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Natural Light Green Loose Emerald Gemstone 1.50 Carats Loose Emerald
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Light Green Loose Emerald Gemstone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
10.74 Carat Loose Radiant Cut Light Green Emerald Gemstone
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This extraordinary loose emerald, boasting a substantial weight of 10.74 carats, commands attention
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Green Beryl
Vivid Yellow Green Sapphire 1.58ct Round Brilliant Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vivid Yellow Green Sapphire 1.58ct Round Brilliant Cut Loose Gemstone 6.5mm
Natural Yellow Green
Category
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.19 in Dm 0.26 in
Fine Green Colour Australian Sapphire 1.20ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Green Colour Australian Sapphire 1.20ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 7.2x5.5mm
Natural Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.22 in W 0.29 in D 0.15 in
3.60 Carats Natural Loose Light Green Emerald Beryl Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 3.60 Carat
Dimension: 11.3x7.8x5.7 Mm
Origin: Cushion
Color: Light Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Romantic Loose Gemstones
Materials
Green Beryl, Emerald, Beryl
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W 0.31 in D 0.23 in L 0.45 in
12.70ct Octagonal Cut Mint Green Tourmaline Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
our 12.70ct Octagonal Mint Green Inclusion Tourmaline—a gemstone that captures the imagination with
Category
2010s African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Unheated 8.63 Carat Blue Green Sapphire, Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 8.63 carat unheated sapphire has a beautiful, rich bluish-green color and is exceptionally
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
17.86 Carat Loose Tourmaline Gemstone, Genuine Green Rectangular
Located in Greensboro, NC
This gemstone has lovely green color and an attractive rectangular cut. It would make a most
Category
20th Century Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Green Beryl Ring Gem Princess Cut 15.52 Carat Unset Loose Gemstone
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
we carry an extensive world-class loose gemstone collection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Green Beryl, Beryl
3.05 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Loose Open Green Loose Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline
Weight: 3.05 Carats
Dimension: 10.3x6.3x5.4 Mm
Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.25 in D 0.22 in L 0.41 in
Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 5.49 Carat Oval Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Intense 5.49 carat Green Tourmaline oval gem, offered loose to a gemstone lover.
Returns are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 11.23 Carat Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Remarkable 11.23 carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion gem offered loose to a very precious lady or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Other
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W 0.44 in D 0.38 in L 0.54 in
Deep Blue Green Sapphire 1.20ct Pear Teardrop Cut Loose Gemstone 7x5.8mm VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Deep Blue Green Sapphire 1.20ct Pear Teardrop Cut Loose Gemstone 7x5.8mm VVS
Natural Australian
Category
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.16 in W 0.28 in D 0.23 in
Green Sapphire 2.54 Ct Cushion Natural Heated, loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
enhanced by heat.
This green sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.29 in D 0.21 in L 0.29 in
1.45 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
variety of the tourmaline gemstone family known for its delicate greenish-blue to bluish-green hues
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.24 in D 0.22 in L 0.25 in
Fine Vivid Green Colour Sapphire 0.79ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 6x4.8mm VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vivid Green Colour Sapphire 0.79ct Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 6x4.8mm VVS
Natural Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
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H 0.19 in W 0.24 in D 0.15 in
5.26 Carat Round Apple Green Peridot, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bright peridot has beautiful, open color and is so lively! It is an ideal apple green color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
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W 0.44 in D 0.31 in L 0.44 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 5.46 Carat Oval Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pastel Mint Green Tourmaline oval gem, weighing a total of 5.46 carats, offered loose to a world
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Green Tourmaline Earring Gems 6.44 Carat Unmounted Cushion Loose Gemstones
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Captivating 6.44 carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion pair, offered loose and unmounted to a top
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.32 in L 0.38 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Earring Gems 5.56 Carats Cushion Loose Gemstones
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
5.56 Carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion loose gemstone pair, offered unmounted to an exclusive
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.38 in L 0.3 in
Gorgeous Soft Green Loose Tourmaline Gemstone 2.30 Carats Tourmaline Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gorgeous Soft Green Loose Tourmaline Gemstone 2.30 carats from Afghanistan has a wonderful cut in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 10.64 Carat Rectangular Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Glamorous 10.64 carat Green Tourmaline rectangular cushion gem, offered loose to a world-class
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Other
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W 0.45 in D 0.31 in L 0.62 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 6.48 Carat Trillion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bright 6.48 carat Mint Green Tourmaline trillion shaped gem, offered loose to a very unique lady or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Other
1.33ct Vivid Green Vivid Tsavorite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.33ct Vivid Green Vivid Tsavorite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 7.4x6.3mm
Natural Vivid Green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Tsavorite
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H 0.13 in W 0.3 in D 0.25 in
1.80ct Fine Olive Green Tourmaline Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 8x6.8mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.80ct Fine Olive Green Tourmaline Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 8x6.8mm
Natural Olive Green Tourmaline
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstones Lot Natural Loose Tourmaline from Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstone Type Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstones Lot
Weight 7.45 carats
Weight Range 0.6 to 1.30 carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
4.10 Carats Natural Loose Bright Green Tourmaline Ring Jewelry Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Cushion
Color: Green
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Demand
Green Tourmaline, a gemstone of unparalleled
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.33 in D 0.28 in L 0.34 in
Pink Green Tourmaline Earring Gems 1.96 Carat Round Loose Gemstones
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Perfectly mismatched pair of Pink and Green Tourmaline unmounted round gemstones, weighing a total
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Pink Green Tourmaline Earring Gems 1.44 Carat Round Loose Gemstones
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Perfectly mismatched pair of Pink and Green Tourmaline unmounted round gemstones, weighing a total
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Pink Green Tourmaline Earrings Set 3.40 Carats Round Loose Gemstones
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Perfectly mismatched set of Pink and Green Tourmalines unmounted round gemstones, weighing a total
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
3.61ct Emerald Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be customized & made
Category
2010s Zambian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Gorgeous Fancy Cut 1.80 Carat Natural Green Loose Tourmaline Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Tourmaline
Weight : 1.80 Carats
Dimensions : 7.7x6.5x5.5 Mm
Origin : Kunar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Mint Green Sapphire 1.69 ct Radiant Cut Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
Fresh and zesty with citrus hints of lemon and lime is this natural mint green sapphire radiant cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.23 in D 0.16 in L 0.29 in
0.58 ct Lustrous Green Demantoid Garnet Loose Gemstone from Russia
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
grassy green color make this gemstone a valuable piece for a real gemstone connoisseur.
This 0.58. ct
Category
2010s Russian Russian Empire Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
6.14 Carat Tourmaline Gemstone, Cushion Cut Blue Green Loose Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shape/Cut: Cushion
Color: Blue Green
Origin: Afghanistan
Dimensions (mm): 11.3 x 9.1 x 8.3
Weight
Category
20th Century Afghan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
93.06 Carats Green Tourmaline Plain Tumbled Loose Gemstone Fine Jewelry Natural
Located in Jaipur, RJ
93.06 Carats Green Tourmaline Plain Tumbled Loose Gemstone Fine Jewelry Natural
Gemstone
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.99 in D 0.6 in L 1.23 in
Blue Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 5.05 Carat Cushion Unmounted Loose Gemstone
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
5.05 carat unisex Blue-Green Tourmaline cushion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.31 in D 0.25 in L 0.5 in
Blue Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 11.35 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magnificent 11.35 carat Bluish Green Tourmaline emerald cut gem, offered loose to an avid gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.39 in D 0.3 in L 0.66 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 4.52 Carat Unmounted Trillion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique 4.52 carat Mint Green Tourmaline Trillion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.43 in D 0.28 in L 0.43 in
Blue Green Tourmaline Gem 9.64 Carat Unset Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exclusive 9.64 carat elongated emerald-cut Bluish Green Tourmaline gem offered loose to a very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Other, Tourmaline
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 4.49 Carat Unmounted Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic 4.49 carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.35 in D 0.27 in L 0.42 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 3.46 Carat Unmounted Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vibrant 3.46 carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.31 in L 0.41 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 7.68 Carat Unmounted Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pristine 7.68 carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.44 in D 0.28 in L 0.52 in
5.60 Carats Natural Tsavorite Green Garnet Set Loose Gemstones From Kenya
Located in Bangkok, TH
allure of our 5.60 Carats Natural Tsavorite Green Garnet, a set of loose gemstones sourced from the lush
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Tsavorite
Rare Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones, 7.20 Ct-Emerald Cut Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Remarkable Green Emerald Cut Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones from Afghanistan! These Emerald Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.45 in D 0.29 in L 0.23 in
Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, 7.00 Carat Emerald Cut Afghani
Located in Peshawar, PK
indulge in the beauty of this premium loose gemstone.
Gemstone Type: Tourmaline
Weight: 7.00 Carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.33 in D 0.25 in L 0.63 in
Rare Green Emerald Cut Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, 5.35 Carat-Afghani
Located in Peshawar, PK
Magnificent yellowish green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, that has been finely cut and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.36 in D 0.26 in L 0.45 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 5.62 Carat Cushion Unmounted Loose Gemstone
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.
For your convenience we carry an extensive world-class loose gemstone collection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.46 in D 0.32 in L 0.47 in
Seafoam & Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones reverse pair, 3.85 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Elevate your jewelry creations with these enchanting natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones. Skillfully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.26 in D 0.21 in L 0.3 in
Gorgeous 5.70 Carats Light Green Loose Amethyst Prasiolite Pixel Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
known as green amethyst, is a captivating gemstone admired for its delicate green hue. This unique
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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W 0.28 in D 0.25 in L 0.73 in
Pretty Natural Loose Green Lagoon Tourmaline 3.55 Carat Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Lagoon Tourmaline
Weight: 3.55 Carats
Dimension: 11 x 7 x 5.4 Mm
Colour: Green Lagoon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.28 in D 0.22 in L 0.44 in
Long Emerald Shape 5.95 Carat Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline
Weight: 5.95 Carats
Dimension: 15.5 x 6.9 x 6 Mm
Colour: Mint Green
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.28 in D 0.24 in L 0.62 in
Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem 4.78 Carat Unmounted Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous 4.78 carat Mint Green Tourmaline cushion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a devoted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.34 in D 0.29 in L 0.43 in
5.20 Carat Pretty Natural Loose Green Lagoon Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Green Lagoon Tourmaline
Weight: 5.20 Carats
Dimension: 10.7 x 9 x 7 Mm
Colour: Green Lagoon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.36 in D 0.28 in L 0.43 in
1.27 Carats Loose Round Cut Emerald from Colombia Genuine Green Gemstone
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful loose round cut genuine natural emerald in 1.27 carats weight from Colombia. Its
Category
2010s Colombian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
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D 0.19 in Dm 0.27 in
2.40 Carats Green Loose Peridot Stone Scissors Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
rectangular
Cut scissor
The 2.40-carat Green Peridot Stone is a captivating natural Pakistani gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
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W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.34 in
1.65 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Oval Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstones are found.
In the world of jewelry design, mint green tourmaline has found its place in a variety
Category
Late 20th Century Afghan Baroque Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.24 in D 0.19 in L 0.32 in
8.38 Carats Loose Green Tourmaline Stone Scissors Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
jewellery
tourmaline gemstone
October birthstone tourmaline
green tourmaline stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.38 in D 0.32 in L 0.52 in
1.82 carats Green Chrome Loose Tourmaline Emerald Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
green tourmaline
tourmaline jewellery
tourmaline gemstone
tourmaline for sale
tourmaline price
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 7.09 in D 4.72 in L 7.25 in
Beauteous 1.10 Carats Loose Blueish Green Tourmaline Asscher Cut Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
for its stunning coloration that combines shades of blue and green within the same gemstone. Here are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.23 in D 0.18 in L 0.24 in
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Loose Gemstones Green For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact loose gemstones green you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 73 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect loose gemstones green may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A loose gemstones green from Merkaba, Tamir and Fine Jewels UK — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a loose gemstones green featuring Tourmaline from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also emerald cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a loose gemstones green for sale for women should be easy, but there are 67 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Loose Gemstones Green?
On average, a loose gemstones green at 1stDibs sells for $3,000, while they’re typically $27 on the low end and $77,080 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.
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