$438Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Round Cut 12.25 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 12.25 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Round Brilliant Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 3.90 Ct (8.91 x 8.83 x 7.43) 4.98 Ct (10.21 x 9.38 x 7.22) 3.37 Ct (8.41 x ...
Peridot
$321Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Emerald Cut 6.26 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 6.26 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.34 Ct (8.33 x 6.09 x 5.52) 2.11 Ct (9.09 x 5.15 x 4.86) 1.81 Ct (10.36 x 5.29 x 3....
Peridot
$200Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut 5.14 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 5.14 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.43 Ct (7.61 x 6.81 x 6.18) 1.51 Ct (5.57 x 7.20 x 4.64) 1.20 Ct (5.65 x 5.65 x 4.7...
Peridot
$454Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vibrant Green Peridot 4.69 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this Peridot is completely untreated, preserving its pure, earth-mined beauty.
Peridot
$417Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vibrant Green Peridot 4.87 Carat Baguette Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 4.87 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Baguette Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 11.91 x 8.13 x 5.83 🌈 COLOR: Vibrant Green 🔎 CLARITY: VVS ⚗️ TREATMENT: None (100%...
Peridot
$331Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Emerald Cut 6.50 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 6.50 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.35 Ct (9.09 x 6.87 x 4.37) 2.37 Ct (9.48 x 6.44 x 3.95) 1.78 Ct (8.35 x 5.36 x 4.1...
Peridot
$380Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vibrant Green Peridot 3.93 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined peridot is completely natural and untreated, preserving its pure beauty and value.
Peridot
$220Sale Price|30% Off
4.10 Carat Natural Green Peridot with Dense Ludwigite-Type Needle Inclusions
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the Supat Mine, Kohistan, Pakistan, it offers authenticity, rarity, and strong collector appeal, perfect for designers and gemstone enthusiasts seeking an uncommon and e...
Peridot
$829Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Green Peridot 8.15 Ct Cushion Cut Gemstone with Black Needle Inclusions
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this untreated peridot features excellent VVS clarity complemented by unique natural black needle-like inclusions, addin...
Peridot
Natural Green Ludwigite Peridot Square Cushion Cut 20.27 Carat Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat Valley, Kohistan, Pakistan, this specimen represents the pinnacle of collectible peridot, combining geological rarity with artistic beauty.
Peridot
$1,644Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Round Cut 14.54 Carat Loose Gemstone for Pendant
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this peridot reflects the finest qualities of earth-mined gemstones.
Peridot
$277Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Emerald Cut 7.83 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 7.83 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.83 Ct (8.16 x 7.04 x 5.66) 2.00 Ct (6.83 x 6.60 x 5.13) 1.53 Ct (7.12 x 6.05 x 4.4...
Peridot
$344Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vibrant Green Natural Peridot Emerald Cut 10.53 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 10.53 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 3.25 Ct (11.31 x 6.05 x 4.98) 1.73 Ct (6.79 x 5.78 x 5.28) 1.64 Ct (7.82 x 5.28 x 4...
Peridot
$230Sale Price|30% Off
4.40 Carat Natural Green Peridot with Dense Ludwigite-Type Needle Inclusions
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the Supat Mine, Kohistan, Pakistan, it offers authenticity, rarity, and strong collector appeal, perfect for designers and gemstone enthusiasts seeking an uncommon and e...
Peridot
$195Sale Price / set|30% Off
Natural Light Green Peridot 5.55 Carat Cushion & Trillion Cut Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstones for Ring, Earrings, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry Setting- from Supat Mine, Kohistan Pakistan!!
Peridot
$135Sale Price|20% Off
Capture the Essence of Nature Asscher Cut Peridot Gemstone Refresh and Renew
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.65 carats Dimensions 8.1x8.0x6.9 mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity SI (Slightly Included) Shape Octagon Cut Asscher Experience the Mesmerizing Brilliance of A...
Peridot
$277Sale Price / set|30% Off
Lime Green Natural Peridot 11.54 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from Supat, Kohistan, Pakistan, these Peridots are 100% natural and untreated, preserving their authentic beauty.
Peridot
Lime Green Natural Peridot 4.45 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from Supat, Kohistan, Pakistan, these earth-mined Peridots are 100% natural and untreated.
Peridot
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 7 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring — Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 7.19 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring —Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$168Sale Price / set|30% Off
Lime Green Natural Peridot 8.08 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 8.08 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Octagon Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.30 Ct (7.69 x 7.12 x 4.94) 2.22 Ct (7.24 x 6.50 x 5.82) 1.76 Ct (6.52 x ...
Peridot
Lime Green Natural Peridot 5.05 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 5.05 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Octagon Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.46 Ct (7.69 x 6.66 x 6.02) 1.65 Ct (6.73 x 6.40 x 5.05) 0.94 Ct (5.43 x ...
Peridot
$258Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 4.39 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
These earth-mined peridots from Supat, Kohistan (Pakistan) showcase a rich vivid green hue with elegant octagon emerald-style cuts, making them ideal for high-end jewelry designs suc...
Peridot
$204Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 3.90 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 3.90 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Octagon Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 1.95 Ct (6.83 x 6.25 x 5.79) 1.95 Ct (7.43 x 6.32 x 4.94) 🌈 COLOR: Vivid ...
Peridot
$104Sale Price|30% Off
Light Green Natural Peridot 3.04 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring —Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 3.04 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Oval Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 9.30 x 7.53 x 6.43 🌈 COLOR: Light Green 🔎 CLARITY: Almost 90% Eye Clean ⚗️ TREATMENT:...
Peridot
$173Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 3.10 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring —Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$83Sale Price|30% Off
Light Green Natural Rutile Peridot 2.30 Carat Pear Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is perfect for custom rings, pendants, earrings, and other fine jewelry creations.
Peridot
$244Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 4.50 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring —Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$275Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 4.92 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring —Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$342Sale Price / set|30% Off
Light Green Natural Peridot 12.13 Ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
This parcel features earth-mined peridots from Supat, Kohistan (Pakistan), offering a beautiful soft green hue that makes them ideal for elegant fine jewelry designs.
Peridot
$329Sale Price / set|40% Off
Light Green Natural Peridot 13.78 Ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
This parcel features earth-mined peridots from Supat, Kohistan (Pakistan), offering a beautiful soft green hue that makes them ideal for elegant fine jewelry designs.
Peridot
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 5.50 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 2.87 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
Lime Green Natural Peridot 5.03 Ct Pear Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat mines of Kohistan, Pakistan, they reflect true earth-mined beauty. Completely untreated and 100% natural, these slightly included Peridots carry auth...
Peridot
$398Sale Price / set|30% Off
Lime Green Natural Peridot 18.91 Carat Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 18.91 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Octagon Emerald Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.76 Ct (8.55 x 7.16 x 5.68) 2.20 Ct (7.65 x 6.47 x 5.63) 2.41 Ct (8.15 x...
Peridot
$104Sale Price|30% Off
Lime Green Natural Peridot 5.18 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$183Sale Price|35% Off
Lime Green Natural Peridot 7.09 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mined from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this earth-mined Peridot is 100% natural and untreated, preserving its authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$389Sale Price / set|40% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot 13.64 Ct Pear Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 13.64 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Pear Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 6.31 Ct (15.65 x 8.94 x 6.88) 4.24 Ct (14.11 x 7.59 x 5.59) 3.09 Ct (11.19 x 7.07 x 5...
Peridot
$336Sale Price|20% Off
3.35 Carat Precision Cut Emerald Shape Loose Green Peridot Gemstone for Sell
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Peridot Weight: 3.35 Carats Dimension: 9.2x7.6x5.8 Mm Origin: Suppat Valley Pakistan Color: Green Shape: Emerald Cut/Facet: Precision Treatment: Non It helps cure dise...
Peridot
$258Sale Price|30% Off
Soft Green Natural Rutile Peridot 6.18 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 6.18 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Oval Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 13.00 x 9.93 x 6.37 🌈 COLOR: Vibrant Soft Green 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Included with Rut...
Peridot
$314Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Lime Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut 5.80 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 5.80 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 11.76 x 8.73 x 6.68 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Lime Green 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Included ⚗️ TRE...
Peridot
$188Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Lime Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut 4.52 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 4.52 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 9.95 x 8.74 x 6.62 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Lime Green 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Included ⚗️ TREA...
Peridot
$1,872Sale Price|30% Off
Huge 29.05Ct Natural Green Rutile Peridot Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Pendant
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this untreated (100% natural) Peridot is a prized August birthstone, ideal for creating bold, one-of-a-kind luxury jewel...
Peridot
$304Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Lime Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut 5.10 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 5.10 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 10.42 x 8.71 x 6.75 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Lime Green 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Included ⚗️ TRE...
Peridot
$328Sale Price|30% Off
Vivid Lime Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut 5.61 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 5.61 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 11.05 x 9.14 x 6.69 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Lime Green 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Included ⚗️ TRE...
Peridot
$463Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vibrant Green Peridot 5.50 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, this 100% natural and untreated peridot is a perfect choice for fine jewelry creations.
Peridot
$130Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vibrant Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut 4.03 Carat Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from the renowned Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, these peridots are 100% natural and untreated, preserving their authentic beauty and value.
Peridot
$1,398Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vivid Green Peridot Cushion Cut 8.32 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 8.32 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 12.13 x 10.22 x 8.33 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Green 🔎 CLARITY: Eye Clean ⚗️ TREATMENT: None ...
Peridot
$132Sale Price / set|30% Off
Natural Light Green Peridot Emerald Cut 7.89 Carat Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
With a combined weight of 7.89 carats, these earth-mined gems are sourced from the famous Supat region of Kohistan, Pakistan, known for producing fine quality peridot crystals.
Peridot
18k Gold Peridot Diamond Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring 10.81 carats of vibrant green peridot from Pakistan and 0.46 carats of sparkling diamonds from South Africa.
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
$343Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Fancy Cushion Cut 8.41 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 8.41 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Brilliant Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.17 Ct (8.10 x 7.06 x 4.67) 2.58 Ct (7.28 x 6.86 x 6.42) 2.12 Ct (6.98 x ...
Peridot
$160Sale Price|20% Off
1.95 Carats Natural Loose Green Peridot Ring Gem Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Today, peridot is sourced from various locations worldwide, including Arizona, Pakistan, and Myanmar.
Peridot
$372Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Round Brilliant Cut 7 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 7.00 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Round Brilliant Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 2.74 Ct (8.58 x 8.46 x 5.49) 2.46 Ct (7.91 x 7.88 x 5.79) 1.80 Ct (7.55 x 7....
Peridot
$475Sale Price / set|30% Off
4.54 Carat Vivid Green Natural Peridot, Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone Pair
Located in Peshawar, PK
Sourced from Kohistan, Pakistan, these untreated, 100% natural Peridots are perfect for custom earrings, a statement ring, or a unique pendant.
Peridot
$274Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Modified Cushion Cut 8.42 Ct Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 8.42 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Modified Brilliant Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 4.27 Ct (10.90 x 7.61 x 6.17) 1.90 Ct (7.54 x 6.50 x 4.65) 2.25 C...
Peridot
$384Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Modified Cushion Cut 12.62 Ct Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 12.62 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Modified Brilliant Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 5.04 Ct (9.83 x 9.42 x 7.20) 4.02 Ct (9.79 x 8.20 x 5.67) 3.56 C...
Peridot
$331Sale Price|30% Off
4.47 Carat Vivid Green Natural Peridot Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peridot ⚖️ WEIGHT: 4.47 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushion Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 11.10 x 9.10 x 5.68 🌈 COLOR: Vivid Green 🔎 CLARITY: Approx 95% Eye Clean ⚗️ TREATME...
Peridot
Vividly colored. Relatively inexpensive. The striking green gemstone that is the star of the show in your vintage and antique peridot jewelry and watches is timeless and loved all over the world.
Suffering from nightmares? Try placing a peridot next to your pillow. In ancient Egypt, where the semiprecious stone was first discovered (and where it was referred to as the “gem of the sun”), it was believed to have magical powers, including the ability to protect people from evil spirits, including the ones responsible for bad dreams. Luckily for those wanting to test their efficacy against nighttime terrors, peridots are relatively inexpensive. Luckier still for August babies, whose birthstone it is, the vibrant green jewel in vintage peridot earrings, peridot rings and more goes beautifully with a summer wardrobe.
Peridot was mined in ancient times, perhaps as early as 1500 BC, on Topazos Island, today known as Zabargad or St. John’s Island, in the Red Sea. According to gemologist Edward Gübelin, “the occurrence of peridot on Zabargad is intimately related to the regional geology and the tectonic processes that on a larger scale were responsible for the formation of the Red Sea itself.”
Those ancient deposits have been exhausted. Today the largest and finest peridots come from Pakistan and Myanmar, while the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona is the source of most of the stones used in mass-produced jewelry. Peridots are also found in Vietnam, Tanzania and China.
Zabargad is the source of the most famous large peridots, several of which are prized parts of public collections. The Natural History Museum in London owns a 146-carat step-cut stone, but it is the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, that boasts the largest cut peridot, weighing 310 carats. Then there’s the Chicago Field Museum’s pear-shaped Green Goddess, weighing 154-carat and etched with the figure of a woman. It was acquired at the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893, and In 2008, the renowned Chicago jeweler Lester Lampert designed an 18-karat yellow-gold setting for the stone, surrounding it with 3.24 carats of yellow diamonds.
Find vintage and antique peridot brooches, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Are you shopping for diamonds and other loose gemstones to create your own custom jewelry?
Why might you purchase a diamond or gemstone “loose” — that is, on its own, not mounted in a piece of jewelry? Perhaps you’re a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment. The scarcity of high-quality colored diamonds, for instance, especially pink diamonds, means that their value increases over time; the same is true of rare Kashmir sapphires and Burmese rubies. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraiba tourmaline, discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
A more common scenario would be that you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.
If this sounds like you, read on for tips on becoming one of the world’s savviest gem hunters.
Educate yourself: When buying any piece of gem-set fine jewelry, you should familiarize yourself with the factors that determine a stone’s price. This will enable you to streamline your search for the perfect gem and have intelligent, productive conversations with sellers.
There is a wealth of information online, such as our diamond-buying guide and this overview of colored gemstones for engagement rings. The buying guides of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), searchable by stone type, are also a widely trusted source for consumers venturing into the world of diamonds and gems for the first time.
Vet your vendor: If you peruse 1stDibs with any regularity, you know there is no shortage of vendors who deal in top-quality loose gemstones. (Read about our vetted sellers.) Finding a trustworthy, established dealer may be as easy as getting a recommendation from friends or family. And, although it may sound obvious, it pays to Google your candidates — and consult customer reviews — before making contact.
Harakh Mehta, designer and founder of the Mumbai, India–based fine-jewelry brand Harakh, has an innate understanding of proper client relations, especially when the customer is in unfamiliar territory. “Start chatting with the dealer, get to know them better," he says. "It’s very important to establish a comfort level. We never push a sale, as we want it to be a carefully considered purchase. So, if the client is not in a rush, we do it over a few virtual meetings or phone calls.”
Request documentation: The best dealers go to great lengths to furnish clients with documents verifying the quality rating, natural origin and provenance of a stone — showing, for example, that loose emerald hails from the famous Muzo mine in Colombia — and disclosing any treatments applied to enhance its appearance. (And who doesn't love emerald jewelry? The most valuable emeralds are the ones that have a deep bluish-green to true green color and no visible inclusions.)
If no grading report is available for a stone you are interested in, the dealer should be able to provide an authenticity document, such as an appraisal or info sheet, that has been signed by an in-house gemologist or professional appraiser. Google those names, too, for extra peace of mind.
Ask for videos and visuals: When transacting with a gem dealer online, you should always request real-time videos and photographs, since professional photos of a stone, usually on a white background, have likely been retouched for optimal presentation.
Read more about how to buy loose gemstones and find your dream gems today on 1stDibs.