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Orange Spessartite Garnet, Faceted Gem, 15, 95 ct., loose Gemstone, natural
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
rarity of this gemstone is based on its size in combination with the color and clarity. gem measurements
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.15ct Fine Pinkish Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.15ct Fine Pinkish Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 6.8x5.6mm Loose Gemstone Natural Fine Purple
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

Natural 3.02ct Deep Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 3.02ct Deep Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval 9.2x7.4mm Loose Gemstone Natural Loose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Natural 2.28ct Vivid Pink Red Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 2.28ct Vivid Pink Red Rhodolite Garnet Cushion 8.7x7mm Loose Gemstone Natural Loose
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Natural 2.83ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 2.83ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Cut 11.3x7.7mm Loose Gemstone Natural Light Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Natural 2.83ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Cut Loose Gemstone
Natural 2.83ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Cut Loose Gemstone
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H 0.31 in W 0.45 in D 0.23 in
0.87ct Deep Blue Sapphire Square Cushion Cut IGI Certified Rare Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
0.87ct Deep Blue Sapphire Square Cushion Cut IGI Certified Rare Loose Gemstone Natural Deep Blue
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

1.56ct Natural Emerald Octagon 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

1.56ct Natural Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
1.56ct Natural Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
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W 0.25 in D 0.18 in L 0.3 in
Amethyst Crystal Necklace Ring Gem 83.27 Carat Loose Gemstone Natural
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, offered loose to an avid gemstone collector. Returns are accepted and paid by us within 7 days of delivery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz

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

Lovely Natural Loose Garnet Gemstone 1.55 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely Natural Loose Garnet Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price, natural high quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Fantastic Natural Loose Morganite Gemstone 8.48 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fantastic Natural Loose Morganite Gemstone, available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Morganite

4.285ct Natural Ruby Octagonal Cut Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Cut Loose Gemstone. This exquisite gem, with its mesmerizing pink hue and unique octagonal cut, is a
Category

2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

2.39Ct Natural Untreated Ruby Oval Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Loose Gemstone. This exquisite gem, with its captivating pink hue and elegant oval cut, is a celebration
Category

2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

4.05 Carat Natural Emerald Pear 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

4.05 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
4.05 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
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W 0.31 in D 0.26 in L 0.56 in
0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round 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

0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
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W 0.24 in D 0.17 in L 0.24 in
0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round 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

0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
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W 0.24 in D 0.17 in L 0.24 in
3.54 Carat Natural Emerald Pear 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

3.54 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
3.54 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
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W 0.37 in D 0.26 in L 0.48 in
1.01 Carat Natural Emerald Round 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

1.01 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
1.01 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.25 in
3.01 Carat Natural Emerald Pear 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

3.01 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
3.01 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
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W 0.35 in D 0.2 in L 0.48 in
1.63 Carat Natural Emerald Round 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

1.63 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
1.63 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
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W 0.32 in D 0.18 in L 0.32 in
1.93 Carat Natural Emerald Cushion 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

1.93 Carat Natural Emerald Cushion Loose Gemstone
1.93 Carat Natural Emerald Cushion Loose Gemstone
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W 0.27 in D 0.19 in L 0.36 in
7.13ct Round Cut Natural Citrine Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing the 7.13ct Round Cut Natural Citrine, a gemstone that captures the essence of pure
Category

2010s African Empire Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

3.95 Carats Natural Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rubellite Weight: 3.95 Carats Dimension: 10.3x9.1x5.6 Mm Origin: Africa Shape: Cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Anglo-Indian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Rubelite

3.95 Carats Natural Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Gemstone
3.95 Carats Natural Loose Rubellite Tourmaline Gemstone
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W 0.36 in D 0.23 in L 0.41 in
Silver Gray Natural Spinel Gemstone 1.80 Spinel Gemstone Loose Spinel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Silver Gray Natural Spinel Gemstone of 1.80 Carats from Burma has a wonderful cut in a Cushion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

13.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 13.50 Carats Dimensions : 16.2x13x9.7 mm Clarity : Eye Clean
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

13.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone
13.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Gemstone
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H 0.64 in W 0.52 in D 0.39 in L 0.64 in
Peach Sapphire Oval Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Peach Sapphire Oval Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Peach Sapphire Oval Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
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W 0.3 in D 0.23 in L 0.36 in
15.50 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gemstone. AAA Gem
Located in Miami, FL
emerald. Superb loose emerald. 3.40 x 8.80 mm. Deep color and shine. Strong green color. 100% natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

23.65 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gemstone. AAA Gem
Located in Miami, FL
its strong green hue, make it a standout gemstone. This 100% natural earth-mined Colombian emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

72.30 Carat Oval Shape Natural Opal Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This 72.30 carat oval shape natural opal loose gemstone has phenomenal display of fire. This huge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

19.60 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Gemstone. AAA Gem
Located in Miami, FL
green color. 100% natural earth mined emerald. Vivid color and saturation. Perfect loose gemstone to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Lovely Natural Citrine Loose Gemstone 8.30 Carats High Quality Citrine Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely Natural Citrine Loose Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

.95ct Oval Natural UNHEATED Yellow Sapphire Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Brighten Your World with a Eye Clean 0.95ct Oval Cut Natural UNHEATED Yellow Sapphire Loose
Category

2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire

Opal Stone 51.39 Carat Natural Ethiopian loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 51.39 carat free-form Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to an exclusive gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Natural loose yellow citrine ring gemstone 3.45 Carats
Located in Peshawar, PK
. Brazil is a primary source of natural citrine, producing gemstones with rich golden hues highly sought
Category

20th Century Brazilian Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

Natural loose yellow citrine ring gemstone 3.45 Carats
Natural loose yellow citrine ring gemstone 3.45 Carats
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W 0.35 in D 0.25 in L 0.4 in
Padparadscha Sapphire 1.58ct Oval Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
This 1.58 ct oval padparadscha sapphire is a natural and rare gemstone, distinguished by its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

19.38ct Natural Deep Red Round Rubellite Loose Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
19.38ct Deep Red Rubellite Loose stone, measuring approximately 17.2x16.4x12.4 Crafted by Mother
Category

2010s Nigerian Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline

19.38ct Natural Deep Red Round Rubellite Loose Gemstone
19.38ct Natural Deep Red Round Rubellite Loose Gemstone
No Reserve
W 0.65 in D 0.49 in L 0.68 in
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

11.82 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
11.82 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
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H 0.1 in W 0.6 in L 0.99 in
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

8.22 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
8.22 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
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H 0.12 in W 0.48 in L 0.83 in
31.06 Carat Natural Aquamarine Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Blue Aquamarine Gemstone. 31.06 Carat with a elegant blue color and excellent clarity. Also
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

31.06 Carat Natural Aquamarine Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
31.06 Carat Natural Aquamarine Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
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H 0.42 in W 0.67 in L 0.87 in
5.75 Cts Natural Loose Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Citrine Weight: 5.75 Carats Dimension: 12x9.5x7.6 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Emerald Color
Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

5.75 Cts Natural Loose Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
5.75 Cts Natural Loose Citrine Emerald Shape Gemstone
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W 0.38 in D 0.3 in L 0.48 in
2.75 Carats Natural Loose Peridot Trilliant Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Peridot Weight: 2.75 Carats Dimension: 9.1x9.1x5 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Trillion Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Peridot

2.75 Carats Natural Loose Peridot Trilliant Shape Gemstone
2.75 Carats Natural Loose Peridot Trilliant Shape Gemstone
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W 0.36 in D 0.2 in L 0.36 in
4.30 Carats Natural Loose Tri Color Tourmaline Gemstone For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
natural wonders of gemstones. Its unique blend of pink, green, and clear sections within a single crystal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone

Cornflower Blue Sapphire Cushion Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
blue sapphire is an amazing example. A natural certified unheated cornflower blue sapphire lavishing an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Yellow Sapphire Lozenge Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
sapphire offers the perfect answer. A natural Ceylonese sapphire unique cut to reveal an elongated kite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Yellow Sapphire Lozenge Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Yellow Sapphire Lozenge Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
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W 0.26 in D 0.13 in L 0.38 in
Round Cut Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone 0.91 Carat
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
exceptional quality gemstone would make a custom-made jewelry design. Perfect for a Ring or Pendant. Shape
Category

2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Teal Sapphire Emerald Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Teal Sapphire Emerald Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Teal Sapphire Emerald Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
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W 0.28 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 in
3.80 Carat Natural Loose Tri Color Tourmaline Baguette Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 3.80 Carats Dimension: 9.9x7.9x5 Mm Origin: Africa Shape: Baguette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline

Blue Topaz Square Cut Stone Natural Loose Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
2 Pieces / 1 Pair 18.15 Ct Weight 11 mm Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Natural Horsetail 1.21 Ct Russian Demantoid Loose Gemstone
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ural Mountains of Russia is the most important and consistent source of the rarest variety of Garnets - Demantoid. The stones from this region are famous for their vivid green hue,...
Category

2010s Russian Russian Empire Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

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

1.63 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone Sri Lanka
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
1.63 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone Sri Lanka Main Stone: Natural sapphire Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

1.9 Carat Oval Shape Natural Indigo Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This 1.9 carat oval shape natural indigo spinel loose gemstone is carefully hand cut and hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

2.10 Carat Oval Shape Natural Red Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This 2.10 carat oval shape natural red spinel loose gemstone is carefully hand cut and hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

1.6 Carat Oval Shape Natural Violet Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This 1.6 carat oval shape natural violet spinel loose gemstone is carefully hand cut and hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

2.0 Carat Oval Shape Natural Pink Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Trumbull, CT
This 2.0 carat oval shape natural pink spinel loose gemstone is carefully hand cut and hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

Indicolite Natural Loose Tourmaline Gemstone 1.20 CTS Tourmaline Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Indicolite Natural Loose Tourmaline Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Indicolite

Stunning Natural Loose Tourmaline Gemstone 2.05 Carats Faceted Tourmaline
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Natural Loose Tourmaline Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Adorable Natural Loose Tourmaline Gemstone 2.65 Carats Tourmaline Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Adorable Natural Loose Tourmaline Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Spectacular Natural Loose Moonstone Gemstone 4.30 Carats Cabochon Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Natural Loose Moonstone Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price, natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Moonstone

Exquisite Natural Ametrine Loose Gemstone 10.30 Carats Ametrine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exquisite Natural Ametrine Loose Gemstone, Available for sale at wholesale price natural high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

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Loose Gemstones Natural For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact loose gemstones natural you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Finding an appealing loose gemstones natural — no matter the origin — is easy, but TJD, Fine Jewels UK and Merkaba each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a loose gemstones natural featuring Emerald from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a cushion cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and pear cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a loose gemstones natural, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Loose Gemstones Natural?

Prices for a loose gemstones natural can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $90 and can go as high as $200,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $317.

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.