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Spectacular Natural Loose Aquamarine Stone 2.10 Aquamarine Stone Finegems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Natural Loose Aquamarine Stone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Incredible Natural Loose Aquamarine Gem 6.40 Carats Aquamarine Bracelets
Located in Bangkok, TH
Incredible Natural Loose Aquamarine Gem, available for sale at wholesale price, natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gemstone 2.75 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Lovely Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone 3.50 Carats Faceted Aquamarine
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gem 2.05 Carats Aquamarine Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Gem, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

9.31 Carats Brilliant Loose Aquamarine Stone for Rings Aquamarine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Loose Aquamarine Stone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality, 9.31
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Spectacular Natural Loose Aquamarine Gemstone 1.35 Carats Loose Aquamarine
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Natural Loose Aquamarine Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Aquamarine

Natural Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine 4.80 Carats Aquamarine Stone Aquamarine Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine of 4.80 carats from Pakistan has a wonderful cut in a Octagon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Exquisite Natural Loose Aquamarine Gem 1.95 Carats Aquamarine Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
VVS Clarity Loose Aquamarine from Pakistan. Product Information: GEMSTONE NAME: Exquisite Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Excellent Loose Aquamarine 1.70 Carats Loose Gemstones for Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Loose Aquamarine Gem WEIGHT: 1.70 Carats DIMENSIONS: 7.6 x 7 x 4.9 mm CLARITY: Eye Clean SHAPE: Cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

18.20 carats Loose Aquamarine Stone Pair Natural Gemstone From Pakistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
yourself in the ethereal beauty of this enchanting pair of Loose Aquamarine Stones, each boasting a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Loose Aquamarine - Round 1.51ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat: 1.51ct Cut: Round Color: Blue Size: (mm) 7.78 x 7.78 x 5.04 Condition: New without Tags
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Loose Aquamarine - Trillion 2.77ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 2.77ct Cut: Trillion Color: Blue Size: (mm) 10.14 x 10.04 x 6.33 Condition: New We have been dealing in fine new, vintage, antique, and estate jewelry ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

10 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Cushion Shape For Necklace Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 10 Carat Dimension: 16.3 x 11.7 x 7.7 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin: Shigar
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

6.30 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Cushion Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 6.30 Carat Dimension: 13 x 10.4 x 7.5 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin: Shigar
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Natural Loose Aquamarine 2.90 Carat Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 2.90 Carat Dimension: 12.6 x 6.4 x 4.7 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Natural Loose Aquamarine 5.50 Carat Trillion Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 5.50 Carat Dimension: 11.4 x 11.4 x 7.3 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

11.20 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 11.20 Carat Dimension: 19.3 x 11.4 x 7.4 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

8.45 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 8.45 Carat Dimension: 15.9 x 9.2 x 7.5 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

8.20 Carats Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 8.20 Carat Dimension: 15.7 x 10.1 x 7.2 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

Loose Aquamarine - Emerald Cut .90ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat: .90ct Cut: Emerald Color: Blue Size (mm): 7.03 x 5.08 x 3.50 Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

Loose Aquamarine - Emerald Cut 4.76ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat: 4.76ct Cut: Emerald Color: Blue Size: (mm) 13.11 x 8.08 x 5.93 Condition: New We have been dealing in fine new, vintage, antique, and estate jewelry for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

3.80 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Trillion Shape Gem For Ring Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 3.80 Carat Dimension: 10.3 x 10.3 x 6.5 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

2.95 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Cushion Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 2.95 Carat Dimension: 10 x 7.4 x 5.9 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin: Shigar
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

3.80 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 3.80 Carat Dimension: 11.3 x 7.5 x 6.2 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

1.60 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Cushion Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 1.60 Carat Dimension: 8.2 x 6.6 x 4.7 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

12.10 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Long Cushion Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 12.10 Carat Dimension: 17.3 x 11.9 x 9 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

4.70 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 4.70 Carat Dimension: 12.6 x 8.5 x 6.2 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

3.65 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 3.65 Carat Dimension: 13.2 x 7.9 x 4.9 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

9.45 Carat Huge Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Necklace
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 9.45 Carat Dimension: 16.6 x 10.8 x 7.4 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

2.60 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Cushion Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 2.60 Carat Dimension: 9.7 x 6.9 x 6 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

7.05 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 7.05 Carat Dimension: 13.4 x 10.4 x 7.3 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

9.20 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Square Shape Gem For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 9.20 Carat Dimension: 12.2 x 12.1 x 10.4 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

5.70 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Square Shape Gem For Ring Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 5.70 Carat Dimension: 10.1 x 10 x 8.2 Mm Colour : Pale Blue Origin: Shigar
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

1.50 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Hexagon Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 1.50 Carat Dimension: 8.9 x 7.2 x 3.9 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

8.95 Carats Natural Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 8.95 Carats Dimension: 13.2x12.9x8.9 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

29.75 Carats Gigantic Natural Loose Aquamarine Included Gem For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 29.75 Carats Dimension: 21x16x13 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Category

Late 20th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

2 Carat Stunning Baguette Shape Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 2.0 Carats Dimension: 8.8x6.7x5 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl

7 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Duo Cushion Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Duo Weight: 7 Carat Dimension: 10.6 x 8.2 x 5.9 Mm And 9.6 x
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

6.30 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine long Emerald Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 6.30 Carat Dimension: 17.4 x 8.3 x 5.8 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Asscher Cut 4.30 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Square Shape Gems For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 4.30 Carat Dimension: 10.3 x 9.8 x 6.8 Mm Colour : Blue and white Origin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Spectacular Natural Loose Aquamarine Gemstone 6.65 Carats Fine Gem High Quality
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Natural Loose Aquamarine Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine

Huge 26.75 Carats Natural Loose Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gem From Shigar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 26.75 Carats Dimension: 21x13.6x12.3 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

AAA Quality Aquamarine Gemstone, 17.15 Carats, Loose Aquamarine for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
AAA Quality Aquamarine Gemstone, available for sale at best price natural loose gemstone for
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

7.19 Carats Brilliant Loose Aquamarine Stone for Rings Aquamarine Jewellery
Located in New York, NY
SKU - 80001 Stone - Natural Aquamarine Shape - Cushion Quality - Eye clean Weight - 7.19 cts Grade
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

3.70 Carat Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Aquamarine Weight : 3.70 Carats Dimensions : 13.2x7.9x4.9 mm Clarity : Eye Clean
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

3.70 Carat Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone
3.70 Carat Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone
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H 0.52 in W 0.32 in D 0.2 in L 0.52 in
Fantastic Natural Aquamarine Gemstone 13.20 Carats Loose Aquamarine for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fantastic Natural Aquamarine Gemstone of 13.20 carats from Pakistan has a wonderful cut in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

0.90 Carats Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone Trilliant Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
triangular Cut trilliant The 0.90 carats Blue Aquamarine Stone boasts an exquisite Trilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

4.15 Carats Unheated Untreated Loose Aquamarine Ring Gem March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Aquamarine Weight: 4.15 Carats Dimension: 10.7x8.6x6.7 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

5.60 Carats Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine Cushion Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
cushion Cut fancy cushion The Sea Blue Aquamarine gemstone, boasting a generous weight of 5.60
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

2.10 carats Fine Loose Aquamarine Custom Precision Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine of unparalleled quality, sourced from the rich mines of Nigeria. Meticulously cut with custom
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

3.85 carats Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Oval Cut Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step Oval Radiating a timeless charm, a 3.85-carat Light Blue Aquamarine takes center stage with
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

2.30 carats Sea-Blue Loose Aquamarine Oval Cut Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
-blue Aquamarine takes center stage, showcasing its exquisite beauty in an elegant oval cut. Originating
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

2.80 carats Sea Blue Loose Aquamarine Cushion Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape cushion Cut fancy cushion Behold the exquisite beauty of a 2.80-carat Sea Blue Aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

2.45 carats Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Emerald Cut Natural Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape octagon Cut emerald Behold a stunning 2.45-carat light blue Aquamarine, meticulously crafted
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

1.50 Carats Light Blue Loose Aquamarine Stone Trilliant Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
triangular Cut trilliant The 1.50 carats Light Blue Aquamarine Stone boasts an exquisite Trilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

3.55 Carats Natural Loose Aquamarine Ring Gem From Shigar Valley Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Facet Aquamarine Weight: 3.55 Carats Dimension: 9x8.1x7 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Emerald Cut Natural Loose Aquamarine from Shigar Valley Mine March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Aquamarine Weight : 8.80 Carats Dimensions : 16.5x9.3x7.7 mm Clarity : Eye Clean
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Russian Revival Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

Emerald Cut Natural Loose Aquamarine from Shigar Valley Mine March Birthstone
Emerald Cut Natural Loose Aquamarine from Shigar Valley Mine March Birthstone
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H 0.65 in W 0.37 in D 0.31 in L 0.65 in
6.20 Carat Natural Light Blue Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Aquamarine Weight : 6.20 Carats Dimensions : 13.1x8.5x7.2 mm Clarity : SI Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

6.20 Carat Natural Light Blue Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley Mine
6.20 Carat Natural Light Blue Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley Mine
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H 0.52 in W 0.34 in D 0.29 in L 0.52 in
2.85 CTS Natural Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine March Birthstone Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Aquamarine Weight: 2.85 Carats Dimension: 9.7x7.2x5.8 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

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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.

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.