2 Pink Princess-Cut Perfectly Match Spinels Pair 2.18 Cts
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Get ready to be mesmerized by these exquisite gems' unmatched beauty. With a total carat weight of 2.18, these pink spinel princess-cut stones are a rare find indeed. They stand ...
Spinel
2.20ct Grey Spinel Gemstone, Emerald Cut, Tanzania by Gilt Gemstone
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Weight : 2.20 Carat Dimension: 8.6 x 6.5 x 4 Mm Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Spinels is a captivating gemstone prized for its b...
Spinel, Other
Certified Natural Tanzanian Mahenge Spinel, Heart-Cut Velvety Lotus Orange Fire
Located in Kowloon, HK
These extraordinary gems have a neon-like glow that is unique in the gems world, and these Mahenge spinels are now regarded as the best in the world.
Spinel
Certified Unheated Hot Pink Mahenge Spinel with Vibrant Brilliance, 1.03 Ct
Located in Kowloon, HK
These extraordinary gems have a neon-like glow that is unique in the gem world, and these Mahenge spinels are now regarded as the best in the world.
Spinel
Certified Natural Tanzania Velvety Orange Pink Cushion Cut Mahenge Spinel
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our exceptional Mahenge spinel with a silky body neon pink color and orange fire that is truly one-of-a-kind. This gemstone is a marvel of nature, with its rare and capti...
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 exceptional rarity and prestige. Sourced directly from the famed Mogok mines—a region syn...
Spinel
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
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
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Tanzanian 2.20ct Pink Spinel Oval Gemstone, Non-Treated, Arts Style
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Spinel Weight : 2.20 Carat Dimension : 8.9 x 6.5 x 4.6 Mm Colour : Pink Treatment: Non Origin: Tanzania Shape : Oval Certificate: On Demand Spinel is a captivating gem...
Spinel
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
3.77 Ct Natural Spinel hot pink color eye clean quality Tanzania Gemstone
Located in bangkok, TH
SPA14～ 3.77 Ct Natural Spinel hot pink color eye clean quality Tanzania Gemstone GEM DESCRIPTION Species: Natural Corumdum Variety: Natural Spinel Weight: 3.77ct Size: 10.9*7.5...
Spinel
$960Sale Price|20% Off
AIG Certified 2.07ct Purple Spinel Oval Cut Gemstone, Tanzania, New
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Weight: 2.07 Carat Dimension: 8.40 x 6.91 x 4.88 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Tanzania Treatment: None Certificate: AIG Certificate Available Spinel is a captivating g...
Spinel, Other
$543Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Purplish Pink Burmese Spinel 2.45 carats Fancy Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.45 carats Dimensions 8.66x7.50x4.22 mm Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity VVS (Very, Very Slightly Included) Shape cushion Cut Fancy cushion Indulge in the enchant...
Spinel
1.70ct Oval Purple Pink Spinel from Tanzania, Arts and Crafts Style
By Gilt Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Weight : 1.70 Carat Dimension: 8.2 x 6.4 x 4 Mm Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Spinels is a captivating gemstone prized for its b...
Spinel, Other
$320Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning 1.30 Carat Vivid Maroon Pink Spinel From Myanmar Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Maroon Pink Spinel Weight : 1.30 Carat Dimension : 6.5 x 5.5 x 4.3 Mm Colour : Maroon Pink Treatment: Non Shape : Cushion Spinel is a captivating gemstone prized for its b...
Spinel
$100Sale Price|20% Off
0.95 carats Grayish Blue Spinel Stone Emerald Cut Natural Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.95 carats Dimensions 6.3x5.0x3.4 mm Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity SI Shape octagon Cut emerald This exquisite 0.95 carats Grayish Blue spinel gemstone hails fr...
Spinel
$1,456Sale Price|20% Off
2.54 Carat AIGS Certified Blue Spinel Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.54 carats Dimensions 8.76x7.04x4.73 mm Treatment none Origin Tanzania Clarity eye clean Cut Fancy Cushion Shape Cushion The 2.54 carat Blue Spinel Stone is an exquis...
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
2.79 Carat Investment-Grade Vivid Neon Pink Mahenge Spinel, Unheated, GUILD Cert
Located in Kowloon, HK
These extraordinary gems have a neon-like glow that is unique in the gem world, and these Mahenge spinels are now regarded as the best in the world.
Spinel
$336Sale Price|20% Off
4.67 carats 13 Piece Natural Spinel Stones Lot Round Cut from Burma
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.67 carats No of pieces 13 Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity VVS Shape round Cut round brilliant This exceptional lot features 13 natural Spinel stones, totaling 4....
Spinel
$400Sale Price|20% Off
1.60 Carats Natural Loose Red Burmese Spine Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
However, the red spinel, particularly the vibrant crimson to deep red varieties, holds a special allure among gem enthusiasts and collectors.
Spinel
$260Sale Price|20% Off
2.31 carats Loose Spine Stone Earrings Set Natural Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.31 carats Dimensions Emerald cut pair: 6.9x4.4x2.7 mm Dimensions Round cut pair: 5x2.7 mm Treatment none Origin Burma Clarity VVS This exquisite earring set features a ...
Spinel
3.10 Carats rubellite fancy half round cut stone natural gemstone top quality
By Shree Nath Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
3.10 Carats rubellite fancy half round cut stone natural gemstone top quality Weight: 3.10 Carats Size: 5.5x10 MM Pieces: 1 Shape : Fancy Cut
Spinel
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.