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Natural Loose 1.40 Carat Fancy Brown VS2 Penis Cut Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: 56700 Stone Shape: Penis Cut Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.40 CT Clarity: VS2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond

Natural Loose 1.40 Carat Fancy Brown VS2 Penis Cut Diamond
Natural Loose 1.40 Carat Fancy Brown VS2 Penis Cut Diamond
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W 0.4 in D 0.18 in L 0.24 in
GIA 0.15 Carat Natural Fancy Deep Orange Brown Pear Shape Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA natural fancy deep orange brown pear shape diamond weighing 0.15 carats.
Category

2010s American Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

GIA 0.15 Carat Natural Fancy Deep Orange Brown Pear Shape Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA natural fancy deep orange brown pear shape diamond weighing 0.15 carats.
Category

2010s American Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

GIA 12.21 Carat Fancy Color Oval Shape Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA 12.21 Carat Fancy Color Oval Shape Loose Diamond Semi Translucent Color Brown-Orange
Category

2010s American Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

GIA 12.21 Carat Fancy Color Oval Shape Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA 12.21 Carat Fancy Color Oval Shape Loose Diamond Semi Translucent Color Brown-Orange
Category

2010s American Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

Sparkling 7.10 Carats Natural Brown Orange Loose Zircon Ring Gem From Cambodia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Zircon Weight: 7.10 Carats Dimension: 9.7x9.5x6.7 Mm Origin; Cambodia Color: Brown Orange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cambodian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Zircon

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Pear Cut Natural Diamond Loose Teardrop
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
This sizeable 1.50 carat GIA certified pear cut diamond offers vibrant sparkle, a completely eye
Category

2010s Italian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.54 Carat Loose L/VS2 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1.54 Carat Loose L / VS2 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond GIA Certified Diamond General Info Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2 Pear-Shaped Brown Diamonds Cts 2.05
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing a stunning pair of pear-shaped, 2.05-carat brown diamonds. Many believe that the
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

2.65 Carat Loose Fancy Pink / I1 Marquise Brilliant Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Diamond General Info GIA Report Number: 5182448043 Diamond Cut: Marquise Brilliant Measurements
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Loose Diamond, Round Brilliant Cut 1.30 Carat GIA S-T VS2 Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Weight: 1.30ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: S - T Light Brown Clarity: VS2 Dimensions (mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2.04 Carat Fancy Dark Greenish Brown Cushion cut diamond GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Dark Greenish Brown ➛ Carat: 2.04 ➛ Clarity: I3 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 2.04
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond

GIA Certified 6.07 Carat Fancy Cushion Brilliant Deep Brown Diamond
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
An exceptional 6.07 carat SI1 Clarity fancy cushion brilliant cut deep brown diamond certified by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Brown Diamond

1 Carat Faint Pinkish Brown Round Cut Diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Pinkish Brown ➛ Carat: 1.00 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 1.00 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

1.32 Carat Fancy Pink Brown Pear cut diamond I1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown ➛ Carat: 1.32 ➛ Clarity: I1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 1.32-carat diamond
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

GIA certified 1.34 ct Emerald Shape Natural Fancy Orangy Brown Diamond
By S E A General Trading LLC
Located in Dubai, UAE
We are natural diamond production company located in Dubai. Weight: 1.34ct Shape: Emerald Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald

GIA Certified 0.47 Carat Flanders Cut Fancy Brown Diamond Necklace
Located in Darmstadt, DE
GIA Certified 0.47 Carat Flanders Cut Fancy Brown Diamond Necklace. 750 Whitegold Solitaire
Category

2010s German Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels GIA Certified 10.05 Carat Fancy Pear Brilliant Deep Brown Diamond
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
An exceptional 10.05 carat VS2 Clarity investment grade fancy pear brilliant cut deep brown diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond

0.74 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Brown Pear cut diamond SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Light Yellow Brown ➛ Carat: 0.74 ➛ Clarity: SI1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 0.74
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

GIA certified 1.24 carat Rectangular Cut Natural Fancy Dark Orangy Brown Diamond
By S E A General Trading LLC
Located in Dubai, UAE
We are natural diamond production company located in Dubai. Weight: 1.24 ct Shape: Rectangular
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond

7.07 Carat Fancy Dark Orange Brown Princess Cut Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This perfectly cut 7.07 carat princess cut diamond displays a wonderful chocolate brown color with
Category

2010s American Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.00 Carat Pear Brilliant Gia Certified L, Faint Brown Si2 Clarity Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56382 Stone Shape: PEAR MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 1.00ct Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond

1.25 Carat Fancy Brown Pink Round Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown Pink ➛ Carat: 1.25 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This fancy brown pink diamond is
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.25 Carat Fancy Brown Pink Round Cut Diamond GIA Certified
1.25 Carat Fancy Brown Pink Round Cut Diamond GIA Certified
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H 0.18 in W 0.27 in L 0.26 in
GIA Certified 10.11 Carat Fancy Heart Brilliant Cut Orange Brown Diamond
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
An exceptional 10.11 carat S12 Clarity investment grade fancy heart shape fancy diamond certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Brown Diamond

GIA Certified Fancy Brown(No Overtone) Diamond 0.47 Carat VS2 "Flanders Cut"
Located in Darmstadt, DE
GIA Certified Fancy Brown(No Overtone) Diamond 0.47 Carat VS2 "Flanders Cut" Flanders Cut Also
Category

2010s German Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

Amazing GIA Certified 5.08 Carats of Fancy Brown-Yellow Diamond
Located in Massafra, IT
An exquisite GIA certified natural fancy brown-yellow diamond of 5,08 , VS2 clarity. On request, I
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Yellow Diamond

0.70 Carat Light Pinkish Brown Cushion cut diamond VS1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Pinkish Brown ➛ Carat: 0.70 ➛ Clarity: VS1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 0.70 carat
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Diamond, Diamond

1.01 Carat Fancy Brown Pink Pear cut diamond SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Pear ➛ Colour Grade: Fancy Brown
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond

0.50 Carat Faint Pinkish Brown Princess VS2 Clarity GIA Certified diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Pinkish Brown ➛ Carat: 0.50 ➛ Clarity: VS2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Our faint pinkish
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.01 Carat Cushion Brilliant GIA Certified Fancy Brown Greenish Yellow Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56237 Stone Shape: CUSHION MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 1.01ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

0.42 Carat Light Pink Brown Oval Cut Diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown ➛ Carat: 0.42 ➛ Clarity: Si2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 0.42 carat diamond
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.00 Carat Faint Pinkish Brown Round Cut Diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Pinkish Brown ➛ Carat: 1.00 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This round shape
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.15 Carat Fancy Dark Brown Greenish Yellow Oval Cut Diamond GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown Greenish Yellow ➛ Carat: 1.15 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This fancy dark brown
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.53-CARAT, FANCY PINK BROWN, RADIANT CUT DIAMOND SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Pink Brown ➛ Carat: 0.53 ➛ Clarity: Si1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Our radiant shape
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.50 Carat Fancy Brown Pink Radiant Cut Diamond I2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown Pink ➛ Carat: 0.50 ➛ Clarity: I2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Also
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.42-CARAT, LIGHT PINK BROWN, OVAL CUT DIAMOND SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown ➛ Carat: 0.42 ➛ Clarity: Si2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ ✪ Our Specialty ✪ ➛ We
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.50 Carat Light Pinkish Brown Oval cut diamond VS2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Pinkish Brown ➛ Carat: 0.50 ➛ Clarity: VS2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ A 0.50 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Diamond

1.31 Carat Non-Certified Natural Diamond Rose Cut Pepper Inclusion Light Brown
Located in Jaipur, RJ
1.31 Carat Non-Certified Diamond Rose Cut Pepper Inclusion Light Brown Color Weight : 1.31 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.50 Carat Fancy Deep Brown Pink Pear Cut Diamond I1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown Pink ➛ Carat: 0.50 ➛ Clarity: I1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Our fancy deep brown
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.02 Carat Fancy Deep Orange Brown Pear cut diamond Si2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Orange Brown ➛ Carat: 1.02 ➛ Clarity: Si2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 1.02 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.00 Carat Fancy Deep Brown Orange Pear cut diamond i1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Brown Orange ➛ Carat: 1.00 ➛ Clarity: I1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 1 carat
Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.95 Carat Round Brilliant GIA Certified K, Faint Brown Vs1 Clarity Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56568 Stone Shape: ROUND BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 0.95ct Clarity: VS1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 0.43 Carat Heart Modified Fancy Pink Brown Si2 Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC57370 Stone Shape: HEART MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 0.43ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2.00 Carat Heart Shaped Ruby, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sparkling diamonds. This gem has no secondary purple or brown and the way it is faceted makes it appear much
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Natural Loose Sphene Titanite Fire Effect Ring Gem From Pakistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 3.90 Carats Dimension: 10.1x9.1x5.6 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape: Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

5.90 Carat Sublime Quality Natural Loose Sphene Titanite Fire Effect Heart Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 5.90 Carats Dimension: 10.2 x 11.4 x 7.5 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

AAA Top Quality 4.70 Carat Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 4.70 Carats Dimension: 11.3 x 9.8 x 6.5 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape: Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

Genuine 4.05 Carats Natural Loose Citrine Fancy Cut Gem From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 4.05 Carats Dimension: 10.6x9.3x7.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Color; Brown Honey
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

Gorgeous 2.40 Carats Natural Loose Fire Sphene Ring Gems Titanite Mineral Family
Located in Peshawar, PK
CaTiSiO5. It's characterized by its stunning range of colors, from green, brown, and yellow to reddish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Loose Gemstones

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Top AAA Quality 4.45 Carat Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Oval Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 4.45 Carats Dimension: 11 x 9.8 x 6 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape: Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

AAA Top Quality 6.45 Carat Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 6.45 Carats Dimension: 11.4 x 10.4 x 6.9 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

AAA Top Quality 4.00 Carat Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 4.00 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 9.1 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

GIA Certified Natural Grade Fancy Dark Brown-Greenish of 5.01
Located in Massafra, IT
An exclusive and magnificent Natural diamond Fancy Dark Brown-Greenish of 5,01 carats, cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Brown Diamond

3.30 Cts Natural Loose Fire Titanite Sphene Oval Ring Gem From Pakistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Yellow Brown Shape: Oval Treatment: non Certificate: On Customer Demand Sphene, also known as titanite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Multi-gemstone

3.10 Carats Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Ring Gem Oval Shape From Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
, which gives it a remarkable fire or rainbow-like play of colors, often even surpassing that of diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Hematite, Multi-gemstone

1.06 Carat Cushion Brilliant Gia Certified Fancy Dark Brown-Yellow Vvs2 Clarity
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56169 Stone Shape: CUSHION MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 1.06ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

1.01 Carat Pear Brilliant Gia Certified Fancy Dark Yellowish Brown Si2 Clarity D
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56170 Stone Shape: PEAR MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 1.01ct Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

White Diamond

2.10 Carat Lozenge Cut GIA Certified Fancy Color Dark Orange Brown I1 Clarity
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56119 Stone Shape:bLOZENGE MIXED CUT Diamond Weight: 2.10ct Clarity: I1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.83 Carat Circular Brilliant GIA Certified Q to R Range, Very Light Brown I1 CL
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC55475 Stone Shape: CIRCULAR BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 0.83ct Clarity: I1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Perfect Diamonds Portfolio. 40 excellent, natural Diamonds with GIA Certificate
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Color Diamonds (Extremely Rare) - Purple Color Diamonds (Extremely Rare) - Brown Color Diamonds - Gray
Category

2010s German Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

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Loose Brown Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate loose brown diamond for your needs in our varied inventory. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1 vintage or 8 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a loose brown diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also heart cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a loose brown diamond, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Loose Brown Diamond?

On average, a loose brown diamond at 1stDibs sells for $875, while they’re typically $449 on the low end and $57,250 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.

Questions About Loose Brown Diamond
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Whether Cartier will set a loose diamond depends on the circumstances. If you purchased a piece of Cartier diamond jewelry and the stone has come loose, contact customer service for assistance with repairs. Cartier will usually not place a loose diamond that you purchased elsewhere in one of their settings. Find a wide range of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A brown diamond is also known as a champagne diamond or a chocolate diamond if the hue is deep enough. Chocolate diamonds are known for their distinctive color and coveted for their unique look. Shop a collection of brown, champagne and chocolate diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, brown diamonds sparkle. The sparkle effect in a diamond is caused by light interacting with the cut of the diamond. The depth of the diamond can also affect the amount of sparkle. This is important because it’s the cut of the diamond that creates the sparkle, not the color. Shop a collection of brown diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.