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2.48 Carats Total Weight, Pear Cut Tsavorite Garnet Lot, 3 Loose Gemstones
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of loose gemstones, aka a "lot*" in the trade, has three unset African tsavorite garnet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Intense Green Tsavorite Garnet, Faceted Gem, 4, 61 ct., loose Gemstone
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer for sale, this 4,61 ct. Tsavorite Garnet from our exclusive
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

GIA Certified 1.52 Carat Tsavorite Garnet, January Birthstone, Precious Stone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your collection. Everyone's talking about how special and unique this stone is. Loose tsavorite is a
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tsavorite

GIA Certified 1.83 Ct Natural Round Tsavorite for Jewelry Making, Garnet Stone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the most beautiful and rare of gems, GIA certified natural tsavorite. This green beauty is
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tsavorite

Certified Stone 1.40 Carats Soft Green Natural Tsavorite Garnet Faceted Garnet
Located in Bangkok, TH
Soft Green Natural Tsavorite Garnet of 1.40 carats from Kenya has a wonderful cut in a Oval shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Tanzanite Ring Stone 56 Carat Cushion Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional and coveted 56.77 carat Tanzanite square cushion loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

Tanzanite Ring Stone 56 Carat Cushion Loose Gemstone
Tanzanite Ring Stone 56 Carat Cushion Loose Gemstone
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W 0.9 in D 0.58 in L 0.9 in
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

Opal Stone 25.67 Carat Oval Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 25.67 Carat oval Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem collector
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
Natural 27.42 carat oval Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to an avid gem collector
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 13.88 Carat Natural Ethiopian Marquise loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 13.88 carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem lover
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
Natural 22.20 carat oval Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone special
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 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 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 10.96 Carat Oval Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 10.96 carat oval Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem lover
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

Natural Tsavorite Garnet 3.97 ct
Located in Bangkok, TH
with our green Tsavorite garnet. Available now. ———————————————- Stone💎:Tsavorite Garnet Color💈
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Natural Tsavorite Garnet 3.97 ct
Natural Tsavorite Garnet 3.97 ct
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W 0.32 in D 0.28 in L 0.41 in
3.15 Carat Natural, Oval Tsavorite
Located in London, GB
Exquisite 3.15 carat oval Tsavorite, this vibrant green stone would look marvellous in a ring or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tsavorite

3.15 Carat Natural, Oval Tsavorite
3.15 Carat Natural, Oval Tsavorite
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W 0.3 in D 0.24 in L 0.39 in
Heart-Shaped Tsavorite Cts 0.77
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This 0.77 carat heart-shaped tsavorite gemstone was expertly and passionately crafted to represent
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tsavorite

Aquamarine Ring Loose Stone 1.85 Carat Unmounted Emerald Cut Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1.85 Carat Aquamarine emerald-cut loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone special. Returns are
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

Opal Stone 10.37 Carat Natural Ethiopian Pear Shape loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 10.37 carat pear shape Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a unique gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 19.50 Carat Pear Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 19.50 carat pear shape Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to an exclusive gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 11.72 Carat Rectangular Cushion Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 11.72 carat rectangular cushion Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone Pear Shape 22.17 Carat Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 22.17 Carat Ethiopian Opal pear shaped loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 17.23 Carat Heart Shape Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 17.23 Carat Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to someone very special
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

Red Spinel Ring Stone 5 Carat Emerald Cut Unmounted Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional and coveted 5.73 carat natural Red Spinel Emerald Cut loose gemstone, offered unmounted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

GIA Certified 2.44 Ct Tsavorite Garnet for Engagement Ring, January Birthstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our 2. 44 carats certified tsavorite garnet gemstone is ideal for jewelry makers or collectors
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tsavorite

Natural Green Tsavorite Garnet 1.62 Carats Cut Garnet, Garnet Jewelry, Faceted
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnet Stone Necklace Garnet Tsavorite Garnet gemstone Green Garnet Garnet Stone Bracelet Garnet Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Natural Tsavorite Garnet Gemstone 1.35 Carats Garnet Gemstone Garnet for Rings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Tsavorite Garnet gemstone of 1.35 carats from kenya has a wonderful cut in a Oval shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Vivid Green tsavorite garnet 0.80 carats Oval Cut Natural Gemstone From Kenya
Located in Bangkok, TH
Loose Gemstone Tsavorite garnet Weight 0.80 carats Dimensions 5.8 x 5.2 x 3.5 mm Origin Kenya Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Deep Green Natural Tsavorite Garnet 1.475 Carats Garnet Gemstone Garnet For Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Tsavorite Garnet 1.475 Carats Garnet Gemstone Garnet For Ring Garnet Jewelry Garnet Stone Garnet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

1.17 Carat Unset Loose Unmounted Cushion Shaped Tanzanite Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
has beautifully saturated color, especially for a smaller stone, where lighter shades are more common
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

Organic Pinkish Red Rhodolite Garnet 1.40 carats Trilliant Cut Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
. This exquisite loose gemstone hails from the gem-rich lands of Madagascar, showcasing a harmonious
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

1.69ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.69 cts Measurements: 9.25 x 7.07
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.69ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.69ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.37 in D 0.17 in L 0.28 in
1.07ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.07 cts Measurements: 7.81 x 5.94
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.07ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.07ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.31 in D 0.16 in L 0.24 in
Shimmering Red Rhodolite Garnet 3.35 carats Emerald Cut Gemstone from Madagascar
Located in Bangkok, TH
rhodolite garnet tsavorite garnet hessonite garnet garnet stone price
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Wellness of Bright Red Rhodolite Garnet 3.05 carats Oval Shaped Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
exudes luxury and sophistication. garnet stone rhodolite garnet garnet earrings tsavorite garnet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

1.83ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.83 cts Measurements: 9.43 x 6.08
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.83ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.83ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.38 in D 0.19 in L 0.24 in
1.85ct Marquise Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.85 cts Measurements: 14.28 x 6.14
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.85ct Marquise Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.85ct Marquise Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.57 in D 0.15 in L 0.25 in
1.71ct Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.71 cts Measurements: 12.46 x 5.83
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.71ct Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.71ct Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.5 in D 0.16 in L 0.23 in
2.6ct Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.6 cts Measurements: 11.48 x 7.65
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.6ct Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
2.6ct Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.46 in D 0.21 in L 0.31 in
1.94ct Cushion Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.94 cts Measurements: 8.41 x 7.16
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.94ct Cushion Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.94ct Cushion Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.34 in D 0.19 in L 0.29 in
2.43ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.43 cts Measurements: 10.34 x7.22
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.43ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
2.43ct Oval Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 4.08 in D 1.92 in L 2.85 in
1.48ct Rectangular Cushion Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.48 cts Measurements: 9.05 x 5.57
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.48ct Rectangular Cushion Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
1.48ct Rectangular Cushion Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.36 in D 0.17 in L 0.22 in
2.6carat Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Mint Garnet Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.6 cts Measurements: 11.48 x 7.65
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.6carat Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
2.6carat Pear Green Mint Garnet from Tanzania
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W 0.46 in D 0.21 in L 0.31 in
Red Color Multi Shaped Cuts Natural Rhodolite Garnet Lot Multi Size Gemstones
Located in Bangkok, TH
both style and individuality. garnet january birthstone garnet jewelry garnet earrings garnet stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Opal Stone 10.20 Carat Oval Natural Ethiopian Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 10.20 carat rectangular oval Ethiopian Black Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal

Opal Stone 36.67 Carat Natural Ethiopian Oval loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Natural 36.67 carat oval Ethiopian Opal loose gemstone, offered unmounted to a fine gem enthusiast
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal

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

Aquamarine Ring Loose Stone 2.73 Carat Unmounted Emerald Cut Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Marvelous 2.73 carat Aquamarine emerald-cut loose gem, offered unmounted to someone special
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl

Lilly Hastedt Ethiopian Opal and Tsavorite Garnet Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
different colours depending on the angle. The Ethiopian opal sits in the middle next to a pair of tsavorite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Fine Colour Vivid Green Tsavorite Garnet 1.01ct Marquise Cut Loose Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Colour Vivid Green Tsavorite Garnet 1.01ct Marquise Cut Loose Gem 8.8x4.5mm Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Vivid Green Tsavorite Garnet, Faceted Gem, 1, 82 Ct., Loose Gemstone, Marquise
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
We are delighted to be able to offer, this 1,82 ct. Tsavorite Garnet from our collection. This
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

Vivid Green Tsavorite Garnet 2.70 carats Cushion Cut Natural Gemstone From Kenya
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tsavorite Garnet, a magnificent gem that boasts 2.70 carats of pure allure. Originating from the lush
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21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite

1.97ct Vivid Emerald Green Tsavorite Garnet Oval, GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: Treatment: Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 1.97 carats Measurements: 8.55 x 7.24 x 4.09 mm
Category

2010s Kenyan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

1.97ct Vivid Emerald Green Tsavorite Garnet Oval, GIA Certified
1.97ct Vivid Emerald Green Tsavorite Garnet Oval, GIA Certified
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W 0.34 in D 0.17 in L 0.29 in
Fiery Reddish Pink Garnet 3.10 carats Cushion Cut Natural Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
tsavorite garnet garnet stone price red garnet stone garnet price
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Majestic Red Rhodolite Garnet 2.50 carats Emerald Cut Gemstone from Madagascar
Located in Bangkok, TH
testament to the natural beauty of the Earth. garnet stone rhodolite garnet tsavorite garnet hessonite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

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Tsavorite Loose Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact tsavorite loose stone you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. For this particular piece, 1 carat and 1.5 carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic tsavorite loose stone over the years, but those made by Sarosi By Timeless Gems are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also pear cut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a tsavorite 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 Tsavorite Loose Stone?

The price for a tsavorite loose stone starts at $56 and tops out at $27,642 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,212.

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.