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Natural Red Loose Spinel Gem 1.08 Carats Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Red Loose Spinel Gem, available for sale at wholesale price, natural high-quality SI
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.23 in D 0.12 in L 0.28 in
Stunning Sakura Pink Loose Spinel 1.95 Carats Spinel Stone Spinel Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Sakura Pink Loose Spinel of 1.95 carats from Burma has a wonderful cut in a Cushion shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Pretty Pink Loose Spinel Gemstone 1.20 Carats Spinel Jewellery Spinel Necklaces
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pretty Pink Loose Spinel Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality 1.20
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Gorgeous Purplish Pink Loose Spinel 1.40 Carats Spinel Jewelry Spinel Rings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gorgeous Purplish Pink Loose Spinel , Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Pinkish Purple Spinel Gemstone 1.41 Carats Certified Loose Spinel for Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
, cushion cut, 1.41 carats loose certified spinel from Burma.
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GEMSTONE TYPE Pinkish
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.16 in L 0.28 in
Dark Pink Loose Spinel 2.20 carats Emerald Cut Natural Brumes Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clarity SI
Introducing the Dark Pink Loose Spinel, a truly captivating gemstone with a weight of 2.20
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.31 in D 0.13 in L 0.36 in
Sweet Pink Spinel From Burma 1.50 CTS Natural Spinel Loose Spinel Certified Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Certified Spinel Loose Spinel Gemstone Cuttingstone Cuttingshapes Pink Spinel Spinel Gemstones Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.23 in D 0.13 in L 0.34 in
Vivid Red Burmese Loose Spinel 2.70 carats Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vivid Red Burmese Loose Spinel, a captivating gemstone that exudes sophistication and charm. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.3 in D 0.19 in L 0.35 in
Bright Blue Burmese Loose Spinel 2.45 carats Step Oval Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Loose Spinel, a true testament to nature's artistry. Weighing an impressive 2.45 carats, this gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.28 in D 0.19 in L 0.37 in
Gorgeous 1.05 Carats Natural Red Burmese Loose Spinel Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.05 Carats
Dimension: 6.7x5.7x3.1 Mm
Origin: Myanmar Burma
Treatment: Non
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Baroque Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.23 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
Loose Spinel, Cushion Cut 5.04 Carat Red Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Weight: 5.04ct
Cut: Cushion
Color: Red
Dimensions (mm): 11.25 x 10.18 x 6.66
Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Exceptional Red Spinel Loose Gemstone 1.20 Lovely Spinel Loose Spinel Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exceptional Red Spinel Loose Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Silver Gray Natural Spinel Gemstone 1.80 Spinel Gemstone Loose Spinel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spinel Gemstone Spinel Loose Cuttingstone Facetedrough Cleanstone Gemstoneforjewelry Collectorsgems
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.19 in L 0.31 in
Spectacular Purple Natural Spinel Gemstone 1.82 Cts Loose Spinel for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Purple Natural Spinel Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
GIA Certified 6.21 carats Natural Purple Spinel, August Birthstone, Loose Spinel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the enchanting allure of 6.21 carats unheated Natural Purple Spinel from Sri Lanka
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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H 0.26 in W 0.4 in L 0.5 in
1.15ct Loose Spinel Gemstone - Oval Faceted Purple Genuine 6.80mm x 5.94mm
Located in Greensboro, NC
This lovely genuine spinel would look lovely in a jewelry mount! Please check out our enlarged
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Brilliant Cut Natural Spinel Gemstone 1.25 Carats Loose Spinel For Jewelry Use
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Cut Natural Spinel Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Stunning Natural Purple Spinel Gemstone 1.17 Cts Loose Spinel Gem for Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Natural Purple Spinel Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
1.65 Carats Natural Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Burmese Spinel, a gemstone of unparalleled beauty and rarity. Exhibiting a vibrant hue reminiscent of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 in
1.50 Carats Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
cushion
Cut fancy cushion
Behold the allure of this exquisite 1.50 carats Natural Red Burmese Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.26 in
2.55 carats Pink Loose Spinel Stone Emerald Cut Natural Brumes Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Octagon
Cut Emerald
Pink Spinel, a captivating gemstone that exudes grace and sophistication. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.29 in D 0.18 in L 0.34 in
2.67 carats Lavender Loose Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
clean
Shape cushion
Cut fancy cushion
The exquisite Lavender Spinel stone, boasting a weight of
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.31 in D 0.24 in L 0.31 in
2.76 carats Lavender Loose Spinel Stone Emerald Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
clean
Shape octagon
Cut emerald
The Lavender Spinel is an exquisite gemstone, boasting a
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.28 in D 0.2 in L 0.36 in
Pink Hued Loose Spinel 2.20 carats Emerald Cut Natural Brumes Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pink Hued Spinel, a captivating gemstone that exudes grace and sophistication. This natural Brumes
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 2.6 in D 1.54 in L 3.39 in
1.55 Carats Deep Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Burmese Spinel, a gemstone of unparalleled beauty and rarity. Exhibiting a vibrant hue reminiscent of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.28 in
1.60 Carats Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Fancy Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
cushion
Cut fancy cushion
Behold the allure of this exquisite 1.60 carats Red Burmese Spinel, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.24 in D 0.19 in L 0.28 in
1.50 Carats Deep Gray Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Emerald Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
octagon
Cut emerald
The 1.50 carats Deep Gray Burmese Spinel Stone is a captivating natural gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.23 in D 0.16 in L 0.29 in
1.37 Carats Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Fancy Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
cushion
Cut fancy cushion
Behold the allure of this exquisite 1.37 carats Red Burmese Spinel, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modernist Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.24 in D 0.16 in L 0.28 in
2.55 Carats Vivid Blue Loose Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Step Cushion
The 2.55-carat Vivid Blue Spinel Stone is an exquisite example of natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.27 in D 0.21 in L 0.34 in
2.05 carats Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Step Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion
The exquisite beauty of a 2.05-carat Red Burmese Spinel is captured in its mesmerizing Step
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.27 in D 0.2 in L 0.3 in
Vivid Blue Loose Spinel 1.15 carats round brilliant cut Natural Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape round
Cut round brilliant
The Vivid Blue Spinel is a captivating gemstone, boasting a
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.26 in D 0.15 in L 0.26 in
1.15 Carats Orange Red Burmese Loose Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion
Discover the captivating allure of this exquisite 1.15 carat Orangy Red Burmese Spinel Stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.22 in D 0.16 in L 0.25 in
Lovely Natural Spinel Loose Gemstone 1.15 Carats Spinel Ring Spinel Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely Natural Spinel Loose Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Brilliant Grey Spinel Loose Gemstone 1.40 Carats Spinel Jewellery Spinel Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Grey Spinel Loose Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Sweet Pink Natural Spinel Gemstone 0.94 Carats Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
shape, 0.94 Carats loose spinel From Burma.
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GEMSTONE TYPE Sweet Pink Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.22 in D 0.15 in L 0.24 in
GGI Certified 1.05 Carat Faceted Red Spinel From Myanmar, Loose Burmese Spinel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight : 1.05 Carats
Dimensions : 5.9x5.8x4.1 Mm
Origin : Burma Myanmar
Clarity : Eye
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Hot Pink Sakura Spinel Loose Stone 3.0 Carats Natural Spinel Faceted Spinel Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Hot Pink Sakura Spinel Loose Stone of 3.0 carats from Burma has a wonderful cut in a Cushion shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.28 in D 0.21 in L 0.39 in
Majestic Orange Red Spinal Cut Gemstone 1.15 Carats AIG Certified Spinel Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
1.15 carats SI Clarity Natural Loose Spinel from Burma.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE: Majestic
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Gorgeous Orange Red Spinel Gemstone 1.37 Carats Spinel Jewellery Spinel Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
1.37 carats SI Clarity Natural Loose Spinel from Burma.
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GEMSTONE TYPE: Gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Baby Pink Natural Spinel Gemstone 1.40 Carats Spinel Jewelry Spinel Rings
Located in Bangkok, TH
carats Eye Clean Clarity Loose Spinel from Burma.
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GEMSTONE TYPE: Baby Pink Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Pretty Brownish Red Spinel Stone 1.67 Carats Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
carats Loose certified Spinel gemstone from Burma.
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Weight 1.67 carats
Dimensions
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.24 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 in
Beautiful Brownish Red Spinel Gemstone 1.85 Carats Spinel Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
1.85 Carats, Natural Loose Spinel From Burma.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE TYPE: Beautiful Brownish
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Shiny Red Spinel Stone 1.17 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
high quality, Loose Spinel stone From Burma.
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GEMSTONE TYPE Shiny Red Spinel Stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Purplish Pink Spinel from Burma 1.26 Carats Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spinel Cuttingstone Spinel Burma Spinel Gemstone Spinel Loose Spinel Luxurygems
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.23 in D 0.16 in L 0.26 in
Pinkish Purple Spinel For Ring 1.61 Carats Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spinel Loose Spinel Cuttingstone Spinel Burma Spinel Luxurygems Proposal Engagement rings Art Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.26 in D 0.16 in L 0.29 in
Purplish Pink Natural Spinel Gemstone 1.60 Carats Spinel Gem Pink Spinel Purple
Located in Bangkok, TH
, custom cushion cut, 1.60 carats loose certified spinel from Burma.
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GEMSTONE TYPE
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.31 in
GGI Certified 0.76 Carats Loose Red Spinel from Burma, Faceted Burmese Spinel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gorgeous Loose Spinel
Weight: 0.76 Carats
Dimension: 5.81x4.45x3.38 Mm
Origin: Burma
Color: Red
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2010s Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
Orange Color Natural Spinel from Burma 1.05 Cts Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Color Natural Spinel From Burma 1.05 CTS Spinel Gemstones Spinel Jewelry
Spinel Gemstone Spinel Loose
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.2 in D 0.15 in L 0.29 in
Excellent Bright Pink Cut Spinel Gemstone 1.85 CTS Spinel Jewellery Spinel Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Available
Spinel Gemstone Natural Spinel Gemstone Spinel Stone Loose Spinel Gem Spinel Ring Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Red Burma Spinel Stone 2.05 CTS Natural Spinel Dark Red Spinel Stone From Burma
Located in Bangkok, TH
Burma Spinel Luxurygems Proposal Engagement rings Art Loosegemstone Loose Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.29 in D 0.18 in L 0.3 in
Dazzling Sweet Red Natural Spinel 2.10 Carats Buy Spinel Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gems Spinel Cuttingstone Spinel Burma Spinel Gemstone Spinel Loose Spinel
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Natural Loose Red Burmese Spinel Cushion Cut Gemstone 1.60 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gorgeous Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.60 Carats
Dimension: 7x5.9x4.6 Mm
Origin: Burma
Color: Red
Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Pink Spinel Gemstone Lot 4.50 Carats Each Weight 1.60, 1.15, 1.05 and 0.70 Carat
Located in Bangkok, TH
TREATMENT: None
CERTIFICATE: Available
Spinel Gemstone Natural Spinel Gemstone Spinel Jewellery Loose
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
1.05 Carat Loose Red Spinel from Myanmar Burma Available for Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight : 1.05 Carats
Dimensions : 6.8x5.4x3.7 Mm
Origin : Burma Myanmar
Clarity : Eye
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2010s Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
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Spinel, Black Spinel
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1.05 Carat Natural Loose Red Spinel Ring Gem From Myanmar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.05 Carats
Dimension: 5.5x5.5x4 Mm
Origin: Burma Myanmar
Shape: Cushion
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.22 in D 0.16 in L 0.22 in
1.35 Carats Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel Ring Gemstone Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.35 Carats
Dimension: 6.4x5.3x4.4 Mm
Origin: Myanmar
Color: z Red
Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Artist Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.21 in D 0.18 in L 0.26 in
Burmese Unheated Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Taipei, TW
This gem comes from the famous Burma origin, the weight is over 3 carats 3.06 carats to be exact, it has a distinct saturation of pinkish color with slight purple mixed in it, what m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
1.60 Carats Natural Loose Red Burmese Spine Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.60 Carats
Dimension: 6.3x6.2x4.5 Mm
Origin: Burma / Myanmar
Treatment: Non
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Late 20th Century Burmese Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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W 0.25 in D 0.18 in L 0.25 in
Burmese Unheated Spinel Loose Gemstone
Located in Taipei, TW
This gem comes from the famous Burma origin, the weight is over 3 carats 3.78 carats to be exact, it has a distinct saturation of pink color ,what makes this gem even better is that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
Interesting Loose Purple Spinel 1.50 Carats
Located in Bangkok, TH
Interesting Loose Purple Spinel, available for sale at wholesale price, Emerald cut, Rectangular
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones
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Spinel
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Loose Spinel For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact loose spinel you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic loose spinel over the years, but those made by Merkaba, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Fine Jewels UK are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a cushion cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and kite cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our loose spinel for sale are for women, but there are 23 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Loose Spinel?
Prices for a loose spinel can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $220 and can go as high as $179,540, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,520.
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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