$976Sale Price|30% Off
W 0.32 in D 0.2 in L 0.37 in
Natural Unheated Purplish Pink Mahenge Spinel 3.10 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Natural Unheated Mahenge Purplish Pink Spinel Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone, Investment Grade
Spinel
$804Sale Price|30% Off
W 0.26 in D 0.17 in L 0.41 in
Natural Unheated Purplish Pink Mahenge Spinel 2.74 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Natural Unheated Mahenge Purplish Pink Spinel Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone, Investment Grade
Spinel
$900
W 0.52 in D 0.3 in L 0.31 in
Bolivian Ametrine Gemstone Pair 11.70 Ct Brazil Natural Purple Yellow Loose Gems
Located in Peshawar, PK
well as balance mental stability and self-confidence 💎 Gemstone Details Gem Type: Ametrine (Quartz
Quartz
$1,100
W 0.67 in D 0.43 in L 0.67 in
Unique 12.13 Carat Hexagon Amethyst Star of David Cut Loose Gem - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Distinctive Amethyst with Star of David Faceting Offered loose, this unique 12.13 carat hexagon
Amethyst, Quartz
$944Sale Price|30% Off
W 0.24 in D 0.2 in L 0.41 in
Natural Unheated Purplish Pink Mahenge Spinel 2.87 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Natural Unheated Mahenge Purplish Pink Spinel Step Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone, Investment
Spinel
9.64-Carat Bluish Green Tourmaline Elongated Emerald Cut Loose Gem by Tamir
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
shape and offered loose and unmounted for collectors, connoisseurs, and custom jewelry clients. This
Tourmaline, Other, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold...
Gia Certified 1.02ct Untreated Dark Blue Sapphire Round Cut Untreated Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Gia Certified 1.02ct Untreated Dark Blue Sapphire Round Cut Untreated Loose Gem GIA Certified
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
$478Sale Price|30% Off
W 0.55 in D 0.36 in L 0.56 in
Natural Green Peridot with Ludwigite Inclusions 14.60 Ct Emerald Cut Loose Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Green Peridot Loose Gemstone with Ludwigite Needle Inclusions – Emerald Cut Olivine Stone
Peridot
$16,900
W 0.33 in L 0.49 in
2.98 Carat Mahenge Pink Spinel Fancy Cut Loose Gem - Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 2.98 carat Mahenge pink spinel, offered loose and unmounted, featuring a distinctive
Spinel, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$7,290
W 0.32 in D 0.24 in L 0.4 in
6.70ctw Loupe Clean Purplish Blue Tanzanite Oval Pair Loose Gems Merkaba BH
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this exceptional matched pair of natural tanzanite
Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.77 Carat 11x8 Bubbly Colombian Emerald - Pear-Cut May Birthstone Loose Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.77-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Yellowish Green Measurements: 11.42mm x 8.11mm x 5.86mm Geographic Origin: Col...
Emerald
3.35 Carat Certified Heart-Cut Colombian Emerald Vivid Muzo Green Loose Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.35-carats Shape: Heart Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Vivid Dark Muzo Green Measurements: 11.14mm x 8.83mm x 6.63mm Geographic Origin: Col...
Emerald
$896Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.45 in D 0.32 in L 0.78 in
Sea Blue 12.39 Carat Royal Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Loose Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine was acquired as a rough piece of gem and it was about 35 Carat in rough Condition. It was cut by
Aquamarine
$901
H 0.29 in W 0.15 in D 0.28 in
Natural 1.60Ct Bi Colour Sapphire Unique Blue Green Cushion Cut Loose Gem If
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
NATURAL 1.60ct Bi Colour Sapphire UNIQUE Blue Green Cushion Cut Loose Gem IF Unique Natural
Sapphire
$1,109
H 0.3 in W 0.14 in D 0.23 in
Natual 1.29Ct Purple Blue Bi Colour Ceylon Sapphire Pear Cut Loose Gem 7.6X5.6mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
NATUAL 1.29ct Purple Blue BI COLOUR Ceylon Sapphire Pear Cut Loose Gem 7.6x5.6mm Natural Unique
Sapphire
1.11Ct Lilac Pink Purple Sapphire GRA Certified Round Cut No Heat Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.11Ct Lilac Pink Purple Sapphire GRA Certified Round Cut No Heat Loose Gem Natural Lilac Pink
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
$16,625Sale Price|30% Off
W 0.28 in D 0.24 in L 0.38 in
Lotus Certified 3.09Ct Medium Vivid Red Unheated Natural Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lotus Certified Medium Vivid Red Unheated Natural Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gemstone, Fine Quality
Ruby
$240Sale Price|20% Off
Excellent Bright Red Cut Garnet 2.50 Carats from Malawi Loose Gems Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
carats Vvs Clarity Loose Garnet from Malawi. Product Information: GEMSTONE NAME: Excellent Bright Red
Garnet
$210Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.37 in
Radiant Cut 3.21 Carat Red Rhodolite Garnet from Malawi Cocktail Ring Loose Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
garnet. Garnet is widely used as a gem, the most common color of Garnet is red, the most usual tones
Garnet, Rhodolite
$665
H 0.39 in W 0.18 in D 0.12 in
1.48ct Unique Green Sapphire Fancy Cushion Scissor Cut Loose Gem 9.8x4.5mm VVS
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.48ct Unique Green Sapphire Fancy Cushion Scissor Cut Loose Gem 9.8x4.5mm VVS Unique Natural
$479Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.4 in L 0.32 in
2.68 Carat Emerald-Cut Natural Golden Yellow to Honey Bi-Color Citrine Loose Gem
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
This remarkable 2.68-carat natural bi-color citrine displays a beautiful gradient of golden yellow transitioning into warm honey tones, capturing the essence of sunlight in gemstone ...
Citrine
$901
H 0.26 in W 0.19 in D 0.15 in
1.12ct Ceylon Sapphire Light Blue Oval Cut Natural 6.5x4.8mm Loose Gem VS
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.12ct Ceylon Sapphire Light Blue Oval Cut Natural 6.5x4.8mm Loose Gem VS Natural Ceylon Light
Sapphire
$901
H 0.28 in W 0.24 in D 0.14 in
1.23ct Bi Colour Sapphire Gra Certified Oval Cut Yellow Blue Loose Gem 6.9x5.8mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.23ct Bi Colour Sapphire Gra Certified Oval Cut Yellow Blue Loose Gem 6.9x5.8mm GRA Certified
Sapphire
$1,525
H 0.35 in W 0.24 in D 0.17 in
Fine 2.15ct Ceylon Sapphire Vivid Blue Oval Cut Natural 8.7x5.9mm Loose Gem VVS
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.15ct Ceylon Sapphire Vivid Blue Oval Cut Natural 8.7x5.9mm Loose Gem VVS Fine Natural
Sapphire
$1,040
H 0.27 in W 0.22 in D 0.17 in
1.25ct Bi Colour Sapphire Gra Certified Oval Cut Yellow Blue Loose Gem 6.7x5.5mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.25ct Bi Colour Sapphire Gra Certified Oval Cut Yellow Blue Loose Gem 6.7x5.5mm GRA Certified
Sapphire
1.11ct Lilac Pink Purple Sapphire Gra Certified Round Cut No Heat Loose Gem 6mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.11ct Lilac Pink Purple Sapphire Gra Certified Round Cut No Heat Loose Gem 6mm Natural Lilac Pink
Sapphire
Exclusive Spinel Collection 68 Pcs No Heat Gemstone
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Burmese Spinel Fancy Oval Waterfall Loose Gems Set Spinel fancy 100% natural oval loose gems set
Spinel
32.00 Carat Lot of exclusive Spinel Waterfall 42 Pcs No Heat Gemstone
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Spinel Oval Waterfall Loose Gems Set Spinel fancy 100% natural Burma oval loose gems set palette
Spinel
$680Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.56 in D 0.5 in L 0.62 in
21.20 Carat Natural Loose Purple Color Kunzite Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
gemstone is a standout choice for anyone seeking beauty, rarity, and sophistication in a fine loose gem.
Kunzite
$239Sale Price|20% Off
Azure Majesty: 2.19 Carat Octagonal Blue Topaz
Located in New York, NY
Behold the azure majesty of this 2.19-carat octagonal blue topaz. This loose gem showcases
Blue Topaz
$8,790
W 0.57 in D 0.43 in L 0.57 in
14.68 Carat Fall Bicolor Tourmaline Square Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
refined, giving the stone a distinctive presence that stands out in any serious loose gem collection
Tourmaline, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRA Certified 2.06ct Green Blue Sapphire Loose Cushion Cut Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GRA Certified 2.06ct Green Blue Sapphire Loose Cushion Cut Gem 9.3x6.4mm GRA Certified Deep Green
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
$304Sale Price|30% Off
W 0.2 in D 0.15 in L 0.24 in
Natural Green Emerald & Pink Ruby Reverse Pair 1.36 Ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
Fine Quality Natural Emerald and Ruby Pair, Oval Shape Faceted Loose Gems for Custom Jewelry Making
Emerald, Ruby
$3,949
W 0.4 in D 0.22 in L 0.36 in
4.58 carats GIA Certified Swat Green Emerald - Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone
Located in PARIS, FR
size combined with its classic emerald outline makes it a standout among loose gems of this weight
Emerald
1.91ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.91ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 8x7mm Loose Rare Gem VS Natural Deep Purple Spinel
Spinel
$277
H 0.18 in W 0.34 in D 0.25 in
2.03ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 8.5x6.3mm Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.03ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 8.5x6.3mm Loose Rare Gem VS Natural Deep Purple
Spinel
$1,800
W 0.3 in D 0.22 in L 0.38 in
3.07 Carat Tanzanite Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone 9.6 mm by Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cherished as a December birthstone. A Loose Gem for Design Your Dream This unmounted gemstone offers
Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$172Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.44 in D 0.32 in L 0.44 in
8.10 carats Quality Topaz Stone Asscher Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
admired as a loose gem, this exquisite Pakistani Topaz radiates timeless beauty and rarity.
Topaz
$216Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.23 in D 0.19 in L 0.25 in
1.39 carats Peachy Pink Topaz Stone Asscher Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
admired as a loose gem, this exquisite Pakistani Topaz radiates timeless beauty and rarity.
Topaz
$184Sale Price / set|30% Off
W 0.24 in D 0.15 in L 0.26 in
Natural Pink Ruby and Green Emerald 1.81 Ct Oval & Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
Fine Quality Natural Green Emerald and Pink Ruby, Octagon and Oval Shape Faceted Loose Gems for
Emerald, Ruby
10.45 Carats Intense Natural Loose Ametrine Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Ametrine Weight: 10.45 Carats Dimension: 13.9x10.6x9.2 MM Origin: Bolivia Shape: Emerald
Amethyst, Citrine, Other, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
$168Sale Price|20% Off
Precision Cut Malawi Loose Garnet Gem 2.15 Carats Loose Garnet for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Precision Cut Malawi Loose Garnet Gem, Available for sale at whole sale price natural high quality
Garnet
1.20 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Oval Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald Weight: 1.20 Carats Dimension: 8.1 x 6 x 3.7 Mm Origin: Zambia, Africa Shape : Oval
Emerald
1.90 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Asscher Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 1.90 Carats Dimension: 7.2 x 7.1 x 5.6 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Pakistan
Aquamarine
3.75 Carat Natural Loose Peridot Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Peridot Weight: 3.75 Carats Dimension: 9.4 x 8.8 x 6 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Cushion
Peridot
2.20 Carat Natural Loose Peridot Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Peridot Weight: 2.20 Carats Dimension: 7.9 x 6.7 x 5 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Cushion
Peridot
2.15 Carat Natural Loose Peridot Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Peridot Weight: 2.15 Carats Dimension: 8 x 7 x 5 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Cushion Color
Peridot
12.95 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
in a single gem. This striking gemstone is prized for its enchanting beauty and metaphysical
Amethyst, Citrine
Natural 11.15 Carats Yellow Bicolour Loose Citrine Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 11.15 Carats Dimension: 18.2x9.9x7.9 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Color
Citrine
$152Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.44 in D 0.28 in L 0.5 in
5.80 Carats Natural Loose Included Aquamarine Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine Weight: 5.80 Carats Dimension: 12.5x11x7 Mm Origin: Shigar Valley Shape: Cushion
Aquamarine
3.50 Carat Natural Loose Ametrine Pear Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
gem. This striking gemstone is prized for its enchanting beauty and metaphysical properties. The
Amethyst, Citrine
5.90 Carat Natural Loose Citrine Asscher Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Yellow Citrine Weight: 5.90 Carats Dimension: 11 x 11 x 8.1 Mm Origin: Brazil Cut: Asscher
Citrine
1.80 Carat Natural Loose Sea foam Tourmaline Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
colors within a single crystal, creating mesmerizing patterns and color combinations. The gem's name is
Tourmaline
3.15 Carat Natural Loose Bright Green Tourmaline Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
multiple colors within a single crystal, creating mesmerizing patterns and color combinations. The gem
Tourmaline
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 1.65 Carats Dimension: 6.9x6.6x3.6 Mm Origin: Madagascar Africa Shape
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Gorgeous 3.40 Carats Natural Loose Mint Tourmaline Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
colors within a single crystal, creating mesmerizing patterns and color combinations. The gem's name is
Tourmaline
$144Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.34 in D 0.29 in L 0.34 in
Stunning Loose Green Amethyst Ring Gem 3.30 Carats
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Amethyst Color: Light Green Weight: 3.30 Carats Dimension: 8.6x8.5x7.2 Mm Origin: Brazil
Amethyst, Quartz
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.