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1.70 Carats Pink Loose Garnet Stone Custom Precision Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape octagon Cut Custom Precision his exquisite 1.70 carats Pink Garnet stone, custom precision
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.20 Carats Natural Malawi Loose Garnet Pink Garnet Garnet Necklace Garnet Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
cut ORIGIN: Malawi TREATMENT: None Natural Malawi Loose Garnet Pink Garnet Garnet Necklace Garnet Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.05 Carats Pink Loose Garnet Stone Step Asscher Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
octagon Cut fancy Asscher Crafted with precision and beauty, this exquisite Pink Garnet Stone boasts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African 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

Natural Reddish Pink Malawi Garnet Stone 2.0 Carats Garnet Jewelry Garnet Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Reddish Pink Malawi Garnet Stone of 2.0 carats from Malawi has a wonderful cut in a Octagon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Hot Pink Garnet 2.25 carat Square cut Natural Madagascar's Loose Garnet Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Loose Gemstone Garnet Gemstone Weight 2.25 carats Dimensions 7.1 x 7.0 x 4.5 mm Origin Madagascar
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.20 Cts Purplish Pink Loose Rhodolite Garnet Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Purplish Pink Treatment: Non Rhodolite garnet is a captivating gemstone renowned for its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

1.20 Cts Purplish Pink Loose Rhodolite Garnet Ring Gem
1.20 Cts Purplish Pink Loose Rhodolite Garnet Ring Gem
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W 0.19 in D 0.1 in L 0.33 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

Natural 1.53ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Oval Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.53ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Oval 6.1x7.6mm Loose Gem Natural Loose Rhodolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 1.90ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 1.90ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 7.8x6.7mm Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

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

Pink Garnet Ring Gemstone 4.25 Carat Loose Gemstone Ceylon Origin
Located in Makola, LK
Natural Pink Garnet 4.25 Carats, come with a pretty Pink color and luster and perfect cut, unheated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

2.50ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Oval Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.50ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Oval Cut Loose Gem 8.8 x 6.3mm Natural Rhodolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Brilliant Natural Pink Garnet Stone 1.85 Carats Garnet Gemstone from Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Natural Pink Garnet Stone of 1.85 carats from Africa has a wonderful cut in a Octagon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Fine 2.70ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.70ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 8.4x7.6mm VS Fine Natural Rhodolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 1.88ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem 7.8x6.5mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Garnet Loose Gemstone. 1.88 Carat with a beautiful pink purplish colour and very good clarity. This stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

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

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

Small 1.05 Carats Natural Loose Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garneg Weight: 1.05 Carats Dimension: 6.4x6.9x3.6 Mm Origin: Tanzania Shape
Category

2010s Tanzanian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 3.13 Carat Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 3.13ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gemstone 9x8mm VVS Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Pink Umbalite Loose Garnet 3.20 Carats Step Oval Cut Natural Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clean Cut Step Oval The Pink Umbalite Garnet, a mesmerizing gemstone originating from Malawi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Fine 2.01ct Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut 8.2x6.6mm Loose Gem IF
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.01ct Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut 8.2x6.6mm Loose Gem IF Fine Natural VIVID
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 2.45ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Round Diamond Cut 7.8mm Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.45ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Round Diamond Cut 7.8mm Loose Gem Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 2.80ct Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Round Diamond Cut 7.5mm Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 2.80ct Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Round Diamond Cut 7.5mm Loose Gem Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite

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

1.85 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape
1.85 Carats Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Pear Shape
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W 0.27 in D 0.17 in L 0.37 in
2.25 Carats Loose Red Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone From Madagascar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
garnet is considered a protective stone that can shield against negative energies and psychic attacks
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

1.75 Cts Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Ring Gem From Tanzania Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Loose Garnet Weight: 1.75 Carats Dimension: 7.2x5.9x4.7 Mm Origin: Tanzania Africa Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Gorgeous Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Multi Shape 4.30 Carat Gem Lot
Located in Peshawar, PK
raspberry-red to purplish-pink hues. A variety of the garnet family, rhodolite derives its name from the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts 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

6.30 Carats Pinkish Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
collector's piece, this Reddish Pink Garnet is a testament to the Earth's natural artistry and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

10.37 Carats Reddish Pink Garnet Cushion Cut Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
clean Shape cushion Cut fancy cushion The 10.37-carat Reddish Pink Garnet is an exquisite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

6.94 carats Fire Reddish Pink Garnet Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
jewelry garnet stone garnet gemstone january stone red garnet garnet stone jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

8.46 carats Reddish Pink Garnet Square Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Cushion Cut: Square Cushion The 8.46-carat Reddish Pink Garnet Square Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

5.46 carats Reddish Pink Garnet Step Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion Cut Step Cushion A radiant Reddish Pink Garnet, weighing an impressive 5.46 carats, takes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.80 Carat Deep Red Almandine Garnet Pair
Located in Hua Hin, TH
color spectrum. However Pyrope garnets are predominantly discovered in shades of red, purple and pink
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.80 Carat Deep Red Almandine Garnet Pair
1.80 Carat Deep Red Almandine Garnet Pair
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W 0.24 in D 0.14 in L 0.24 in
0.95 Carats Natural Rhodolite Garnet Pixel Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Purplish Pink Shape: Pixelated Rhodolite garnet is a striking and valuable gemstone that stands out for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

0.95 Carats Natural Rhodolite Garnet Pixel Cut
0.95 Carats Natural Rhodolite Garnet Pixel Cut
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W 0.2 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
Organic Pinkish Red Rhodolite Garnet 1.40 carats Trilliant Cut Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
blend of pink and red hues that will surely capture your heart. garnet stone rhodolite garnet garnet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

6.27 carats Pinkish Red Garnet Fancy Oval Cut Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
it a unique and cherished addition to any collection. garnet garnet jewelry garnet stone garnet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Pink Tourmaline Ring Loose Stone 3.41 Carat Unmounted Emerald Cut
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
3.41 Carat Pink Tourmaline emerald-cut loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a gem lover. Returns
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline

Gorgeous Certified 1.77 Carat Natural Malaya Garnet Color Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Malaya Garnet Weight : 1.77 Carats Dimensions : 6.65x6.59x4.79 Mm Origin : Madagascar Africa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Dome Rings

Materials

Garnet, Mandarin Garnet

Antique Necklace 13 Natural 14ctw Gems solid 14/ 18K Gold / 5.8gr
Located in SE
5. Single dark Red Garnet 8 mm x 5 mm x 3 mm / ca.1ct Total weight of the stones involved: ca.14ct
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Towe Norlen Cupido 4.56 Carat Contemporary Diamond and Ruby Stackable Rings
Located in Stockholm, SE
loose rings, set with 1080 stones in total, 216 pcs on each ring, that can be worn in different
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Stunning Hot Pink Garnet Gemstone 2.40 CTS Garnetstone Loose Garnet Garnet Ringi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Stunning Hot Pink Garnet Gemstone of 2.40 carats from Malawi has a wonderful cut in a Octagon shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.35 Carats Pinkish Red Loose Garnet Stone Oval Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shape 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

Fiery Reddish Pink Garnet 3.10 carats Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
this Reddish Pink Garnet. Weighing 3.10 carats, this cushion-cut natural gemstone hails from the gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Reddish Pink Garnet 2.40 carats Step Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion Cut Step Cushion This exquisite gemstone is a Reddish Pink Garnet, boasting a substantial
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Purchase Reddish Pink Garnet 3.65 carats Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
the exquisite beauty of this Reddish Pink Garnet. Weighing 3.65 carats, this cushion cut natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Natural Mahenge Malaya Garnet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A Vivid Pink Manhenge Garnet, from Tanzania. It was mined in the Manhenge Mountains region in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Natural Mahenge Malaya Garnet
Natural Mahenge Malaya Garnet
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W 0.27 in D 0.14 in L 0.19 in
5.70 carats Pinkish red Garnet fancy Oval Cut Natural Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
produce treasures of unparalleled elegance. garnet january birthstone garnet jewelry garnet stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Fine 2.25ct Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Fancy ‘Lozenge’ Cut
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Rhodolite Garnet Loose Gemstone. 2.25 Carat with a beautiful vivid purple pink colour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 1.15ct Vivid Pink Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Emerald Octagon Cut
Located in Birmingham, GB
Spessartine Garnet Loose Gemstone. 1.15 Carat with a beautiful vivid pink colour and excellent clarity. Very
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

4.6 Carat Peach Tourmaline, 22 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
frequently used in antique jewelry for European nobility by Carl Faberge and loose stones are popular with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yello...

11.25 Carats Rhodolite Pink Garnet Stone Lot Natural Loose Gemstone from Africa
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnet Stone Lot, a collection of natural loose gemstones sourced from the enchanting landscapes of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Natural 0.87ct Vivid Pink Rhodolite Garnet Round Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 0.87ct Vivid Pink Rhodolite Garnet Round Cut Loose Gem 5.6mm Natural Loose Rhodolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Natural 1.81ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Oval Loose Gem VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.81ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Oval 7.8x6.7mm Loose Gem VVS Natural Loose
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Natural 3.54ct Purplish Pink Garnet Octagon Cut Loose Gem Madagascar VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 3.54ct Purplish Pink Garnet Octagon Cut Loose Gem Madagascar VS Natural Rhodolite Loose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Fine 1.93ct Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Garnet Loose Gemstone. 1.93 Carat with a beautiful pink purplish colour and very good clarity. This stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 1.93ct Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
Fine 1.93ct Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
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H 0.18 in W 0.32 in D 0.28 in
4.98 Carat Rhodolite Garnet Oval, Unset Loose 3-Stone Engagement Ring Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This raspberry colored beauty is the perfect example of a gem rhodolite garnet! A brilliant and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rhodolite, Garnet

2.16ct Fine Vivid Pink Red Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut Loose Rare Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.16ct Fine Vivid Pink Red Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut 7.8x6.4mm Loose Rare Gem Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones

Fine 1.58ct Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Garnet Loose Gemstone. 1.58 Carat with a beautiful pink purplish colour and very good clarity. This stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Fine 1.58ct Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem
Fine 1.58ct Pinkish Purple Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem
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H 0.25 in W 0.28 in D 0.19 in
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Pink Garnet Loose Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pink garnet loose stone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2 vintage editions and 15 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect pink garnet loose stone may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A pink garnet loose stone from Gems and Jewels UK — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. 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 heart cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pink garnet loose stone, 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 Pink Garnet Loose Stone?

On average, a pink garnet loose stone at 1stDibs sells for $89, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $270 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.