$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
5.66 Ct Vivid Red Spinel - Luc Yên - Lotus Gemology Certified
Located in Brisbane City, AU
This fine 5.66 carat natural red spinel from Vietnam’s famed Luc Yên deposit displays the vivid saturation, strong brilliance, and pure red colour that have made Vietnamese spinels a...
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GIA Certified 1.58ct Unheated Purple-Red Spinel, Mixed Cut Gemstone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pretty Purple-Red spinel Mix cut , weighs 1.58 carats and would make a beautiful 3-stone ring, though its shape lends itself to a variety of possibilities! It measures 7.60 x 6....
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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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a region syn...
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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a region syn...
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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a region syn...
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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a region syn...
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GIA Certified Natural 3.59 carat Unheated Red Spinel, Square cushion Cut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pretty Deep-Red spinel Cushion cut , weighs 3.60 carats and would make a beautiful 3-stone ring, though its shape lends itself to a variety of possibilities! It measures 8.80 x ...
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3.14 Carat Red Cushion Cut No Heat Burmese Spinel Certified
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Certified Cushion-Cut No Heat Burmese Red Spinel. Gemstone: Natural Spinel Carat Weight: 3.14 Carats Measurements: 9.87 x 7.21 x 5.08 mm. Shape: Antique Cushion Cutting Style: Facet...
Spinel
$1,232Sale Price|20% Off
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: 1.54 Carat Shape: Octagonal Cut No Heat Gil Certified Report No: ST02022102151332
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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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a regi...
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11.14 Carat Intense Red Spinel - Luc Yên, Vietnam - Lotus Gemology Certified
Located in Brisbane City, AU
This exceptional 11.14 carat natural red spinel originates from the famed Luc Yên district of northern Vietnam, a source revered among gem collectors for producing some of the most v...
Spinel
$1,592Sale Price|20% Off
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 Brilliant, Pavilion Fancy Dimensions: 10.40 x 8.10 x 5.69 mm Weight: 3.41 Carat No Heat...
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The Fiery Sunset: Rare 1.14ct Certified Velvety Orangish Red Mahenge Spinel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Imagine capturing the last intense glow of a Tanzanian sunset and holding it in your hand. This exquisite Mahenge spinel is a marvel of nature, renowned for its intense orangish-red ...
Spinel
$358Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Deep Red Burmese Spinel 1.75 carats Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.75 carats Dimensions 6.77 x 6.78 x 4.3 mm Treatment None Origin Burma (Myanmar) Clarity VVS (Very, Very Slightly Included) Shape Cushion Cut Fancy Cushion Elevate your ...
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Art Deco Pair of 4.43ct Natural Deep Orangy Red Spinels, Burma
Located in Singapore, SG
Features : Main Gemstone - Natural Spinels Quantity (pcs) - 2 Total Carat Weight (2pcs) -(2.19 & 2.24) 4.43Ct (approx) Measurement of spinels (mm) -8.00x8.90x4.71/ 7.84x9.17x4.72...
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$88Sale Price|20% Off
0.90 carats Pinkish Red Spinel Stone Emerald Cut Gemstone from Burma
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.90 carats Dimensions 6.1x4.1x2.8 mm Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity SI Shape octagon Cut emerald This 0.90 carat Pinkish Red spinel gemstone is a stunning natur...
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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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a region syn...
Spinel
Natural Unheated Red Burmese Spinel Gemstone 1.38 carats with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Immerse yourself in the world of natural beauty with 1.38 carats Unheated Burmese Red Spinel, proudly certified by GIA. This octagonal gem, measuring 7.09 x 4.84 x 4.28 mm, dazzles ...
Spinel
$260Sale Price|20% Off
1.17 carats Brownish Red Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Gem from Burma
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.17 carats Dimensions 7.1x5.1x3.6 mm Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity VSS Shape Cushion Cut Fancy Cushion This stunning 1.17 carat Brownish Red spinel gemstone, cu...
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$400Sale Price|20% Off
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 Color: Red Shape: Cushion certificate: on demand Red spinel is a mesmerizing gemst...
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Burmese Red Spinels Pair, 2.2ct Cushion Cut, Unheated, Art Deco
Located in Singapore, SG
Kindly note that the stated price for this item is fixed and non-negotiable. We appreciate your understanding and respect for our pricing decision. Features : Main Gemstone - Natur...
Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated Red Burmese Spinel Gemstone 1.22 carats with GIA Report / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Explore the world of fine gemstones with 1.22 carats Natural Unheated Burmese Red Spinel, authenticated by GIA. This captivating oval gem, measuring 6.57 x 5.12 x 4.45 mm, showcases...
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$217Sale Price|20% Off
1.35 Carats Purplish Red Burmese Spinel Stone Emerald Cut Natural Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.35 carats Dim 6.7x5.4x3.9mm Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity eye clean Shape octagon Cut emerald The 1.35 carats Purplish Red Burmese Spinel Stone is a captivati...
Spinel
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 deposits of northern Vietnam; a locality celebrated among gem collectors for producing...
Spinel
$248Sale Price|20% Off
Majestic Orange Red Spinal Cut Gemstone 1.15 Carats AIG Certified Spinel Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Majestic Orange Red Spinal Cut Gemstone, Available For Sale At Wholesale Price Natural High Quality 1.15 carats SI Clarity Natural Loose Spinel from Burma.
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6.40 Carats orangy red burmese spinel cutstone cushion for ring natural gemstone
By Shree Nath Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
6.40 Carats orangy red burmese spinel cutstone oval for ring natural gemstone Weight: 6.40 Carats Size: 13x9x6 MM Pieces: 1 Shape : cushion
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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 of Jewels", Sri Lanka has produced fine gems for over 200 years, including many of ...
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certified 5.11 carats burmese red spinel natural cushion cut stone natural gem
By Shree Nath Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
certified 5.11 carats burmese spinel natural cushion cut stone natural gemstone Weight: 5.11 Carats Size: 11.96x7.94x5.60 MM Pieces: 1 Shape : cushion
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Natural Unheated Orange Red Burmese Spinel Gemstone 1.23 carats with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in the mesmerizing beauty of 1.23 carats Natural Unheated Burmese Orange-Red Spinel, authenticated by GIA. This octagonal gem, measuring 8.16 x 5.51 x 2.71 mm, exhibits remar...
Spinel
$236Sale Price|20% Off
Invest in Fine Quality Red Burmese Spinel 1.55 carats Cushion Cut Natural Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.55 carats Dimensions 6.95 x 6.50 x 4.40 mm Treatment None Origin Burma Clarity SI (Slightly Included) Shape Cushion Cut Fancy Cushion Elevate your jewelry collection...
Spinel
Rare 5.73 Carat Natural Red Spinel Emerald Cut – Collector's Luxury Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 5.73 Carat Natural Red Spinel – A Rare Collector's Gem By Merkaba Beverly Hills. Discover unparalleled luxury with this 5.73 carat natural Red Spinel, an extraordinary u...
Spinel, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum,...
5 Ct Classic Burma Red Spinel – Rare Cushion-Cut Gemstone for Collectors
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare 5 Carat Classic Burma Red Spinel Cushion-Cut Gemstone: A Treasure for Collectors and a Romantic Gift By Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Spinel, Platinum, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 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.