$47,200,658 / item
3.01 ct Oval Natural Diamond, D, VS1, Excellent Cut
Located in Dubai, AE
This 3.01 carat oval natural loose diamond is made for engagement rings and fine jewelry, offering a bright D color grade, VS1 clarity, and GIA certification you can verify.
Diamond, White Diamond
1 pc. Glittering 0.80 Oval Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning diamond is sure to turn heads. It features a sparkling 0.8 carat oval cut diamond with a D color, VVS1 clarity, and EX cut grade. The diamond comes with a GIA certifica...
Diamond
Brilliant 1.01ct Natural Oval-Shaped Diamond - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Brilliant 1.01ct Natural Oval-Shaped Diamond - IGI Certified This exceptional 1.01ct oval-cut diamond is a rare treasure of timeless beauty and versatility. It offers remarkable tra...
Diamond
Rare Huge 4.00ct Natural Loose Fancy Deep Pink Orange Diamond GIA For Collectors
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $750,000 Item Stock Number - G6542827364 Certificate Number - GIA 5221870123 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 4.00ct Measurements - 11.16 x 8.41 x 5.37...
Diamond
Classic 0.50ct Ideal Cut Oval Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Classic 0.50ct Ideal Cut Oval Diamond - GIA Certified Add a touch of elegance to your collection with this 0.50-carat oval diamond. Certified by GIA, attesting to its authenticity a...
Diamond
1pc. Sparkling .70 Oval Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This sparkling oval brilliant cut natural diamond is a rare and valuable gem. With its colorless D grade and VVS1 clarity, it is one of the most desirable diamonds on the market. The...
Diamond
1 Sparkling 1.01 Oval Brilliant Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning oval brilliant cut diamond is a rare and valuable gem. It is perfectly cut and polished to maximize its brilliance and sparkle. The color is D, the highest possible gra...
Diamond
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 5.00ct Oval Diamond I VVS1
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning loose oval cut diamond, GIA certified. Sold as loose diamond but can easily be made into a ring of your liking.
Diamond, White Diamond
Radiant 1.01ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.01ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified Presenting a stunning oval-cut diamond, weighing 1.01-carat. Certified by the GIA, this diamond guarantees superior qual...
Diamond
Mesmerizing 0.90ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Mesmerizing 0.90ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified This exquisite 0.90-carat oval diamond is an exceptional choice, showcasing a beautiful color grade, which is nearly...
Diamond
Dazzling 2.63ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 2.63ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified A remarkable 2.63-carat oval diamond that combines classic elegance with a touch of modern sophistication. This diamond...
Diamond
X GIA cetified Natural Yellow Diamond Oval 1.02 carat
Located in Stockholm, SE
A 1.02carat vivid yellow diamond with GIA certification offers strong collectible value. Vivid yellow is the most saturated, rarest grade in fancy yellow diamonds, significantly outp...
Yellow Diamond
Stunning 1.15ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 1.15ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified Celebrate timeless elegance with this captivating 1.15-carat oval diamond. Certified by the GIA, this diamond guarantee...
Diamond
X GIA cetified Natural Yellow Diamond Oval 1.01 carat
Located in Stockholm, SE
A 1.01-carat vivid yellow diamond with GIA certification offers strong collectible value. Vivid yellow is the most saturated, rarest grade in fancy yellow diamonds, significantly out...
Yellow Diamond
Stunning 3.02ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Stunning 3.02ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified Discover the pinnacle of diamond perfection with this stunning 3.02-carat oval diamond, distinguished by its exceptiona...
Diamond
Exceptional 2.04ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exceptional 2.04ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified Discover the beauty of this 2.04-carat oval diamond, designed to capture attention and radiate brilliance. Certifie...
Diamond
Majestic 0.90ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Majestic 0.90ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified Elevate your collection with this stunning 0.90-carat oval diamond. Certified by GIA, you can be confident in its quali...
Diamond
Sparkling 2.20ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Sparkling 2.20ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified This exquisite 2.20-carat oval diamond is a masterpiece of natural beauty and refined elegance. Certified by the GIA, ...
Diamond
Elegant 0.77 ct Ideal Cut Oval Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 0.77 ct Ideal Cut Oval Diamond - GIA Certified Introducing a jewel of light and elegance, this 0.77 ct oval diamond captivates with its harmonious balance of brilliance and ...
Diamond
Pristine 1.01ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Pristine 1.01ct Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified This stunning 1.01-carat oval diamond is meticulously cut to maximize brilliance and sparkle. Expertly cut to ideal pro...
Diamond
$36,000Sale Price|47% Off
Alexander GIA Certified 4.01 Carat K SI2 Oval Cut Diamond
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning loose emerald cut diamonds, GIA certified. Sold as loose diamond but can easily be made into a ring of your liking.
Diamond, White Diamond
Oval Blue Topaz with Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Blue Topaz Metal Choice: 14K Yellow Gold Stone Cut: Oval Dimensions: 31mm x 21mm Weight: 7 grams Chain: 18" 14k Yellow Gold Diamonds & Gemstones are...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz
X GIA cetified Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Oval 1.23 carat
Located in Stockholm, SE
This 1.23-carat Fancy yellow diamond offers strong collectible value due to its natural color saturation and GIA certification. In the colored diamond market, intensity directly impa...
Yellow Diamond
2.08ct Antique Oval-Cut Fancy Dark Yellow-Brown Diamond, GIA Certified
By Kashi's Jewelry
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A captivating 2.08-carat Antique Oval-Cut Fancy Dark Yellow-Brown Diamond, distinguished by its rich, sophisticated natural color and unmistakable antique character. The deep yellow-...
Brown Diamond
Radiant 1.40ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Oval Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Radiant 1.40ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Oval Diamond - GIA Certified Discover the brilliance of these two exceptional oval diamonds, each weighing 1.40 carats, featuring a double ...
Diamond
1pc Pretty Natural cut Oval diamond in a 1.02 carat
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural cut Oval diamond in a 1.02 carat D VVS1 cut. This diamond comes with GIA Certificate and laser inscription number. Discover timeless elegance with our exquisite 1.02 carat D...
Diamond
1pc Glamorous Natural cut Oval diamond in a 1.50 carat
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural cut Oval diamond in a 1.50 carat E IF cut. This diamond comes with GIA Certificate and laser inscription number. Discover the breathtaking elegance of a 1.50 carat E IF oval...
Diamond
1pc Pretty Natural cut Oval diamond in a 1.73 carat
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural cut Oval diamond in a 1.73 carat D IF cut. This diamond comes with GIA Certificate and laser inscription number. Experience the timeless elegance of a 1.73 carat D IF oval-c...
Diamond
Real Argyle Australia 0.28ct Natural 7PP Fancy Intense Pink Diamond SI2 Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $38,500 Item Stock Number - A32643278799 Certificate Number - Argyle 309994 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.28ct Color - 7PP, Intense Pink Clarity -...
Diamond
Argyle Australia 0.37ct Natural Fancy Deep Orange Pink PC3 Diamond GIA Oval
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $25,000 Item Stock Number - A34245862 Certificate Number - GIA 2165598880, Argyle 304757 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.37ct Mea...
Diamond
Rare 1.34 Carat Oval Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond, Internally Flawless GIA
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This rare 1.34 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond is distinguished by exceptional saturation, natural origin, and an elegant oval modified brilliant cut. The color presents a pure, lu...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
GIA 0.52ct Fancy Gray-Yellowish Green Chameleon Diamond VS1 Oval Mod Brilliant
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a GIA-certified natural colored diamond with standout character and collector appeal. This 0.52 carat Oval Modified Brilliant is graded Fancy Gray-Yellowish Gre...
Diamond
GIA 0.08ct Fancy Deep Orangy Pink Oval Red Color Natural Colored Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a natural colored diamond accompanied by a GIA Natural Colored Diamond Report (Identification and Origin Report), providing independent verification of the diam...
Diamond
GIA 0.52ct Fancy Gray-Yellowish Green Chameleon Diamond VS1 Oval Mod Brilliant
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a GIA-certified natural colored diamond with standout character and collector appeal. This 0.52 carat Oval Modified Brilliant is graded Fancy Gray-Yellowish Gre...
Diamond
X GIA cetified Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Oval 1.01 carat
Located in Stockholm, SE
A 1.01-carat vivid fancy yellow natural diamond with GIA certification offers strong collectible value. Vivid yellow is the most saturated, rarest grade in fancy yellow diamonds, sig...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural GIA 1.33ct Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow Oval Modified Brilliant Diamond VS1
Located in New York, NY
Offered for resale is a natural fancy color diamond graded by GIA (Gemological Institute of America). This 1.33 carat Oval Modified Brilliant displays a rich Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow...
Diamond
Oval Brilliant Diamond 10.05 Carats N-O Color VS2 Clarity none certified
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Oval Brilliant Diamond 10.05 Carats N-O Color VS2 Clarity At over ten carats, this natural oval brilliant commands attention before a word is spoken. The stone is cut with a nota...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Luminous 0.51ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Luminous 0.51ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Oval-Shaped Diamond - GIA Certified This 0.51-carat oval diamond is an exceptional choice for any jewelry setting, featuring a double exce...
Diamond
$5,309Sale Price|20% Off
0.92 Carat Oval Brilliant Gia Certified D Color VS2 Clarity Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56500 Stone Shape: OVAL MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 0.90ct Clarity: VS2 Color: D Cut: Excellent Measurements: 6.99 x 5.13 x 3.58 mm Depth %: 69.9% ...
Diamond
Pink Diamond 0.25ct Argyle Australia 6P Natural Fancy Intense Pink GIA Oval SI2
Located in New York, NY
ITEM SPECIFICATION DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $30,500 Item Stock Number - 4375487022231 Certificate Number - GIA 2213172092, Argyle 366946 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.25ct...
Pink Diamond
$3,635Sale Price|20% Off
1.52 Carat Oval Briliant GIA Certified Fancy Brownish Yellow SI1 Clarity Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC55798 Stone Shape: OVAL BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 1.52ct Clarity: SI1 Color: Fancy Brownish Yellow Cut: Excellent Measurements: 7.99 x 6.38 x 4.00 mm Dept...
Diamond
GIA Certified 1.04 CT Natural Diamond Oval Brilliant Cut D Color VVS2 Clarity
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This GIA-certified Natural Oval Brilliant Cut diamond is a stunning piece. GIA Report Number - 2235170822 Stone Creation - Natural Shape - Oval Brilliant Cut Measurements - 8.27 x 5....
Diamond
Dazzling 1pc Natural Diamond w/ 1.9 Carat Oval Brilliant E VVS1 GIA Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
One shimmering oval brilliant cut natural diamond in a 1.8 carat E VVS1 with excellent polish and very good symmetry cut. This diamond comes with GIA Certificate and laser inscriptio...
Diamond
GIA Certified Huge 3.02 CT Natural Diamond Oval Brilliant Cut D SI1 eye clean
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certification Number - 7235248909 Stone Creation - Natural Shape - Oval Brilliant Cut Measurements - 10.90 x 8.07 x 4.92 mm Weight - 3.02 Carat Color - D Clarity - SI1
Diamond
A stunning Oval shape orangy Pink 11.86ct Morganite.
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
A stunning Oval shape eye clean 11.86 ct Morganite. it's sweet soft colour makes it a perfect choice for a daytime cocktail ring.
Diamond, Morganite
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
0.92CT Oval Cut Fancy Greenish Yellow SI1 Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC57268 Stone Shape: Majestic Mix Cut Diamond Weight: 0.92 CT Clarity: SI1 Color: Fancy Greenish Yellow Measurements: 7.10x 4.76x 3.50 mm Our Price: $1700.00 ...
Diamond
$7,249Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.76ct Fancy Brownish Yellow Si1 Oval Brilliant Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56661 Stone Shape: OVAL MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 1.76 CT Color: FANCY BROWNISH ORANGY YELLOW Cut: Excellent Measurements: 8.99X6.08X4.05 mm Symme...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond
$3,635Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.52 Carat Oval Briliant Fancy Brownish Yellow SI1 Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC55798 Stone Shape:OVAL BRILLIANT Diamond Weight:1.52ct Clarity:SI1 Color:Fancy Brownish Yellow Cut: Excellent Measurements: 7.99 x 6.38 x 4.00 mm Depth %:...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond
$5,309Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.90 Carat Oval Brilliant D Color Vs2 Clarity Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56500 Stone Shape: OVAL MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 0.90ct Clarity: VS2 Color: D Cut: Excellent Measurements: 6.99 x 5.13 x 3.58 mm Depth %: 69.9% ...
Diamond, White Diamond
Extreamly Rare - Red Fluorescent Diamond 0.19ct Orange Diamond Collectors GIA
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - One of a Kind in the world! Item Stock Number - OR59764763712 Certificate Number - GIA 2235473631 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.19ct Measurements ...
Diamond
Rare 4.31ct Natural Vivid to Deep Blue Sapphire Oval Great Luster GRS Certified
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $27,000 Item Stock Number - SA8747635662 Certificate Number - GRS2022-098112 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 4.31ct Measurements - 10.51 x 7.01 x 6.13...
Blue Sapphire
Rare No Heat Natural Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby 1.21CT GW Lab Pigeon Blood Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $9,900 Item Stock Number - RU547268659 Certificate Number - GW LAB 231107401019 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 1.21ct Measurements - 7.10 x 5.39 x 3....
Ruby
Rare No Heat Natural Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby 0.92ct GW Lab Pigeon Blood Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $7,900 Item Stock Number - RU547268660 Certificate Number - GW LAB 231107551025 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.92ct Measurements - 5.98 x 5.03 x 3....
Ruby
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Light Green Yellow VVS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number:1545845849 Shape And Cut: OVAL Carat Weight: 1.20 carat Measurements: 8.64 x 5.75 x 3.59 mm Color Grade: Light Green Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: ...
Diamond
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow Vs2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 6532812255 Shape And Cut: oval Carat Weight: 1.50 carat Measurements: 8.17 X 5.81 X 3.94 mm Color Grade: Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow FEATURES OF ...
Diamond
Dazzling 1.81ct Ideal Cut Pair of Diamonds - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.81ct Ideal Cut Pair of Diamonds - GIA Certified Experience the beauty of this delightful pair of oval diamonds, totaling 1.81-carat. These diamonds offer a near-colorles...
Diamond
GIA Certified 0.72 Carat Faint Pink I1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 5466383212 Shape And Cut: Oval Carat Weight: 0.72carat Measurements: 6.90 x 5.04 x 3.18 mm Color Grade: Faint Pink This 0.72 carat diamond falls wit...
Diamond
Elegant 1.51ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elegant 1.51ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamond - GIA Certified Enhance your collection with this stunning 1.51-carat oval diamond. Featuring a double excellent ideal cut, this di...
Diamond
Alluring 1.80ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamond - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Alluring 1.80ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamond - GIA Certified Discover the allure of this 1.80-carat oval diamond, showcasing a double excellent ideal cut for unparalleled bril...
Diamond
GIA Certified 0.32 Carat Fancy Pink I1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 6182952513 Shape And Cut: Oval Carat Weight: 0.32 carat Measurements: 5.26 x 3.70 x 2.45 mm Color Grade: Fancy Pink FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: This F...
Diamond
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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.