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44.22 Carat Ruby Faceted Pan Cabochon Pair Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Ruby Faceted Cabochon Pair Gemstone.
44.22 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
8.30 Carat Natural Loose Madeira Citrine Cabochon Pair Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Madeira Citrine Pair
Weight: 8.30 Carats
Dimension: 9.9 x 9.9 x 6.9 Mm And
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
Natural 116.17ct Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald Loose Gemstone
Located in Houston, TX
One loose gemstone described as follows...
One (1) natural, oval-shaped, cabochon cut, emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
37.42 Carat Emerald Gigantic Piece Special Shape Cabochon Loose Gemstone
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
. This loose gemstone is a testament to nature’s grandeur and the artistry of gem cutting, perfect for
Category
2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
W 0.75 in D 0.38 in L 0.91 in
Gem Quality Amethyst Sugarloaf Cabochon Layout Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 586.90 Carats
Size: 21x15x12 To 15x11x11 MM
Pieces: 26
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
H 0.6 in W 0.44 in L 0.83 in
Deep Vivid Blue Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Ring Loose Gemstone 9.95Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Deep Vivid Blue Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
W 0.41 in D 0.33 in L 0.55 in
Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone 35.60 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone from Kunar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modernist Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
W 0.63 in D 0.53 in L 0.71 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Pendant Loose Gemstone Sugarloaf Cabochon 23.05Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Sugarloaf Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 19.25 Carats
Size: 19x16x9 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Carved Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
W 0.36 in D 0.63 in L 0.75 in
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 49.36 Carats
Size: 26x20x13 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Carved Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in L 1.03 in
14.72ct Star Sapphire Gemstone - Oval Cabochon Cut Loose Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shape/Cut: Oval Cabochon
Color: Blue
Dimensions (mm): 14.15 x 11.91
Weight: 14.72ct
Treatment
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
Black Rutile Quartz Loose Gemstone Cabochons 33.85 Ct for Rings, Pendant Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Black Rutilated Quartz Loose Gemstone Cabochons for Ring, Earrings, Necklace Pendant or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modernist Loose Gemstones
Materials
Quartz
W 0.58 in D 0.25 in L 0.96 in
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Ring, Bracelet Loose Gemstone 6.30Ct Cabochon Cut Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
W 0.34 in D 0.19 in L 0.6 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon 9 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring, Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.37 in D 0.33 in L 0.64 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon 12.15 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring, Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.51 in D 0.33 in L 0.64 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon 13.10 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring, Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.53 in D 0.31 in L 0.72 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon 32.30 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring, Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.66 in D 0.48 in L 0.88 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon 16.10 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring, Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.56 in D 0.41 in L 0.64 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Ring Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon 28.45 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstone Cabochon with cat’s eye effect perfect for Ring, Pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.61 in D 0.46 in L 0.86 in
Natural Pale Green Beryl Earrings, Pendant Loose Gemstone Cabochon Set 60.75 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pale Green Natural Beryl Loose Gemstones Pair Set Cabochon Cut with cat’s eye effect perfect for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Green Beryl
W 0.66 in D 0.48 in L 0.88 in
Gem Quality Amethyst Round Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 61.90 Carats
Size: 8.5 To 22 MM
Pieces: 2
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Pinkish Hue Red Natural Ruby Ring Loose Gemstone 5.90 Ct Cabochon for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Hue Red Natural Ruby Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
W 0.34 in D 0.26 in L 0.39 in
3.38 Carats Lagoon Loose Tourmaline Stone Cabochon Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
mesmerizing gem from the heart of Tanzania. This exquisite cabochon-cut gemstone showcases a stunning play of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
W 0.32 in D 0.21 in L 0.41 in
Natural Ethiopian Opal Loose gemstone 9.45ct. Oval cabochon, 17.76x14.02x7.04 mm
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Daugavpils, LV
): 17.76x14.02x7.04 mm
Shape and cut: oval cabochon
Stone treatment: Not Enhanced
Stone creation: Natural
Stone weight
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
W 0.56 in D 0.28 in L 0.7 in
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 12.49 Carats
Size: 13x14 MM
Pieces: 4
Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
W 0.56 in D 0.91 in L 0.52 in
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 77.20 Carats
Size: 20x22 To 23x18 MM
Pieces: 4
Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
W 0.71 in D 0.91 in L 0.87 in
Top Quality Amethyst Smooth Round Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 92.70 Carats
Size: 10 To 19 MM
Pieces: 3
Drilled: No
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
10Pcs Natural Multi Tourmaline Mix Size Oval Cabochon Loose Gemstone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
About this listing: 10Pcs Natural Multi Tourmaline Mix Size Oval Cabochon Loose Gemstone Lot. Multi
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Natural 38.51ct Round Cabochon Cut Pair of Black Star Sapphires Loose Gemstone
Located in Houston, TX
One pair of loose gemstones described as follows...
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Might show
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
2.5mm Round Cabochon Multi color Tourmaline Loose Gemstones wholesale lot 50 pcs
Located in New York, NY
**Multi Color Tourmaline Rounds Cabs - Loose Gemstones for Jewelry Making**
- **High-Quality Stones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
4.5ct Custom Cabochon Pink Tourmaline Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
into a smooth cabochon shape. This gemstone features a vibrant pink hue, perfect for creating bespoke
Category
2010s African Artist Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
1.26ct Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstone Oval 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 1.26 carat Zambian Emerald gemstone! This gemstone would be perfect for the
Category
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Bespoke Loose Australian Oval Cabochon Cut Opal 17.71ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Loose Australian Oval Cabochon Cut Opal, VI1 Clarity, Gray Colour, weighing 17.71ct.
Metal: N/A
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, White Gold
5.03 Carat Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Oval 18x13mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 5.03 carat loose Ethiopian gemstone! Opals are celebrated for thier
Category
2010s American Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
20.27 Carat Ethiopian Opal Loose Gemstone Oval 24x17mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 20.27 carat loose Ethiopian Opal gemstone! Opals are celebrated for thier
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Loose Opal - Pear Cabochon 1.36ct Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat(s): 1.36ct
Cut: Pear Cabochon
Origin: Australia
Size: (mm) 13.02 x 8.38 x 2.32
Condition
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
11.82 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Red Ruby Fancy Carving Fancy Gemstone.
11.82 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
8.22 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Red Ruby Handmade Carving Fancy Gemstone.
8.22 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
29.70 Carat Natural Loose Sugarloaf Amethyst Cabochons For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sugarloaf Amethyst Cabochon
Weight: 29.70 Carats
Sizes: 8.50, 11.95 And 9.05 Carat
Colour
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
10.40 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Sugarloaf Cabochon For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Sugarloaf Cabochon
Color: Purple
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Amethyst, a stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
10.6ct Cabochon Red Rubelite Tourmaline Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Discover the captivating allure of our 10.6-carat Cabochon Red Rubelite Tourmaline Gemstone. This
Category
2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline
Natural Ruby 14.30 Carat Handmade Carving Fancy Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Red Ruby Handmade Carving Fancy Gemstone.
14.30 Carat with a elegant Red color and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
5.75 Carat Natural Loose Dual Madeira Citrine Pairs Sugarloaf Cabochon
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Madeira Citrine Sugarloaf Cabochon
Weight: 5.75 Carats
Dimension: 8.8 x 8.8 x 6.2 Mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
Opal Ethiopian 25.49Ct natural gemstone, Oval cabochon, Ethiopia, GFCO certified
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Daugavpils, LV
: Opal
Gemstone size: 26.44x20.65x11.38mm
Cut Grade: Very Good
Gemstone Shape: Pear Cabochon
Gemstone
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
W 0.82 in D 0.45 in L 1.05 in
6.66 Carat Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
excellent luster. A purrr-fectly wonderful gemstone!
Custom designs available. Please send us a message to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Cat’s Eye
14.00 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Opal Cabochon
Weight: 14.00 Carats
Dimension: 17.5 x 15.6 x 11 Mm
Origin: Ethiopia
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Lovely Natural Loose Moonstone Gem 6.60 Carats Indian Gemstone for Rings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information:
GEMSTONE NAME: Lovely Natural Loose Moonstone Gem
WEIGHT: 6.60 carats
DIMENSIONS: 12.0 x 8.1 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Moonstone
7.40 Carat Loose Dual Sugarloaf Madeira Citrine Cabochon Round Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Dual Sugarloaf Madeira Citrine Cabochon
Weight: 7.40 Carats
Dimension: 10 x 10 x 7.7 Mm And
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
47.32 Carats Colombian Emerald Carved Cabochon & Round Layout Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
47.32 Carats Colombian Emerald Carved Cabochon & Round Layout Natural Gemstone
Gemstone - Emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Pear-Shaped Citrine Cabochon Gemstones Cts 118.42
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This set features six citrine cabochon pear-shaped gemstones, totaling 118.42 carats.
Mined from
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
5.65 Carats Natural Loose Sugarloaf Cabochon Indicolite Tourmaline Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Indicolite Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon
Weight: 5.65 Carats
Dimension: 9.4 x 8.4 x 8.3 Mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Indicolite
W 0.34 in D 0.33 in L 0.38 in
76.24 Carats Burmese Tourmaline cabochon plain for Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
76.24 Carats Burmese Tourmaline cabochon plain for Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
11.93 Carats Top Quality Rubellite Tourmaline Oval Cabochon Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This is a one of a kind of rubellite tourmaline with vivid color tone.
Gemstone - Rubellite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline
11.10 Carat Burmese Spinel Cabochon Plain for Fine Jewellery Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
11.10 Carat Burmese Spinel Cabochon Plain for Fine Jewellery Natural Gemstone
Gemstone - Spinel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
69.20 Carat Burmese Spinel Cabochon Plain for Fine Jewellery Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
69.20 Carat Burmese Spinel Cabochon Plain for Fine Jewellery Natural Gemstone
Gemstone - Spinel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
0.27 Ct Rare gemstone red beryl red emerald cabochon certified Guild
Located in bangkok, TH
RE03
Name: red beryl red emerald cabochon
weight: 0.27ct
origin: American
color: red
clarity
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Emerald
23.14 Carats Colombian Top Emerald Carved Pear Cabochon Layout Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
23.14 Carats Colombian Top Emerald Carved Pear Cabochon Layout Natural Gemstone
Gemstone - Emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
8.50 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia, Africa
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Opal Cabochon
Weight: 8.50 Carats
Dimension: 18.4 x 12.9 x 7.3 Mm
Origin: Ethiopia
Treatment
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
92.86 Carats Top Quality Rubellite Tourmaline Cabochon 4 Pieces Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gemstone - Rubellite Tourmaline
Weight - 92.86 Ct
Size - 10x12.5 To 18x23 MM
Piece - 4
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline
Unheated 2.23 Carat Burmese Star Ruby, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unheated Burmese star ruby is a near perfect round, weighs 2.23 carats and has a beautiful, delicate 6-rayed star! It is a vivid, highly-saturated, purplish red color and semi-t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby, Star Ruby
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Loose Cabochon Gemstone For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate loose cabochon gemstone for your needs in our varied inventory. Creating a loose cabochon gemstone has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Merkaba and Tamir are consistently popular. A loose cabochon gemstone can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 4 Sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and oval cut alternatives. Finding a loose cabochon gemstone for sale for men should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.
How Much is a Loose Cabochon Gemstone?
The price for a loose cabochon gemstone starts at $160 and tops out at $39,960 with these rings, on average, selling for $12,908.
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.