Loose Pear Shape
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Quartz
2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones
Emerald
2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones
Emerald
2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones
Emerald
2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones
Emerald
2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones
Emerald
Antique Early 17th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Loose Gemstones
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Aquamarine
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Rhodolite, Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Tsavorite
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Diamond
2010s Loose Gemstones
Zircon, Blue Zircon
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Aquamarine, Beryl
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Rubelite, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
Spinel, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Other, Tourmaline
2010s Sierra Leonean Modern Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Tsavorite
21st Century and Contemporary Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Rubelite
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Citrine
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
2010s Russian Modern Loose Gemstones
Emerald
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Rhodolite
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Diamond, Brown Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Diamond, Brown Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Aquamarine
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Opal, Black Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Blue Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tanzanite
2010s Bolivian Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Tanzanite
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Blue Topaz
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
Topaz, Blue Topaz
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Rhodolite
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Citrine
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
20th Century Loose Gemstones
Tanzanite
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Tanzanite
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Blue Zircon, Zircon
2010s Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
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Loose Pear Shape For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Loose Pear Shape?
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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