$24,500Sale Price|50% Off
H 0.26 in W 0.36 in L 0.43 in
5.66 Ct Luc Yên Red Spinel - Lotus Gemmology Certified
Located in Brisbane City, AU
• Gemstone: Natural Spinel • Variety: Red Spinel • Weight: 5.66 carats • Shape: Antique Cushion • Dimensions
Spinel
Radiant Kiriko Cut Red Spinel 0.79 Carat, Custom Precision Cut
Located in 足立区, JP
cutting. Gemstone: Natural Red Spinel Weight: 0.79 carats Cut: Radiant Kiriko Cut Origin of Design
Spinel
54.83 Carat Burmese Red Spinel Cabochon for Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
54.83 Carat Burmese Red Spinel Cabochon for Fine Jewelry NO HEAT NO TREATMENT 1 Piece Weight
Spinel
$53,900Sale Price|44% Off
H 0.36 in W 0.46 in L 0.53 in
11.14 Carat Red Spinel - Luc Yên, Vietnam - Lotus Gemology Certified
Located in Brisbane City, AU
. Gemstone Details Primary Stone: Natural Spinel Variety: Red Spinel Carat Weight: 11.14 carats Shape
Spinel
6.43ct Cushion Red Spinel GIA Certified Burma (Myanmar) Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Cut Transparency: Transparent Colour: Red RESULTS Species: Spinel Variety: Geographic Origin: Burma
Spinel
3.39ct Oval Red Spinel GIA Certified Mahenge, Tanzania Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Red RESULTS Species: Natural Spinel Variety: Geographic Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Item
Spinel
4.70 Carat Natural Loose Red Spinel Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Red Spinel Lot Weight : 4.70 Carat Sizes: 0.85 To 0.90 Carat Origin: Myanmar ( Burma
Spinel, Other
$2,000
W 0.35 in D 0.2 in L 0.24 in
2.07ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Purplish Red Spinel GIA Certified Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Pavilion: Transparency: Transparent Color: Purplish Red RESULTS Species: Natural Spinel Variety
Spinel
GIA Certified 1.27ct No Heat Red Spinel, Mogok Burma, Cushion Cut
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the mesmerizing brilliance of this 1.27 carat vivid red Burma Spinel, a gemstone of
Spinel
GIA Certified 1.64ct No Heat Red Spinel, Mogok Burma, Cushion Cut
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the mesmerizing brilliance of this 1.64 carat vivid red Burma Spinel, a gemstone of
Spinel
GIA Certified 1.91ct No Heat Red Spinel, Mogok Burma, Cushion Cut
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the mesmerizing brilliance of this 1.91 carat vivid red Burma Spinel, a gemstone of
Spinel
GIA Certified 2.47ct No Heat Red Spinel, Cushion Cut, Mogok, Burma
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the mesmerizing brilliance of this 2.47 carat vivid red Burma Spinel, a gemstone of
Spinel
$280Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.23 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
Gorgeous 1.05 Carats Natural Red Burmese Loose Spinel Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Red Certificate: On Demand Red spinel, a mesmerizing gemstone, stands out with its intense and
Spinel
Gubelin Certified 11.88 Carat Burma No Heat Red Spinel Pair, Cushion Cut
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the mesmerizing brilliance of this 11.88 carat vivid red Burma Spinel pair, a gemstone of
Spinel
1.45 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Weight: 1.45 Carat Dimension: 7.8 x 6.1 x 3.4 Mm Colour: Red Shape: Cushion Origin
Spinel, Other
$1,232Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.33 in D 0.14 in L 0.22 in
1.54 Carat Natural Pinkish Red Spinel from Burma No Heat
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Lovley 1.54 Carat Natural Pinkish Red Spinel from Burma Dimension: 8.29 x 5.40 x 3.43 mm Weight
Spinel
$9,600
W 0.43 in D 0.21 in L 0.3 in
3.39 Carat Oval Red Spinel GIA Certified Mahenge, Tanzania Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Step Cut Transparency: Transparent Color: Red RESULTS Species: Natural Spinel Variety: Geographic
Spinel
$1,800
W 0.22 in D 0.18 in L 0.28 in
The Fiery Sunset: Rare 1.14ct Certified Velvety Orangish Red Mahenge Spinel
Located in Kowloon, HK
exquisite Mahenge spinel is a marvel of nature, renowned for its intense orangish-red hue and a unique
Spinel
7.45 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
) Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Spinels is a captivating gemstone prized for its brilliant
Spinel, Other
$1,592Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.41 in D 0.23 in L 0.32 in
Lotus Certified 3.41 Carat Red Spinel from Sri Lanka No Heat
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Lotus Certified 3.41 carat Red Spinel from Sri Lanka Shape: Oval Cutting Style Faceted, Crown
Spinel
Gubelin Certified 4.98 Carat Burma No Heat Red Spinel, Cushion Cut, Mogok, Burma
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the mesmerizing brilliance of this 4.98 carat vivid red Burma Spinel, a gemstone of
Spinel
5.65 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Certificate: On Customer Demand Spinels is a captivating gemstone prized for its brilliant colors and
Spinel, Other
$1,100
W 0.24 in D 0.19 in L 0.24 in
AGA Certified 1.25 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel From Myanmar
Located in Peshawar, PK
red, pink, blue, violet, and orange, spinel has often been mistaken for other gemstones like ruby and
Spinel, Other
4.35 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Red Spinel Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Lot Weight: 4.35 Carat Sizes: 0.85 to 1.10 Carat Colour: Red Shape: Cushion Origin
Spinel, Other
$900
W 0.27 in D 0.17 in L 0.29 in
GFCO Certified 1.60 Carat Natural Loose Red Spinel From Myanmar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Weight: 1.60 Carat Dimension: 7.35 x 6.68 x 4.14 Mm Colour: Red Origin: Myanmar
Spinel, Other
Burmese Red Spinels Pair, 2.2ct Cushion Cut, Unheated, Art Deco
Located in Singapore, SG
understanding and respect for our pricing decision. Features : Main Gemstone - Natural Spinels Quantity (pcs
Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
$47,500Sale Price|50% Off
H 0.27 in W 0.47 in L 0.54 in
9.57 Carat Natural Red Spinel from Luc Yên, Vietnam – Lotus Gemology Certified
Located in Brisbane City, AU
This exceptional 9.57 carat natural red spinel originates from the renowned Lục Yên marble-host
Spinel
$480Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.29 in D 0.16 in L 0.3 in
2.00 Carat Gorgeous Orange Red Spinel Loose Stone Cushion Cut form Burma
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion NA This 2.00-carat natural Spinel is a gorgeous gemstone, showcasing a vibrant orange-red hue
Spinel
Jennifer Liang Gold Sea Urchin Gemstone Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Sea Urchin Ring was cast from nature in 14 kt gold. It has a rose cut red spinel gemstone in its
Spinel, Gold
$12,775
W 0.32 in D 0.23 in L 0.48 in
certified 5.11 carats burmese red spinel natural cushion cut stone natural gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
certified 5.11 carats burmese spinel natural cushion cut stone natural gemstone Weight: 5.11
Spinel
$2,150
W 0.38 in D 172.92 in L 0.37 in
Lotus Certified 3.33 Carat Purplish Red Spinel from Sri Lanka No Heat
Located in Hua Hin, TH
3.33 Carat Purplish Red Spinel from Sri Lanka know in the past variously as Serendib or the "Isle
Spinel
$236Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.28 in
Invest in Fine Quality Red Burmese Spinel 1.55 carats Cushion Cut Natural Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
beauty of this Red Burmese Spinel, a natural gemstone of exceptional quality. With a weight of 1.55
Spinel
$400Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.25 in D 0.18 in L 0.25 in
1.60 Carats Natural Loose Red Burmese Spine Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color: Red Shape: Cushion certificate: on demand Red spinel is a mesmerizing gemstone known for its
Spinel
Jennifer Liang 14 KT Gold Red Spinel Stackable Gemstone Ring
Located in New York, NY
14kt gold stackable gemstone ring with a red spinel stone. Additional gemstone and band size
Spinel, 14k Gold
$899
H 0.1 in L 0.08 in
80.00 carats Natural red spinel octahedron uncut beads natural gemstone necklace
Located in Jaipur, RJ
80.00 carats spinel uncut beaded natural gemstone necklace for fine jewelry Gemstone - Spinel
Spinel
$2,420Sale Price|55% Off
H 1.77 in W 1.18 in D 0.39 in L 1.38 in
Red Spinel Crystal Yellow Gold Pendant Natural Raw Uncut Gemstone Unisex Healing
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural red Jedi Spinel crystal on Marbel spinel origin - Burma stone
Crystal, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$19,305Sale Price|35% Off
1.75ct Pinkish Red Spinel Cushion Platinum Ring with Shield Diamonds - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A refined platinum ring showcasing a 1.75-carat pinkish red spinel in a cushion cut, chosen for its
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
AGL Certified 5.13 Carat Burmese Red Spinel Platinum Engagement Ring By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, collector grade 5.13 carat cushion cut red spinel from Classic Burma takes center stage in
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Spinel, Other, Platinum
Edwardian Red Spinel Multi-Strand Necklace with Diamond Plaque Clasp
Located in Miami, FL
: Europe France Metal: Platinum over 18 Karat Gold Gemstones: Natural Red Spinel Beads (untreated
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Natural Red Spinel and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14k white gold Gemstones: Red Spinel = 1.71ct emerald cut
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.23 Carat Red Spinel, Citrine and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Tri-colored Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fiery, orange-red spinel is set in this beautiful 18k yellow, rose and white gold handmade ring
Citrine, White Diamond, Spinel, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Gold,...
Victorian 0.65ct Red Spinel and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
work across the gallery and shoulders. Gemstone: Red Spinel Stone Shape: Old Cushion Cut Carat Weight
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
Tudor Gold Spinel Set Ring, English, circa 16th Century
Located in London, GB
spinel. These red gemstones were highly valued for their magical qualities and were believed to protect
Spinel, Gold
Art Deco GIA Certified 4.35 Carat No Heat Spinel Vintage Platinum Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
features a natural red spinel center gemstone. The spinel carries a carat weight of 4.35 and holds a red
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Jennifer Liang 14 KT Gold Mini Sea Urchin Ring with Black Diamond
Located in New York, NY
gemstones available upon request. Please contact us to customize your own piece. Also available with red
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
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.