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GIA Certified No Heat Natural 18.18 Carats Blue Star Sapphire Loose Stone
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A rare, investment quality GIA no heat, Ceylon Star Sapphire weighing 18..18 carats
Sapphire color
Category
20th Century Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire
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W 0.37 in D 0.27 in L 0.51 in
14.72ct Star Sapphire Gemstone - Oval Cabochon Cut Loose Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shape/Cut: Oval Cabochon
Color: Blue
Dimensions (mm): 14.15 x 11.91
Weight: 14.72ct
Treatment: Heating
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
17.55 Carat Star Sapphires Lot
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting this 17.55 Carat Star Sapphires Lot, a breathtaking collection that encapsulates the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
25 ct Oval Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Species: Corundum
Variety: Star Sapphire
Treatment: None
Origin: Burma
Internal SKU: SS0307
Please
Category
2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
12.56 ct Round Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Phenomenon: Displaying Asterism
Species: Corundum
Variety: Star Sapphire
Treatment: None
Origin: Burma
Category
2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
47.38 ct Round Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
slightly greyish Blue
Phenomenon: Displaying Asterism
Species: Corundum
Variety: Star Sapphire
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
1.72 ct Oval Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Displaying Asterism
Species: Corundum
Variety: Star Sapphire
Treatment: None
Origin: Burma
Internal SKU
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
Fascinating 10.27ct Sapphire Gemstone - IGI Certified-Star Sapphire
Located in רמת גן, IL
Fascinating 10.27ct Sapphire Gemstone - IGI Certified-Star Sapphire
Presenting a breathtaking
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
Certified Unheated Star Sapphire - 10.76ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Star Sapphires are unique Sapphires that exhibit, under specific light, an effect called Asterism
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
9.75 Star Sapphire Black sapphire stunning certified 100% natural
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare matching pair of rubies, untreated and certified.
NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): NATURAL SAPPHIRE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
5.22 ct Round Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 5.22 cts
Clarity: Translucent
Colour: Greyish Blue
Measurements: 10x9.96x4.76mm
Shape: Round
Treatment: None
Origin: Sri Lanka
SS0127
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
6.86 ct Oval Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 6.86 cts
Clarity: Translucent
Colour: Greyish Blue
Measurements: 11.21x10.35x5.54mm
Shape: Oval
Treatment: None
Origin: Sri Lanka
SS0119
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
7.02 ct Oval Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 7.02cts
Clarity: Translucent
Colour: Greyish Blue
Measurements: 10.61x9.67x6.19mm
Shape: Oval
Treatment: None
Origin: Sri Lanka
SS0103
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
7.67 ct Oval Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 7.67 cts
Clarity: Translucent
Colour: Greyish Blue
Measurements: 11.1x9.96x6.46mm
Shape: Oval
Treatment: None
Origin: Sri Lanka
SS0117
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
7.88 ct Round Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 7.88cts
Clarity: Translucent
Colour: Greyish Blue
Measurements: 10.41x9.93x6.77mm
Shape: Round
Treatment: None
Origin: Sri Lanka
SS0129
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
2.07 Carat Blue Star Sapphire Cabochon
Located in Hua Hin, TH
2.07 carat Oval Blue Cabochon Star Sapphire
Shape: Oval
Cut: Cabochon
Dimensions: 7.57 x 6.09 x
Category
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire
5.1ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
10.83ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
11.99ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
6.85ct Oval star sapphire 100% natural and certified
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare untreated natural star sapphire, comes with box and certificate.
NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): NATURAL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
1.33 ct Unheated Blue Ceylon Star Sapphire
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Please note, Star Sapphire is incredibly difficult to photograph, the star looks MUCH better in
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
11.29ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Species: Natural Corundum
Variety: Natural Star Sapphire
Geographic Origin: Not Requested
Treatment: No
Category
2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire
GIA Certified 6.65 Carats Unheated Purple Star Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Explore the charm of 6.65 carats Natural Purple Star Sapphire, an oval-cut gem with a Brilliant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
2.99ct Round Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire from Burma, Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Star Sapphire
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 2.99 cts
Measurements: 7.11 x
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
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W 0.28 in D 0.23 in L 0.27 in
5.84ct Oval Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified Burma (Myanmar)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Blue
Phenomenon: Displaying Asterism
RESULTS
Species: Natural Corundum
Variety: Natural Star
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
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W 0.4 in D 0.23 in L 0.37 in
3.83ct Round Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire from Burma (Myanmar), Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Star Sapphire
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 3.83 cts
Measurements: 7.66 x
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
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W 0.31 in D 0.23 in L 0.3 in
4.75ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire
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W 0.39 in D 0.23 in L 0.32 in
5.84 Carat Oval Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified Burma, 'Myanmar'
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report
Category
2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
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W 0.4 in D 0.23 in L 0.37 in
8.95ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire from Sri Lanka, Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Star Sapphire
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 8.95 cts
Measurements: 12.27 x
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire
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W 0.49 in D 0.24 in L 0.44 in
17.72ct Oval Blue Star Sapphire GIA Certified Sri Lanka Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
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W 0.68 in D 0.26 in L 0.57 in
2.10 Carat Si Clarity Natural Loose Yellow Sapphire Gemstone with Oval Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Sapphire
Weight: 2.10 Carats
Dimension: 9.1x6.2x4.1 Mm
Shape: Oval
Color: Yellow
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
GIA Certified #6234058393 No Heat Ceylon Natural Star Sapphire 18.66 carats
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
"GIA Certified 18.66 Carat No Heat Ceylon Natural Star Sapphire - Spectacular Gemstone"
Elevate
Category
20th Century Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
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W 0.6 in D 0.33 in L 0.52 in
26.92ct Oval Double Cabochon Violetish Blue to Purple Star Sapphire GIA Certifie
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Star Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Star Sapphire
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W 0.61 in D 0.47 in L 0.56 in
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Round Cut Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Blue Sapphire
Weight: 1.65 Carats
Dimension: 6.7x6.6x4.5 Mm
Origin: Madagascar Africa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.27 in
Deep Blue Sapphire, Certified Gem, 4, 27 Ct., Loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer for sale, this 4,27 ct. blue Sapphire from our exclusive
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.62 Carat Radiant Cut Natural Yellow Sapphire Loose Gemstone from Sri Lanka
Located in Horana, LK
for purchase as a loose gemstone. The photos and video showcase the sapphire in both natural sunlight
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
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W 0.23 in D 0.15 in L 0.31 in
Pink Violet Sapphire, Faceted Gem, 3, 04 Ct., Loose Gemstone, no treatments
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer for sale, this 3,04 ct. Sapphire from our exclusive collection
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
3.00 Carat Natural Loose Parti Sapphire Cushion Gem For Engagement Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire
Weight: 3.00 Carats
Dimension: 9.3 x 7.6 x 4.1 Mm
Colour: Blue And Green
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Materials
Sapphire
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W 0.3 in D 0.17 in L 0.37 in
Purple Pink Sapphire, No Heat, Certified Gem, 4, 46 Ct., Loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer for sale, this 4,46 ct. Purple-Pink Sapphire from our
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire
10.77ct Oval Cabochon Blue Sapphire GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Star Sapphire
Tanzanite Earrings Loose Gemstones 3.34 Carat Square Octagons
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire, Demantoid Garnet, Tanzanite, Morganite, Peridot
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
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W 0.3 in D 0.17 in L 0.3 in
Tanzanite Ring Stone 56 Carat Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Tsavorite, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Opal Stone 51.39 Carat Natural Ethiopian loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 51.39 carat free-form Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to an exclusive gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Pink Tourmaline Ring Gem 3.18 Carat Unmounted Loose Gemstone
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire, Demantoid Garnet, Tanzanite, Morganite, Peridot
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Aquamarine Ring Loose Gemstone 4.26 Carat Oval Unmounted Gem
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire, Demantoid Garnet, Tanzanite, Morganite, Peridot
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl
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W 0.39 in D 0.12 in L 0.49 in
Opal Stone 25.67 Carat Oval Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Tsavorite, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Imperial Topaz Earrings Loose Gemstones 3.36 Carat Unmounted Cushions
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire, Demantoid Garnet, Tanzanite, Morganite, Peridot
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
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W 0.24 in D 0.16 in L 0.32 in
Opal Stone 13.88 Carat Natural Ethiopian Marquise loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Tsavorite, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 27.42 Carat Natural Ethiopian Oval loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Tsavorite, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 38.92 Carat Natural Ethiopian Marquise loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 38.92 carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to an avid gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 22.20 Carat Natural Ethiopian Oval loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Tsavorite, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 29.98 Carat Round Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 29.98 carat round Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 19.17 Carat Oval Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 19.17 carat rectangular oval Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 12.00 Carat Trillion Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 12.00 carat trillion Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a unique gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 10.96 Carat Oval Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Tsavorite, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 10.79 Carat Cushion Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 10.79 carat cushion Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Opal Stone 16.94 Carat Round Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 16.94 Carat round Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Blue Tourmaline Ring Gem 2.75 Carat Cushion Unmounted Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire, Demantoid Garnet, Tanzanite, Morganite, Peridot
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
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W 0.32 in D 0.16 in L 0.34 in
Aquamarine Ring Loose Stone 1.85 Carat Unmounted Emerald Cut Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, Spinel, Mandarin Garnet, Chrome Tourmaline, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl, Star Ruby and Star Sapphire, Demantoid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Beryl
Opal Stone 27.63 Carat Natural Ethiopian Pear Shape loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 27.63 carat pear shape Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
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Star Sapphire Loose For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the star sapphire loose you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k gold, gold and silver. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a star sapphire loose from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 3.5 carat and 4 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing star sapphire loose — no matter the origin — is easy, but Merkaba, Tamir and Lauren Harper each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A star sapphire loose can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 10 sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also emerald cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a star sapphire loose, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Star Sapphire Loose?
On average, a star sapphire loose at 1stDibs sells for $12,924, while they’re typically $590 on the low end and $60,000 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.
Questions About Star Sapphire Loose
- Is a star sapphire rare?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Yes, a star sapphire is rarer than other types of sapphires. The gemstones get their name from the natural starburst effect that appears on their faces when you view them under a single overhead light. On 1stDibs, shop a range of star sapphire gemstone jewelry.
- What is a pink star sapphire?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pink star sapphire is a rare and unique gem that is characterized by its star pattern and pale red or pink hue. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term blue star sapphire means a blue corundum stone that displays a six-pointed star when viewed in the light. Blue star sapphires are usually polished cabochons rather than cut gems. On 1stDibs, find a variety of blue star sapphire gemstone jewelry.
- Are purple star sapphires rare?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, natural purple star sapphires are rarer than sapphires of other colors like blue. Natural purple star sapphires come in a variety of hues from light lavender to deep violet. Sapphires can even be colorless, or white, although examples are very rare, since the corundum from which they are formed has to have been untouched by any other element. Non-blue colored sapphires are referred to as “fancy sapphires” and can be pink, purple, orange, yellow or green. Shop a collection of vintage and modern sapphire jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- Are star sapphires real gems?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, natural star sapphires are real gems. The star-like reflective effect comes from inclusions present in the gemstones. Keep in mind that some jewelry features man-made star sapphires rather than natural stones, making it important that you purchase from reputable jewelers or online platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted star sapphire gemstone jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023One way to tell if a star sapphire is natural is to shine a flashlight on it while in total darkness. On a genuine star sapphire, the light that reflects off of the stone will be the same color as the stone. Glass and other materials used to create synthetic stones may show reflections in different colors. To be certain of the authenticity of a gemstone, take it to an experienced jeweler or appraiser for an evaluation. On 1stDibs, find a selection of star sapphire jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A blue star sapphire has a transparent body with a deep blue color. A blue star sapphire ring’s worth depends on the 4Cs — color, clarity, cut and carat. Prices for a blue star sapphire ring can also differ according to size and time period. These accessories begin at $449 and can cost as much as around $200,000 or more. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage blue star sapphire rings.
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