$144Sale Price|20% Off
5.55 Carat Natural Loose Honey Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Honey Citrine Weight: 5.55 Carats Dimension: 12.4 x 8.7 x 7.2 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Citrine is a vibrant yellow to orange v...
Citrine
$144Sale Price|20% Off
17.70 Carat Natural Loose Honey Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Honey Citrine Weight: 17.70 Carats Dimension: 20 x 15 x 9.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non - Citrine is a vibrant yellow to orange variety of quartz, prized ...
Citrine
$144Sale Price|20% Off
5.20 Carat Natural Loose Kunzite Pair Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
The gemstone is frequently cut into various shapes, including ovals, emerald cuts, and cushions, enhancing its delicate charm.
Kunzite, Other
$560Sale Price|20% Off
Loose Natural Aquamarine – 10.01 Carats (Emerald Cut, EGL Certified, Heated)
Located in New York, NY
Loose Natural Aquamarine – 10.01 Carats (Emerald Cut, EGL Certified, Heated) An exceptional natural aquamarine gemstone, presented as a loose stone and expertly fashioned in a sophi...
Aquamarine
3.75 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.75 carat Dimensions 9.6x7.3x5.9mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald AG384 This magnificent 3.75-carat natural bicolor tourmaline captivates wi...
Tourmaline
3.25 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 3.25 Carats Dimension: 12.1 x 5.9 x 4.6 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color; Imperial Golden Treatment: Non Certificate...
Imperial Topaz, Other
3.55 Carat Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Tourmaline Weight: 3.55 Carat Dimension: 12 x 6 x 5.4 Mm Colour: Pink Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is a captivat...
Tourmaline, Other
Bicolor Tourmaline 3.30 Carats Natural Loose Gemstome Emerald Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Bicolor Tourmaline Weight: 3.30 Carats Dimension: 9.5 x 7.9 x 5 Mm Shape: Emerald Colour: Black & Blue Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand .
Tourmaline, Other
3.95 Carat Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Tourmaline Weight: 3.95 Carat Dimension: 11.9 x 7 x 5.7 Mm Colour: Pink Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is a capti...
Tourmaline, Other
$384Sale Price|20% Off
7.0 Carat Natural Loose Lemon Quartz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Yellow Lemon Quartz Weight: 7.00 Carat Dimension: 13.6 x 9.5 x 8.6 Mm Origin; Brazil Color: Lemon Yellow Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Yellow Lemon Quartz is a vibrant, transluc...
Quartz, Other
4.10 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 4.10 Carats Dimension: 15.8 x 6.2 x 4.0 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color; Imperial Golden Treatment: Non Certificate:...
Imperial Topaz, Other
$320Sale Price|20% Off
2.60 Carats Natural Loose Mintgreen Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.60 Carats Dimension: 7.8x6.8x5.4 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Mint Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Mint green tourma...
Tourmaline
2.05 Carat Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight: 2.05 Carat Dimension: 7.6 x 6 x 4.7 Mm Colour: Red Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Rhodolite garnet, a gemstone ce...
Garnet, Rhodolite, Other
Pastel Green Color Prasiolite Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone for Jewellery 14mm
Located in Peshawar, PK
Description: This exceptional loose Prasiolite gemstone showcases an elegant, elongated emerald cut, tailored to highlight its serene pastel mint-green hue and brilliant clarity.
Quartz
3.35 Carats Natural Rubellite Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Emerald Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Weight: 3.35 Carats Dimension: 10.4 x 7.1 x 5.6 Mm Shape: Emerald Colour: Pinkish-Red Origin: Afghanistan Certificate: On Demand .
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Other
9.45 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Emerald Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 9.45 carat Dimensions 7.2x9.3x8.2mm Treatment None Origin Brazilian Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald AG286 This magnificent 9.45-carat natural purple amethyst capt...
Amethyst
2.45 Carats Natural Bicolour Loose Tourmaline Gemstone Emerald Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Faceted Tricolour Tourmaline Weight: 2.45 Carats Dimension: 8.3 x 6.1 x 5.4 Mm Colour: Blue, Green Shape: Emerald Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand . Bicolo...
Tourmaline
2.40 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.40 carat Dimensions 7.8x6.8x5.1mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald AG263 This exquisite 2.40-carat natural bi-color tourmaline captivates wi...
Tourmaline
40.70 Carat Natural Loose Golden Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Golden Topaz Weight: 40.70 Carats Dimension: 18.6 x 16 x 13.6 Mm Origin: Skardu, Pakistan Color; Golden Clarity: Included Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Golden Topa...
Topaz, Other
47.80 Carat Natural Loose Golden Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Golden Topaz Weight: 47.80 Carats Dimension: 21 x 18 x 13 Mm Origin: Skardu, Pakistan Color; Golden Clarity: Included Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Golden Topaz is...
Topaz, Other
$240Sale Price|20% Off
5.65 Carat Natural Loose Lemon Quartz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Yellow Lemon Quartz Weight: 5.65 Carat Dimension: 11.9 x 9.5 x 8.1 Mm Origin; Brazil Color: Lemon Yellow Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Yellow Lemon Quartz is a vibrant, transluce...
Quartz
4.05 Carat Natural Loose Parti Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Parti Tourmaline Weight: 4.05 Carat Dimension: 11.4 x 7.6 x 5.2 Mm Colour: Black, Seafoam, Grey And Blue Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Dem...
Tourmaline, Other
$338Sale Price|24% Off
2.65 Carat Natural Loose Rutile Peridot Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rutile Peridot Weight: 2.65 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 6.8 x 5 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color: Light Green Treatment: Non Pakistan peridot is a stunning variety of t...
Peridot
$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...
Aquamarine
$384Sale Price|20% Off
5.55 Carat Natural Loose Hessonite Garnet Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Hessonite Garnet Weight: 5.55 Carats Dimension: 12.2 x 8.7 x 5.4 Mm Origin: Madagascar Shape: Emerald Color: Deep Orange Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Hessonite garn...
Garnet, Hessonite, Other
$336Sale Price|20% Off
12.10 Carat Natural Loose Yellow Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 12.10 Carats Dimension: 18.8 x 10.2 x 8.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Color: Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Citrine is a vibrant,...
Citrine
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Huge 34.60 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Stone: Amethysts Weight : 34.60 Carats Dimension: 23 x 17.1 x 12.8 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Color: Purple Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Amethyst, a stunni...
Amethyst, Other
7.55 Carat Natural Loose Parti Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Parti Colour Tourmaline Weight: 7.55 Carat Dimension: 14.5 x 8.6 x 6.8 Mm Colour: Black, Green, Blue Seafoam And Light Seafoam Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certifi...
Tourmaline, Other
$480Sale Price|20% Off
43.60 Carat Natural Loose Yellow Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 43.60 Carats Dimension: 25 x 17.1 x 14.5 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Color: Yellow Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Citrine is a vibrant, ...
Citrine
$150Sale Price|50% Off
2.75 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Amethyst Weight: 2.75 Carats Dimension: 10.7 x 6.6 x 5.5 Mm Colour: Light Green Origin: Brazil Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Shape: Emerald Amethyst, a stunnin...
Amethyst
$280Sale Price|20% Off
7.05 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Amethyst Weight: 7.05 Carats Dimension: 12.7 x 9.8 x 8.4 Mm Colour: Light Green Origin: Brazil Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Shape: Emerald Amethyst, a stunnin...
Amethyst
8.35 Carats Natural Loose Bicolour Tourmaline Gemstone Emerald Shape
Located in Brisbane, AU
Faceted Bicolour Tourmaline Weight: 8.35 Carats Dimension: 15 x 9.9 x 5.8 Mm Colour: Black & Dark Pink Shape: Emerald Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand . Bi...
Tourmaline
$624Sale Price|20% Off
8.35 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 8.35 Carats Dimension: 13.8 x 8.8 x 7 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color; Imperial Golden Treatment: Non Certificate: On...
Imperial Topaz, Other
$680Sale Price|20% Off
21.40 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Emerald Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 21.40 carat Dimensions 21x13.4x10.8 mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 21.40 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst is an impressi...
Amethyst
$560Sale Price|20% Off
6.85 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 6.85 Carats Dimension: 15.5 x 7.9 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color; Imperial Golden Treatment: Non Certificate: ...
Imperial Topaz, Other
$224Sale Price|20% Off
2.85 Carat Natural Loose Rare Scapolite Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Scapolite Weight: 2.85 Carat Dimension: 10.7 x 6.1 x 4.9 Mm Colour: Light Yellow Shape : Emerald Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Origin: Tanzania Scapolite is a lesse...
Other
$616Sale Price|20% Off
7.00 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz Weight: 7.00 Carats Dimension: 14.5 x 8.6 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color; Imperial Golden Treatment: Non Certificate: ...
Imperial Topaz, Other
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Tri Colour Tourmaline Emerald Cut Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tri-Colour Tourmaline Weight: 1.65 Carat Dimension: 10 x 4.6 x 3.9 Mm Colour: Black, Blue And Green Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand ...
Tourmaline, Other
1.05 Carat Natural Loose Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.05 carat Dimensions 10.6x3.8x3.0mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald This elegant 1.05-carat natural Blue Tourmaline from Afghanistan showca...
Tourmaline
$144Sale Price|20% Off
3.45 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Amethyst Weight: 3.45 Carats Dimension: 9.5 x 7.5 x 6.7 Mm Colour: Light Green Origin: Brazil Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Shape: Emerald Amethyst, a stunning ...
Amethyst
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Watermelon Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.65 carat Dimensions 9.6x5.7x3.8mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald AG104 This exceptional 1.65-carat natural Watermelon Tourmaline from A...
Tourmaline
Natural Peridot Gemstones, Emerald Cut Peridot Loose Gemstone 3.22 CT
Located in Peshawar, PK
weight : 3.22 carat Dimensions : 9.000 * 7.000 * 5.500 mm Shape : Emerald Cut Color : Green Clarity : SI Clean Treatment : Natural Hardness : 6.5-7 Origin : Mansehra, Abbottabad Fami...
Peridot
$464Sale Price|20% Off
13.85 Carat Natural Loose Greenish Amethyst Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 13.85 carat Dimensions 18.1x11.6x9.7mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 13.85 carat Natural Loose Greenish Amethyst from Africa is an ...
Amethyst
$224Sale Price|20% Off
9.95 Carat Natural Loose Lemon Quartz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Yellow Lemon Quartz Weight: 9.95Carats Dimension: 15 x 10.1 x 9.3 Mm Origin; Brazil Color: Lemon Yellow Shape: Emerald Treatment: Non Yellow Lemon Quartz is a vibrant, translucent...
Quartz
$320Sale Price|20% Off
13 Carat Natural Loose Lemon Quartz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Lemon Quartz Weight: 13 Carats Dimension: 17.8 x 11.6 x 8.9 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Certificate: On Demand Colour: Yellow Lemon quartz citrine, a dazzling gemstone,...
Quartz
$320Sale Price|20% Off
12.70 Carat Natural Loose Lemon Quartz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Lemon Quartz Weight: 12.70 Carats Dimension: 17.3 x 11.1 x 9.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Certificate: On Demand Colour: Yellow Lemon quartz citrine, a dazzling gemsto...
Quartz
$132Sale Price|30% Off
1.54 Carat Bicolor Natural Tourmaline, Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone, Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pink Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, Emerald Cut, Transparent Multi-Color Stone from Afghanistan for Custom Ring, Pendant, Necklace & Fine Jewelry, Genuine High-Qualit...
Tourmaline
$168Sale Price|20% Off
5.10 Carat Natural Loose Yellow Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 5.10 Carats Dimension: 10.9 x 10.2 x 7.3 Mm Origin: Brazil Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Shape: Emerald Citrine, a radiant and versatile gemstone, enc...
Citrine
$656Sale Price|20% Off
4.80 Carat Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Tourmaline Weight: 4.80 Carat Dimension : 12.2 x 7.6 x 6.3 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Colour: Pink Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is a capt...
Tourmaline, Other
$144Sale Price|20% Off
8.65 Carat Natural Loose Yellow Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 8.65 Carats Dimension: 14 x 10.3 x 8.7 Mm Origin: Brazil Treatment: Non Certficate: On Demand Shape: Emerald Citrine, a radiant and versatile gemstone, encha...
Citrine
$320Sale Price|20% Off
1.35 Carat Natural Loose Purple Spinel Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Purple Spinel Weight : 1.35 Carat Dimension : 7.6 x 5.7 x 3.4 Mm Colour : Purple Treatment: Non Origin: Tanzania Shape : Emerald Certificate: On Demand Spinel is a captiva...
Spinel
$384Sale Price|20% Off
4.10 Carat Natural Loose Goshenite Aquamarine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Goshenite Weight: 4.10 Carats Dimension: 11.3 x 7 x 6.7 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color: Blue Certficate; On Customer Demand . Goshenite, a captivating and pristin...
Aquamarine, Beryl
$760Sale Price|20% Off
2.85 Carat Natural Loose Seafoam Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Seafoam Tourmaline Weight: 2.85 Carat Dimension : 9 x 6.3 x 6 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Colour: Seafoam Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is a cap...
Tourmaline, Other
$400Sale Price|20% Off
3.40 Carat Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight: 3.40 Carats Dimension: 9.3 x 7.6 x 4.7 Mm Colour: Red Origin: Tanzania, Africa Treatment: Non Shape : Emerald Rhodolite garnet, a gemstone celebrate...
Garnet, Rhodolite
$675Sale Price / set|30% Off
Natural Vibrant Pink Tourmaline Emerald Cut 6.21 Carat Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vibrant Pink Natural Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gemstones Set – Faceted Earth-Mined Pink Tourmaline for Earrings, Statement Ring, Pendant, Custom Fine Jewelry, October Birthstone, ...
Tourmaline
34.85 Carat Mixed Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Watermelon and Mixed Bicolor Natural Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel. High Quality Tourmaline Loose Stones Lot for Ring, Pendant Earrings, Bracelet, Necklace, Enga...
Tourmaline
Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone, 8.18 Carat, Oil Treated, 11mm Round
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
Emerald
Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone, 2.89 Ct Oval, Oil Treatment, New
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
Emerald
Collection Grade Soft Pink Color Emerald Cut Kunzite (Spodumene) Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Faceted Kunzite Family Spodumene Weight 106.50 carats Dimension 29.9 x 21.9 x 18.9 mm Origin Kunar, Afghanistan Color Soft Violet Pink Treatment Minor Standa...
Kunzite
$400Sale Price|20% Off
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
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.