3.00 Carat Natural Loose Fanta Color Spessartite Garnet Trilliant Cut Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Trilliant This 3.00 Carat Natural Loose Fanta Color Spessartite Garnet displays a vivid, electric
Garnet
2.75 Carat Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pair Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pair Weight: 2.75 Carats Dimension: 6.3 x 5.4 x 4.2 Mm And 6.3 x 5.5 x 4.3
Garnet, Rhodolite
2.25 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
warmth and depth associated with fine garnets. Expertly crafted in a crisp Asscher cut, the gemstone
Garnet
3.75 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Hexagon Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fancy Hexagon This 3.75 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet showcases a rich, vibrant red hue that
Garnet
Garnet Malaya Natural Loose Gemstone 3.13 Ct. Octagon cut, Tanzania, certificate
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Malaya Garnet Loose gemstone Laboratory certified GFCO Gemstone Color: Orangy-Pink
Garnet
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald This 1.70 Carat Natural Bright Red Garnet from Tanzania is a striking gemstone admired for
Garnet
2.00 Carat Certified Natural Loose Spessartine Garnet Pear Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Pear This 2.00-carat certified spessartine garnet exhibits a vibrant, fiery orange hue that
Garnet
9.27ct Rhodolite Garnet Loose Gemstone Raspberry Hue Merkaba Jewelry BH
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this natural 9.27 carat rhodolite garnet presents a
Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$240Sale Price|20% Off
2.25 Carats Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone From Madagascar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Red Shape: Cushion Certificate: On Customer Demand . Rhodolite garnet, a striking gemstone that
Garnet, Rhodolite
$480Sale Price|20% Off
4.10 Carat Natural Loose Pinkish Red Garnet Baguette Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape Cut Baguette This 4.10 carat Natural Loose Pinkish Red Garnet from Tanzania is a striking
Garnet
$168Sale Price|20% Off
2.80 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Scissors Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Scissors This 2.80 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet showcases a rich, vibrant red hue enhanced by an
Garnet
$384Sale Price|20% Off
4.10 Carat Natural Loose Reddish Orange Garnet Cushion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion This 4.10 Carat Natural Loose Reddish Orange Garnet glows with a captivating fiery hue
Garnet
$336Sale Price|20% Off
4.30 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion This 4.30 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone is a gemstone of fiery brilliance and
Garnet
$184Sale Price|20% Off
2.00 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion This 2.00 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet is a striking gemstone, beautifully crafted in a
Garnet
$224Sale Price|20% Off
1.55 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Red Garnet Trillion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Trillion Celebrate timeless beauty with this 1.55 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Red Garnet, expertly
Garnet
$160Sale Price|20% Off
1.75 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Fancy Cushion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Precision Cushion This 1.75 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet is a striking gemstone sourced from the gem
Garnet
$184Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald This 1.50 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet displays a vivid and passionate red hue
Garnet
$695Sale Price|30% Off
Reddish Pink Natural Rhodolite Garnet Asscher Cut 5.32 Carat Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Reddish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Asscher Cut Loose Gemstone – Faceted Earth-Mined Reddish Pink
Garnet, Rhodolite
2.00 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald This 2.00 carat Natural Bright Red Garnet from Africa showcases a vivid, fiery red hue with
Garnet
$336Sale Price|20% Off
1.90 Carat Natural Loose Spessartite Fanta Garnet Round Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Round This 1.90 Carat Natural Loose Spessartite Fanta Garnet is a dazzling gemstone sourced from
Garnet
$496Sale Price|20% Off
5.60 Carat Loose Pinkish Red Pyrope Garnet Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald This 5.60 Carat Loose Pinkish Red Pyrope Garnet is a captivating gemstone sourced
Garnet
$184Sale Price|20% Off
2.90 Carat Natural Loose Brownish Garnet Stone Cushion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion This 2.90 carat Natural Brownish Garnet is a beautifully warm and distinctive gemstone
Garnet
$344Sale Price|20% Off
4.55 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald This 4.55 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet captivates with its intense, fiery
Garnet
$184Sale Price|20% Off
0.95 Carat Natural Loose Orange Fire Mali Garnet Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Oval This 0.95 Carat Natural Loose Mali Garnet displays a stunning orange fire hue, beautifully
Garnet
$624Sale Price|20% Off
4.37 Carat Certified Natural Loose Spessartite Garnet Pear Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear This stunning 4.37 Carat Certified Natural Loose Spessartite Garnet features a vivid orange
Garnet
$160Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Hexagon Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Hexagon This 1.50 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet from Tanzania displays an intense
Garnet
2.75 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Fancy Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
known for producing richly saturated garnets, this gemstone offers impressive clarity and a strong face
Garnet
$188Sale Price|20% Off
2.10 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Emerald Cut Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bright Red Garnet Loose Gemstone From Malawi, Available For Sale at Wholesale Price Natural High
Garnet
$440Sale Price|20% Off
4.35 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald This stunning 4.35 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone from Tanzania displays a captivating
Garnet
$344Sale Price|20% Off
5.40 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Hexagon Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Hexagon This 5.40 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone showcases a striking Hexagon Cut
Garnet
$760Sale Price|20% Off
10.20 Carat Natural Loose Deep Red Garnet Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald Introducing an impressive 10.20 Carat Natural Deep Red Garnet, expertly fashioned in
Garnet
$224Sale Price|20% Off
2.45 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Cushion This beautiful 2.45 Carat Natural Red Garnet showcases a deep, vivid red hue with
Garnet
$368Sale Price|20% Off
1.35 Carat Natural Loose Green Tsavorite Garnet Oval Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Oval This 1.35 Carat Natural Loose Green Tsavorite Garnet from Tanzania features a dazzling oval
Garnet, Tsavorite
2.17ct Pink Purple Natural Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.17ct Pink Purple Natural Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 8x7mm VVS Fine Natural
Garnet, Rhodolite
$144Sale Price|20% Off
1.90 Carat Natural Loose Orange Hessonite Garnet Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald This 1.90 Carat Natural Loose Orange Hessonite Garnet is a mesmerizing gemstone known for
Garnet, Hessonite
$256Sale Price|20% Off
3.75 Carat Natural Loose Vibrant Red Garnet Hexagonal Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Hexagonal Showcasing bold elegance, this 3.75 Carat Natural Loose Vibrant Red Garnet is uniquely
Garnet
$216Sale Price|20% Off
2.10 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Trilliant Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Trilliant Introducing a vibrant 2.10 Carat Natural Bright Red Garnet, expertly shaped in a
Garnet
$176Sale Price|20% Off
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Cushion This 1.70 carat Natural Red Garnet is a vibrant and eye-catching gemstone sourced
Garnet
$224Sale Price|20% Off
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Custom Precision Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Precision Cushion Enhance your collection with this 1.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet, expertly
Garnet
$256Sale Price|20% Off
3.20 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Scissors Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Scissors This 3.20 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone features a striking scissors cut, bringing
Garnet
$256Sale Price|20% Off
2.10 Carat Natural Loose Reddish Pink Garnet Scissors Cut Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Scissors This 2.10 Carat Natural Loose Reddish Pink Garnet Stone features a rare and captivating
Garnet
9.01 ct Mandarin Spessartite Garnet Pear Cut Loose Gemstone – Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
9.01 ct Mandarin Spessartite garnet, pear cut (15.8 x 9.8 mm), offered loose for custom jewelry by
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, P...
$280Sale Price|20% Off
4.45 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald This striking 4.45-carat natural red garnet captivates with its deep, passionate hue
Garnet
$200Sale Price|20% Off
2.35 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald This 2.35 Carat Natural Red Garnet from Tanzania is a striking gemstone that radiates
Garnet
$160Sale Price|20% Off
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Asscher Cut Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Quality 1.70 Carats Octagon Shape, VVS Clarity Loose Garnet From Malawi. Product Information: GEMSTONE
Garnet, Rhodolite
$256Sale Price|20% Off
2.20 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Cushion Precision Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Cushion Precision This 2.20 Carat Natural Red Garnet from Tanzania is a striking gemstone
Garnet
$144Sale Price|20% Off
1.55 Carat Natural Loose Orange Spessartite Garnet Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
, confidence, and optimism, spessartite garnet is a remarkable choice for those seeking a gemstone with both
Garnet
Natural Garnet Rhodolite loose gemstone 9.03 ct. Heart cut, Tanzania Certificate
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Garnet Rhodolite Loose Gemstone 9.03 ct. Laboratory certified GFCO Gemstone Color
Garnet, Rhodolite
$424Sale Price|20% Off
4.10 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape Cut Cushion This striking 4.10 Carat Natural Red Garnet displays a rich, deep red hue with
Garnet
$360Sale Price|20% Off
7.80 Carat Natural Loose Heart Shaped Red Garnet Lot Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
7.80-carat lot features beautifully crafted heart-shaped Red Garnets sourced from Madagascar, known for
Garnet
Natural Garnet Loose gemstone 3.13 ct., Octagon cut, Rare Color, Origin Tanzania
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Dublin, D
Natural Garnet Loose gemstone GFCO certified Gemstone Color: yellowish orange Gemstone Type
Garnet
6.20 Carat Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Shape Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight: 6.20 Carats Dimension: 11.1 x 9 x 7 Mm Colour: Red Origin: Tanzania
Garnet, Rhodolite
AIG Certified 9.96 Carat Natural Loose Almandine Garnet Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Almandine Garnet Weight: 9.96 Carat Dimension: 16.98 x 8.83 x 6.53 Mm Colour: Vivid Red
Garnet
$144Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Red Malawi Garnet Gemstone For Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Purplish Red Garnet Gemstone, Available For Sale at Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
Garnet
3.90 Carat Natural Loose Red Color Garnet Oval Fancy Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Oval Fancy This 3.90 Carat Natural Loose Red Garnet showcases a rich and vibrant red hue that
Garnet
10.05 Carat Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Round Shape Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight: 10.05 Carats Dimension: 12.4 x 12.4 x 8.8 Mm Colour: Red Origin
Garnet, Rhodolite, Other
$304Sale Price|20% Off
1.35 Carat Natural Loose Green Tsavorite Garnet Oval Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Oval This vibrant 1.35 carat natural Tsavorite Garnet displays an intense, rich green hue that is
Garnet, Tsavorite
Vintage and antique garnet jewelry has been around for a long time.
Garnets have been used for adornment going all the way back to the Bronze Age. While we will never know if garnets can be used to prevent plagues or heal warriors, as has been suggested, we do know that both the Egyptians and the Romans felt that it was a worthy stone to set in gold for their nobility. In more “recent” times, garnets were ubiquitous in Victorian jewelry. The “G” in REGARD rings, the equivalent of the modern-day engagement ring, implied garnet.
Garnets were also highly valued in the region of Bohemia. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has in its collection an antique hairpin with Bohemian pyrope garnets from the Czech Republic. Bohemian pyrope got its name from Bohuslav Balbín, sometimes referred to as the “Czech Pliny,” in 1679. Abundant in the region, it was used often in jewelry during this time. In fact, it became so popular that in 1762, Empress Marie Terezie forbade its export. Stonecutting workshops opened in several regions across Bohemia, and pyrope became the country’s mineralogical symbol. While there was never a decline in its popularity, it was only in the mid-20th century that garnets enjoyed a revival.
Garnets can come in many shapes and sizes — one of the largest ever discovered is a 68.82-carat Tsavorite garnet. This stone is also in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, Brazil’s mines are rich in garnets, including spessartine, which can also be found in the Myanmar area, recognized for a specific shade of reddish-orange. While red garnets are the most popular, garnets actually come in a medley of colors.
Find a collection of antique and vintage garnet rings, necklaces and other jewelry today on 1stDibs.
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.