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Natural Purple Loose Sapphire Stone 1.94 Carats Sapphire Gemstone Sapphire Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Purple Loose Sapphire Stone, available for sale, natural high-quality loose gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.24 in D 0.15 in L 0.35 in
6.04 carats Colorful Stones Loose Sapphire Lot Natural Gemstones From Sri Lanka
Located in Bangkok, TH
breathtaking 6.04 carats Colorful Stones Loose Sapphire Lot, a dazzling collection of natural gemstones sourced
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Oval 1.13ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat: 1.13ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Blue
Size: (mm) 6.80 x 5.47 x 3.09
Condition: New without Tags
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Oval 1.48ct Green Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat: 1.48ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Green
Size: (mm) 8.00 x 5.85 x 3.35
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Oval 1.63ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat: 1.63ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Blue
Size (mm): 8.08 x 6.10 x 3.79
Condition: New without Tags
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Round 1.95ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat(s): 1.95ct
Cut: Round
Color: Blue
Size: (mm) 7.10 x 7.10x 4.64
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Pear 1.38ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat(s): 1.38ct
Cut: Pear
Color: Blue
Size: (mm) 7.39 x 5.76 x 3.69
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Oval 1.84ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat: 1.84ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Blue
Size (mm): 7.78 x 5.93 x 4.37
Condition: New without Tags
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Emerald Cut 1.75ct Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat(s): 1.75ct
Cut: Emerald
Color: Blue
Size: (mm) 8.25 x 4.65 x 4.25
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
Loose Sapphire - Oval 1.61ct GIA Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat: 1.61ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Blue
Certified by: GIA
Report Number: 2223901760
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
Certified Natural 1.10 Carat Loose Sapphire Cushion Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire
Weight: 1.10 Carats
Dimension: 5.5 x 5.3 x 3.9 Mm
Colour: Greenish Blue
Origin
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21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
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Sapphire
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W 0.21 in D 0.16 in L 0.22 in
Loose Sapphire - Oval 1.00ct GIA Royal Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating
Carat: 1.00ct
Cut: Oval
Color: Royal Blue
Origin: Madagascar
Certified by: GIA
Report Number: 5221063591
Condition: New
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire, Oval Cut 1.22 Carat Green Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shape/Cut: Oval
Treatment: Heating
Color: Green
Dimensions (mm): 7.84 x 5.88 x 3.36
Weight: 1.22ct
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire, Heart Cut 1.65 Carat Blue Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Weight: 1.65ct
Treatment: Heating
Cut: Heart
Color: Blue
Dimensions (mm): 7.67 x 8.03 x 3.68
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
1.61 Carat Loose Sapphire, Oval Orange Pink AGL Graded Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shape/Cut: Oval
Color: Orange Pink
Dimensions (mm): 7.09 x 6.17 x 4.59
Weight: 1.61ct
Treatment: No Heat
AGL Report Number: GB 1087001
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20th Century Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Loose Sapphire, Round Brilliant Cut 1.45ct AGL Bluish Yellowish Green Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Weight: 1.45ct
Treatment: Heating
Cut: Round Brilliant
Color: Bluish Yellowish Green
Dimensions (mm): 6.80 - 6.71 x 4.32
AGL Report Number: GB 1102499
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Green Sapphire
1.31 Carats Blue Loose Sapphire Stone Oval Cut Natural Mozambique's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape oval
Cut Oval
This exquisite 1.31 carats blue sapphire stone boasts an elegant oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.11 in L 0.34 in
0.85 Carats Deep Blue Loose Sapphire Stone Oval Cut Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape oval
Cut oval
This exquisite 0.85 carat deep blue sapphire stone boasts an elegant oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.19 in D 0.11 in L 0.28 in
3.48 carats Multi-Color Stones Lot Natural Loose Sapphire Gemstones From Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstone Type Colorful Natural Sapphire From Africa
Weight 3.48 carats
Each weight 0.78, 0.99, 0.85
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Light Blue Loose Sapphire 1.35 Carats Step Oval Cut Natural Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape: Oval
Cut: Step Oval
Introducing the enchanting Light Blue Sapphire, a truly captivating
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.24 in D 0.14 in L 0.3 in
Blue Loose Sapphire Stone 2.00 Carats Step Oval Cut Natural Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Oval
Cut: Step Oval
Introducing the Blue Sapphire Stone, a captivating gem of timeless allure and
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.33 in
3.55 carats Blue Oval Cut Loose Sapphire Natural Gemstones Set from Sri Lanka
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Step Oval
Indulge in the timeless allure of the 3.55 carats Blue Oval Sapphire Natural Gemstones
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Soft Orange Loose Sapphire 1.62 Carats Step Oval Cut Natural Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape: Oval
Cut: Step Oval
Introducing the Soft Orange Sapphire, a truly captivating gemstone that
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.14 in L 0.32 in
7.58 Carat Radiant Cut Intense Blue Natural Sapphire Loose Gemstone
Located in Great Neck, NY
7.58 cts Radiant cut natural loose sapphire
intense blue color
measures 10.2mm x 11.0mm
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2010s American Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
7.58 Carat Radiant Cut Intense Blue Natural Sapphire Loose Gemstone
Located in Great Neck, NY
7.58 cts Radiant cut natural loose sapphire
intense blue color
measures 10.2mm x 11.0mm
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2010s American Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Purple Sapphire 2.54 Ct Emerald Cut Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
Carat: 2.54
Colour
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.2 in L 0.32 in
Light Teal Parti Sapphire 1.56 Ct Cushion Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.24 in D 0.17 in L 0.26 in
Precious Purplish Pink Natural Sapphire Gemstone 5.05 Carats Faceted Sapphire
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion shape, incredible Purplish Pink Color, Loose Sapphire. This gem is Vvs Clarity.
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
Violet Sapphire 1.54 Ct Marquise Natural Unheated. Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
and rarity.
This purplish violet sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.22 in D 0.16 in L 0.38 in
Mint Green Sapphire 1.69 ct Radiant Cut Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.23 in D 0.16 in L 0.29 in
Pink Sapphire 1.61 ct Oval Natural Ceylon Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
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This pink sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.19 in L 0.28 in
Peach Sapphire 3.16 ct Cushion Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
Carat: 3.16
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.32 in D 0.2 in L 0.33 in
Teal Sapphire 2.58 Ct Oval Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
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This teal sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.2 in L 0.35 in
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
Cornflower Blue Sapphire Cushion Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
Carat: 2.60
Colour
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.27 in D 0.21 in L 0.32 in
Yellow Sapphire 2.54 Ct Square Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Yellow Sapphire 1.61 Ct Unique Shield Cut Natural, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
piece.
This yellow sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 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
Vivid Pink Sapphire 2.58 Ct Heart Natural Ceylon, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
ideal for a bespoke jewellery piece.
This vivid pink sapphire is available to purchase as a loose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.31 in D 0.21 in L 0.35 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
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.29 in D 0.21 in L 0.29 in
Medium Cornflower Blue Sapphire 2.21 Ct Round Unheated Ceylon, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
of heat treatment.
This medium cornflower blue sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.31 in D 0.19 in L 0.32 in
Yellow Sapphire Lozenge Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
permanently enhanced by heat.
This yellow sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.13 in L 0.38 in
Light Pink Sapphire 3.03 ct Cushion 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
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.27 in D 0.19 in L 0.37 in
Padparadscha Sapphire 1.21 Ct Cushion Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
heat.
This padparadscha sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.2 in D 0.17 in L 0.26 in
Yellow Sapphire 3.55 Ct Square Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
accompanying diamonds.
This yellow sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.34 in D 0.2 in L 0.34 in
Vivid Canary Yellow Sapphire 1.55 Ct Pear Ceylon Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
choice.
This vivid canary yellow sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.23 in D 0.18 in L 0.32 in
Cornflower Blue Sapphire 1.84 Ct Cushion Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
spectacular engagement ring.
This cornflower blue sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.23 in D 0.17 in L 0.31 in
Padparadscha Sapphire 1.58ct Oval Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
padparadscha sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.3 in
Pink Sapphire 2.04 Ct Oval Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
clarity has been permanently enhanced by heat.
This pink sapphire is available to purchase as a loose
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
Padparadscha Sapphire 1.27 ct Radiant Cu Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
gemstone collection.
This padparadscha orangish pink sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.21 in D 0.15 in L 0.28 in
Pinkish Purple Sapphire 1.19 Ct Cushion Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
enhanced by heat.
This pinkish purple sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.21 in D 0.16 in L 0.26 in
Colour Shift Peach Sapphire 1.51 Ct Cushion 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
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.24 in D 0.17 in L 0.28 in
Champagne Peach Sapphire 4.50 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
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This champagne peach sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.31 in D 0.25 in L 0.38 in
Vivid Yellow Sapphire 2.70 Ct Emerald Cut Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
Carat: 2.70
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.31 in
Vivid Pink Sapphire 2.10 Ct 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
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.24 in D 0.21 in L 0.28 in
Yellow Sapphire 2.64 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.
Carat: 2.64
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.27 in D 0.22 in L 0.3 in
Royal Blue Sapphire 1.58 Ct Heart Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
been permanently enhanced by heat.
This royal blue sapphire is available to purchase as a loose
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 in
Colourless Sapphire 2.08ct Square Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.2 in L 0.27 in
Cornflower Blue Sapphire 2.05 Ct Pear Ceylon Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
special occasions.
This cornflower blue sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.17 in L 0.37 in
Deep Cornflower Blue Sapphire 3.25 Ct Cushion Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Loose Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact loose sapphire you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 8 antique edition and 77 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a loose sapphire may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a loose sapphire has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Fine Jewels UK, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Merkaba are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a loose sapphire, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Loose Sapphire?
Prices for a loose sapphire can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $241 and can go as high as $235,600, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,993.
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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