citrine
2 Yellow Green Amethyst Carving 89.92 cts
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring a pair of yellow-green amethyst carvings, weighing a total weight of 89.92 carats. Sourced from Brazil, these gems showcase a beautiful blend of yellow and green tones, cr...
Amethyst
11.35 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine \ Bolivianite Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 11.35 Carats Dimension: 15.7 x 11.5 x 8.7 Mm Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Cut: Cushion . Ametrine is a uniqu...
Amethyst, Citrine
7.15 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine \ Bolivianite Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 7.15 Carats Dimension: 15.5 x 9.4 x 6.5 Mm Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Cut: Emerald . Ametrine is a unique a...
Amethyst, Citrine
$615Sale Price|30% Off
35.25 Carat Massive Natural Ametrine Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone for Pendant
Located in Peshawar, PK
Purple and Golden Bicolor Natural Ametrine Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone – AAA Quality, Transparent, Eye-Clean, Faceted Collector Gem for Pendant, Ring, Fine Jewelry Making, February an...
Amethyst, Citrine
Oval-Shaped Yellow Amethyst Carving Cts 94.68
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite oval yellow amethyst carving weighs 94.68 carats. Sourced from the heart of Brazil, its soft golden hue radiates warmth and positivity, making it a striking addition ...
Amethyst
5 ct Brazil Radiant Amethyst Natural Fantasy Cut 12X10
Located in Warren, NJ
Elevate your jewelry collection with the mesmerizing 5 ct Amethyst Fantasy Cut gemstone. Radiant in its shape and size at 12x10 mm, this amethyst is a true masterpiece.
Amethyst
13.45 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pair Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Pair Weight: 13.45 Carats Dimension; 12.1 x 10 x 8.1 Mm And 12.1 x 10 x 8.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Cushion Treatme...
Amethyst, Citrine
5.25 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Long Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 5.25 Carats Dimension; 12.9 x 9.6 x 6.5 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Shape: Cushion Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique ...
Amethyst, Citrine
23.7 ct. Brazil Natural Amethyst Seashell Fantasy Cut 23X17
Located in Warren, NJ
This beautiful 23.7 ct. Amethyst Gemstone is perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of natural stones.
Amethyst
10.25 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Square Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 10.25 Carats Dimension: 14.3 x 14.2 x 9.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Cut: Square Cushion . Ametrine is a...
Amethyst, Citrine
9.80 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Lot Weight: 9.80 Carats Sizes: 1.90 To 3.00 Carats Origin: Brazil Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand . Ametrine is a unique and captivati...
Amethyst, Citrine
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 15.00 Carat Deep Purple Trillion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 15.00 Carats Dimension - 17.5*17*10.5 mm Shape : Trillion Cut Color : Purple / Deep Purple Clarity : Flawless Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quart...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 16.50 Carat Deep Purple Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 16.50 Carats Dimension - 15.3*14*10.5 mm Shape : Cushion Cut Color : Purple Clarity : Flawless Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This exqui...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 13.20 Carat Deep Purple Emerald Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 13.20 Carats Dimension - 20*10*7.8 mm Shape : Emerald Cut Color : Purple Clarity : Flawless Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This elegant ...
Amethyst
21.60 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Princess Cut Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 21.60 Carats Dimension: 16.7 x 15.9 x 11.9 Mm Cut: Princess Cut Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple and Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . A...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 10.44 Carat Deep Purple Fancy Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight 10.44 Carats Dimension - 13*17*10.5 mm Shape : Fancy Cut Color : Deep Purple Clarity : Clean Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This amethyst g...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 9.17 Carat Fancy Cut, February Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 9.17 Carats Dimension - 14.5*14.5*9 mm Shape : Fancy Blader Cut Color : Deep Purple Clarity : Clean Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This b...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 11.43 Carat February Birthstone Brazil Origin
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 11.43 Carats Dimension - 15*11*8.5 mm Shape : Emerald Cut Color : Pinkish Purple Clarity : Flawless Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This e...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 2.55 Carat February Birthstone Brazil Origin
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 2.55 Carats Dimension - 10.5*6*4.5 mm Shape : Emerald Cut Color : Purple Clarity : Flawless Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This emerald-c...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 16.45 Carat Asscher Cut Brazil Origin
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 16.45 Carats Dimension - 15*15*11 mm Shape : Asscher Cut Color : Pinkish Purple / Deep Purple Clarity : Flawless Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Qu...
Amethyst
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 8.90 Carat February Birthstone, Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 8.90 Carats Dimension - 13.5*13.5*9 mm Shape : Fancy Cut Color : Deep Pinkish Purple Clarity : VVS Clean Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz T...
Amethyst
19.60 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Emerald Shape Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 19.60 Carats Dimension: 18 x 14.5 x 10.4 Mm Shape: Emerald Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine i...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
22.40 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Cushion Cut Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 22.40 Carats Dimension: 17.7 x 14.9 x 11.4 Mm Shape: Cushion Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
15.30 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pixel Cut Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 15.30 Carats Dimension: 19 x 11.9 x 9.5 Mm Shape: Emerald Cut: Pixel Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a u...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
35.75 Carat Natural Fancy-Cut Pair of Amethysts
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful gem, this listing features a pair of natural fancy-cut amethysts weighing 35.75 carat. The amethysts possess an intense reddish violet colour, with superb clarity and bri...
Amethyst
$720Sale Price|20% Off
Blader Trillion Cut Amethyst Gemstone: 37.05 Carats, February Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
This exquisite Amethyst gemstone from Brazil showcases the timeless beauty and mystique for which the Quartz family is celebrated. Expertly fashioned into a striking fancy cut, the s...
Amethyst
6.3 ct. Brazil Natural Amethyst Fantasy Cut 16X12 Fancy
Located in Warren, NJ
This beautiful 6.3 ct. Amethyst is cut in a unique fantasy shape, reminiscent of a kite, and has a fancy form that adds to its beauty. The gemstone type is Amethyst and it is suitabl...
Amethyst
Stunning 10.10 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Set For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Set Weight: 10.10 Carats Dimension: 10.9 x 6.1 x 6.1 Mm 10.8 x 7.3 x 5.6 Mm 10.6 x 6.1 x 5.9 Mm Shape: Baguette Color: ...
Amethyst, Citrine
14.45 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Octagon Cut Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 14.45 Carats Dimension: 14.5 x 13.9 x 10.1 Mm Shape: Octagon Origin: Bolivia Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
13.80 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Heart Shape Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ametrine Weight: 13.80 Carats Dimension: 17.9 x 16.7 x 10.2 Mm Shape: Heart Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand . Ametrine is a unique and s...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
Natural Bolivian Ametrine Fancy Cut Loose Gemstone for Pendant Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Natural bolivian ametrine fancy cut loose gemstone for pendant brooch The Ametrine fancy shield shaped carving is a breathtaking gemstone that combines the captivating hues of ameth...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
Natural Amethyst Gemstone: 13.96 Carat, Fancy Cut, February Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight - 13.96 Carats Dimension - 16 *13 *9.5 mm Shape : Fancy Cut Color : Purple Color Clarity : SI Clean Treatment : Natural Origin : Brazil Hardness : 7 Family : Quartz This bea...
Amethyst
4.60 Carat Natural Loose Dual Ametrine Scissor Cut Gemstone From Bolivia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Dual Ametrine Weight: 4.60 Carats Dimension: 9.5 x 7.3 x 5.6 Mm 8.8 x 7.1 x 5.2 Mm Origin: Bolivia Shape: Emerald Color: Purple & Yellow Treatment: Non Ametrine is a natur...
Amethyst, Citrine, Other
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.