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26.60 Carats Heart Shaped Loose Red Garnet Lot Madagascar's Gemstone (In Box)
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut heart step cut
The 14.07 carats Heart Shaped Red Garnet is a mesmerizing natural Tanzanian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.23 in D 0.15 in L 0.25 in
Stunning Red Loose Garnet Gemstone 2.20 Carats Malawi Garnet Loose Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Red Loose Garnet Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Bright Red Garnet Loose Gemstone 2.95 Carats Pear Garnet Faceted Garnet Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bright Red Garnet Loose Gemstone, available for sale at wholesale price natural high quality, 2.95
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Nicely Pinkish Red Loose Garnet Stone 1.05 Carats Garnet Jewelry Garnet Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Nicely Pinkish Red Loose Garnet Stone, Available for sale at whole sale price natural high quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Fabulous Pinkish Red Natural Garnet Stone 1.85 CTS Loose Garnet Faceted Garnet
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fabulous Pinkish Red Natural Garnet Stone of 1.85 carats from Africa has a wonderful cut in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Gorgeous Hot Red Rhodolite Garnet 3.15 Carats Loose Garnet Gems from Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Bright Red Loose Garnet Gemstone
WEIGHT: 3.15 carats
DIMENSIONS: 8.9 x 7.6 x 5.5mm
ORIGIN: Africa
CLARITY
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
Natural Purplish Red Garnet Gemstone 1.50 CT Malawi Loose Garnet For Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Purplish Red Garnet Gemstone, Available For Sale at Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Imperial Bright Red Garnet Gemstone Sparkling Loose Garnet For Earrings 4.45 CTS
Located in Bangkok, TH
Imperial Bright Red Garnet Gemstone, Available For Sale At whole Sale Price Natural High Quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.32 in L 0.32 in
Fantastic Bright Red Malawi Garnet 2.45 Carats Loose Gems Malawi Garnet Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fantastic Bright Red Malawi Garnet, Available for sale at whole sale price natural high quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Bright Red Garnet Loose Gemstone From Malawi 2.10 Carats Garnet Jewelry Fine Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bright Red Garnet Loose Gemstone From Malawi, Available For Sale at Wholesale Price Natural High
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Spectacular Red Garnet For Jewelry 1.95 Carats AAA Eye Clean Loose Garnet Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Red Garnet For Jewelry, Available For Sale at Wholesale Price Natural High Quality 1.95
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Natural 2.50ct Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 2.50ct Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gem 9.5 x 6.5mm
Natural Loose Rhodolite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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
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H 0.19 in W 0.37 in D 0.3 in
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
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H 0.17 in W 0.35 in D 0.28 in
3.26ct Deep Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
3.26ct Deep Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut 8.4x7.3mm Loose Gemstone
Fine Large Natural Deep
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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H 0.24 in W 0.34 in D 0.29 in
Gorgeous Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Trilliant Cut Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 3.90 Carats
Dimension: 9.8x9.9x5.9 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.39 in D 0.24 in L 0.39 in
Deep Orange Red Spessartite Garnet 2.36ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstone VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Deep Orange Red Spessartite Garnet 2.36ct Oval Cut 8.2x6.8mm Loose Gemstone VVS
Natural Loose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.18 in W 0.33 in D 0.27 in
Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet 1.40 Carat Pixel Bar Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight : 1.40 Carats
Dimensions : 6.8x5.4x4.2 Mm
Origin : Tanzania Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
2.25 Carats Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone From Madagascar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Red
Shape: Cushion
Certificate: On Customer Demand
.
Rhodolite garnet, a striking gemstone that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.3 in D 0.21 in L 0.3 in
Fine 2.52ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.52ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gem 8.2 x 7mm
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Fine1.13ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 6.2x5.7mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine1.13ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 6.2x5.7mm
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.23 in W 0.25 in
14.07 Carats Heart Shaped Red Loose Garnet Stone Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
clean
Shape heart
Cut heart
The 14.07 carats Heart Shaped Red Garnet is a mesmerizing natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.66 in D 0.41 in L 0.6 in
Glamming Trillion Shape Red Garnet 1.20 carats Natural Loose Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Trillion Shape Red Garnet, weighing a stunning 1.20 carats, and hailing from the gem-rich mines of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.29 in D 0.15 in L 0.3 in
2.45 Carats Red Loose Garnet Stone Hexagon Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape Hexagonal
Cut Hexagon
The captivating allure of a 2.45 carats Red Garnet Stone with a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.29 in D 0.22 in L 0.34 in
6.00 Carats Heart Shaped Loose Pinkish Red Garnet Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape heart
Cut heart
The 6.00 carats Heart Shaped Red Garnet from Madagascar is a stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.45 in D 0.28 in L 0.42 in
Gorgeous 3.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Long Cushion Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight : 3.70 Carats
Dimensions : 10.7x6.8x5.4 Mm
Origin : Tanzania Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Victorian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
2.85 Carats Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 2.85 Carats
Dimension: 9.3x6.6x5.1 Mm
Origin: Tanzania
Shape: Oval
Category
Early 2000s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.26 in D 0.21 in L 0.37 in
2.10 Carat Natural Loose Pinkish Red Rhodolite Garnet Emerald Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight : 2.10 Carats
Dimensions : 7.9x6.4x4.2 Mm
Origin : Tanzania Africa
Category
2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
Fancy Cut 2.75 Carat Natural Loose Red Pomegranate Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 2.75 Carats Both
Dimension: 8.8x6.1x4.7 Mm
Origin: Madagascar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
3.0 Carat Lustrous Pomegranate Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight : 2.10 Carats
Dimensions : 8.2x6.3x4.3 Mm
Origin : Madagascar Africa
Category
2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rhodolite, Garnet
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H 0.34 in W 0.31 in D 0.22 in L 0.34 in
2.33 Carat Deep Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem IF
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.33ct Deep Orange Red Spessartine Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 8.4x7.4mm IF
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.19 in W 0.34 in D 0.3 in
Fine 3.19ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet IF Oval Cut Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 3.19ct Vivid Orange Red Spessartine Garnet IF Oval Cut Loose Gem 9.5x7.1mm
Fine Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.19 in W 0.38 in D 0.28 in
1.45 Carats Pinkish Red Loose Garnet Stone Oval Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
oval
Cut fancy oval
The Pinkish Red Garnet Stone is a radiant gem of exquisite beauty, boasting a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.26 in D 0.15 in L 0.33 in
1.95 Carats Loose Bright Red Garnet Stone Emerald Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
octagon
Cut emerald
The 1.95 carats Bright Red Garnet Stone is a mesmerizing example of natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.33 in
1.80 Carats Pinkish Red Loose Garnet Stone Oval Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
oval
Cut custom precision
The Pinkish Red Garnet Stone is a radiant gem of exquisite beauty
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.29 in D 0.17 in L 0.33 in
2.50 carats Vivid Red Loose Garnet Stone Asscher Cut natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Octagon
Cut Asscher Cut
The exquisite 2.50-carat Vivid Red Garnet Stone, cut into an Asscher shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.31 in D 0.2 in L 0.32 in
1.60 Carats Soft Red Loose Garnet Stone Square Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape square
Cut baguette
A stunning piece of natural beauty, this soft red garnet stone boasts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.26 in
Red Rhodolite Loose Garnet 3.65 Carats Step Oval Cut Natural Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clean
Cut Step Oval
The Red Rhodolite Garnet, a dazzling gemstone of exceptional beauty, captivates
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.32 in D 0.22 in L 0.39 in
Gorgeous Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone 2.45 Carat with SI Clarity
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight : 2.45 Carats
Dimensions : 8.6x6.3x4.7 Mm
Origin : Tanzania Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
Natural Spessartite Loose Garnet Gemstone 1.65 Carats Namibia Garnet for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Spessartite Loose Garnet Gemstone of 1.65 carats from Namibia has a wonderful cut in a Oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
2.40 Cts Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 2.40 Carats
Dimension: 7.6x7.5x5.3 Mm
Origin: Tanzania Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.3 in D 0.21 in L 0.3 in
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Radiant Cut 3.21 Carat Red Rhodolite Garnet from Malawi Cocktail Ring Loose Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
The name Garnet is derived from seeds of pomegranate-tree because of its color resemblance to red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.37 in
1.85 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 1.85 Carats
Dimension: 9.3x6.8x4.1 Mm
Origin:Madagascar
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rhodolite, Garnet
2.20 Carat Natural Loose Spessartine Garnet Oval Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spessartine Garnet
Weight: 2.20 Carats
Dimension: 7.3x6.4x5.3 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
19.42 Carats Red Garnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashioned as a heart, this rich red 19.42 carat natural Garnet is a well fashioned, eye clean gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
3 Carats Natural Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape Ring Gem From Africa Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Red
Shape: Pear
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Rhodolite garnet is a mesmerizing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.32 in D 0.19 in L 0.43 in
Marvelous Red Umbalite Garnet Gemstone 1.50 Carats Garnet Jewelry Garnet Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Marvelous Red Umbalite Garnet Gemstone, Available for sale at whole sale price natural high quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
7.40 Carat Burgundy Rhodolite Garnet Cushion, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This richly colored rhodolite garnet has beautiful a deep burgundy hue and is a lovely rounded
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rhodolite, Garnet
1.20 Cts Purplish Pink Loose Rhodolite Garnet Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
enchanting purplish-red to pinkish-red color. This variety of garnet is prized for its striking and vibrant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
Gorgeous Deep Red Malawi Garnet Stone 2.70 Carats Natural Garnet Garnet Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gorgeous Deep Red Malawi Garnet Stone, available for sale at wholesale price, loose gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
1.55 Carats Natural Loose Fancy Cut Red Rhodolite Garnet Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 1.55 Carats
Dimension: 11.1 x 8.1 x 3.5 Mm
Origin: Central African
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Materials
Rhodolite
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W 0.32 in D 0.14 in L 0.44 in
Bright Pinkish Red Garnet Stone 2.10 Carats Garnet Gemstone Garnet Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
carats Vvs Clarity Loose Garnet from Malawi.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE NAME: Bright Pinkish Red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
1.60 Carat Loose Fire Spessartine Garnet from Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spessartine Garnet
Weight: 1.60 Carats
Dimension: 6.8x6.1x5 Mm
Origin: Afghanistan
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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H 0.27 in W 0.25 in D 0.2 in L 0.27 in
3.50 Carats Natural Loose Spessartine Garnet Ring Gem January Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spessartine
Weight: 3.50 Carats
Dimension: 9x7.8x5.2 Mm
Family: Garnet
Color: Orange Red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet
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W 0.31 in D 0.21 in L 0.36 in
1.46 Carat "Berry" Color Change Garnet Oval, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This color change garnet is like a basket of fresh berries to be enjoyed year-round! Depending on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
Gorgeous Purplish Pink Loose Rhodolite Garnet 1.0 Carat Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Garnet
Weight: 1 Carat
Dimension: 5.9x5.5x3.4 Mm
Origin: Tanzania
Shape: Octagon
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.22 in D 0.14 in L 0.24 in
1.45 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Ring Gem Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet
Weight: 1.45 Carats
Dimension: 6.2x6x4.5 Mm
Origin: Tanzania Africa
Shape
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
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W 0.24 in D 0.18 in L 0.25 in
Charismatic Hessonite Garnet Gem 2.50 carats Emerald Cut Madagascar Loose Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
light to pass through it, enhancing its brilliance.
garnet stone
rhodolite garnet
red garnet
garnet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Hessonite
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W 0.27 in D 0.21 in L 0.32 in
2.55 Carats Reddish Loose Garnet Stone Oval Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
is derived from the seeds of the pomegranate tree because of its color resemblance to red garnet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
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W 0.33 in D 0.19 in L 0.38 in
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Loose Red Garnet For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the loose red garnet you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. A loose red garnet from Gems and Jewels UK — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also pear cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a loose red garnet, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.
How Much is a Loose Red Garnet?
On average, a loose red garnet at 1stDibs sells for $66, while they’re typically $30 on the low end and $298 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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