Loose Aquamarine

Unheated Aquamarine

Gemstone Aquamarine

$400Sale Price|20% Off

5.20 Carat Stunning Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Loose Aquamarine Weight: 5.20 Carat Dimension: 12.6 x 8.3 x 6.9 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin: Shigar Valley, Pakistan Treatment: Non Certificate : On Demand Shape: Emerald Aquamari...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

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Blue Aquamarine Loose stone

Unavailable

Unavailable

W 0.56 in D 0.32 in L 0.43 in

GRS Certified 7.12 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine Loose Gem

Located in Wan Chai District, HK

This one of a kind deep sea blue Santa Maria Aquamarine weighing 7.12 carats is absolutely stunning and is definitely a collectible piece. As with any aquamarine, this spectacular ge...

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2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

GRS Certified 6.89 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine Loose Gem

Unavailable

W 0.44 in D 0.28 in L 0.61 in

GRS Certified 6.89 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine Loose Gem

Located in Wan Chai District, HK

This one of a kind deep sea blue Santa Maria Aquamarine weighing 6.89 carats is absolutely stunning and is definitely a collectible piece. As with any aquamarine, this spectacular ge...

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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

1.76 Carat Natural Super Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone

Unavailable

1.76 Carat Natural Super Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone

Located in London, GB

1.76 Carat Natural Super Santa Maria Color Aquamarine Loose Stone Appointed lab certificate can be arranged upon request This Item is ideal for your design as an engagement ring, c...

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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

1.70 Carat Pear-Cut Natural Icy Blue Aquamarine Loose Gemstone

Unavailable

W 0.39 in L 0.26 in

1.70 Carat Pear-Cut Natural Icy Blue Aquamarine Loose Gemstone

By Alberto

Located in GREAT NECK, NY

This exquisite 1.70-carat natural aquamarine captivates with its brilliant icy-blue hue and serene elegance. Expertly cut in a pear shape (9.8 x 6.6 mm), the gemstone displays except...

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2010s North American Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

6 Carat Super Santa Maria Colour Aquamarine Loose Stone (Customization Option)

Unavailable

6 Carat Super Santa Maria Colour Aquamarine Loose Stone (Customization Option)

Located in London, GB

6 Carat super Santa Maria colour aquamarine loose stone(customization option available) Drenched in the enchanting hues of the clearest tropical waters, this aquamarine exudes an au...

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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

Unavailable

W 0.4 in D 0.22 in L 0.36 in

3.01ct Cushion Blue Aquamarine from Brazil

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Aquamarine Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.01 cts Measurements: 10.11 x 8.95 x 5.37 mm Shape: Cushion Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cutting Style Pavilion: Mod...

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2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

$7,840Sale Price|20% Off

Aquamarine Halo Ring. 4.40ct Elongated Oval Aquamarine Diamond Halo Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Primary Stone: Aquamarine Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 4.35-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stone: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.60-Carats Jewelry Type: C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold

$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off

$312Sale Price|20% Off

W 0.43 in D 0.3 in L 0.44 in

4.25 Carats Fine Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone Trilliant Cut Nigerian Gemstone

Located in Bangkok, TH

Weight 4.25 carats Dimensions 11.1x10.8x7.5 mm Treatment none Origin Nigeria Clarity SI Shape triangular Cut Trilliant The 4.25 carats Fine Sea Blue Aquamarine Stone boasts ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

GIA Certified 10.43 Carat Pink Tourmaline & Custom Cut Diamond Ring. Substantial

$45,000

GIA Certified 10.43 Carat Pink Tourmaline & Custom Cut Diamond Ring. Substantial

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Please check out the HD video! This piece unique setting is as special as the large oversized 10.43 cts pink tourmaline. The 18k white gold mounting is set with 3.23cts of custom cut...

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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Statement 2.38ctw Certified Diamond Double Band Engagement Ring 14k White Gold

$4,767Sale Price / item|20% Off

Statement 2.38ctw Certified Diamond Double Band Engagement Ring 14k White Gold

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Deira, Dubai

Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite ring is handset with 2.38 carat of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance creativit...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Loose Aquamarine For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the loose aquamarine you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a loose aquamarine from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a loose aquamarine has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Merkaba, Fine Jewels UK and Sarosi By Timeless Gems are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes pear cut and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a loose aquamarine, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Loose Aquamarine?

On average, a loose aquamarine at 1stDibs sells for $5,500, while they’re typically $255 on the low end and $68,598 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Aquamarine in Jewelry Design

Perhaps the one gemstone that best embodies the glimmering blue of the ocean is aquamarine, not just in name but also in color. Aqua marina (Latin for water and sea), March’s birthstone, is often crystal clear and blue. Often affordable in price, vintage and antique aquamarine jewelry belongs in everyone’s jewelry box.

Aquamarine is a precious gemstone from the mineral beryl family. Its cousin is the emerald. Like other beryl varieties, aquamarines are rated 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. This means that they are soft enough for jewelers to cut to their client’s specs but also durable enough for daily wear.

On land or sea, aquamarines feature prominently in many folk tales, including one about mermaids gifting aquamarine to sailors to protect them during sea voyages. Worn around sailors’ necks as an amulet, it kept them from getting seasick and, most importantly, from shipwrecks. Considered a symbol of courage by some, aquamarine amulets were also favored by Egyptian and Hebrew warriors during battle.

Aquamarine has also made appearances on some of the grandest of great dames. The Brazilian government gifted Eleanor Roosevelt with a 1,847-carat aquamarine in 1935 and Queen Elizabeth II received a sizable aquamarine upon her 1953 coronation; this stone is now the focal point of her aquamarine tiara. And renowned Tiffany & Co. designer Jean Schlumberger made a diamond Bow setting for a 148.5-carat aquamarine, which was originally exhibited at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exhibition, now in the collection of the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage and antique aquamarine jewelry that includes unique aquamarine rings, necklaces and other accessories.

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.