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0.73ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Oval Loose Cut Gemstone VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
0.73ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Oval Loose Cut Gemstone 5.8x4.8mm VS Natural Green Blue Sapphire
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

0.73ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Oval Loose Cut Gemstone VS
0.73ct Deep Blue Natural Sapphire Oval Loose Cut Gemstone VS
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1.26ct Deep Blue Sapphire Oval Cut Rare 7.6x5.8mm Loose Gemstone VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.26ct Deep Blue Sapphire Oval Cut Rare 7.6x5.8mm Loose Gemstone VS Natural Oval Cut Deep Blue
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

1.89 Carat Pink Purple Natural Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.89ct Pink Purple Natural Rhodolite Garnet Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 7.2x6.6mm VS Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Natural 2.58ct Vivid Neon Blue Zircon Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 9.5x6.3mm VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 2.58ct Vivid Neon Blue Zircon Oval Cut Loose Gemstone 9.5x6.3mm VS Natural Vivid Neon Blue
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Zircon, Zircon

Fine Blue Ceylon Sapphire 0.60ct Oval Cut Rare Loose Cut Gemstone VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Blue Ceylon Sapphire 0.60ct Oval Cut Rare Loose Cut Gemstone 5.4x4.5mm VS Fine Blue Ceylon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

AIGS Certified 2.64ct Oval Blue Sapphire, VS Clarity, 8.26x7.83x4.97 mm
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
For sapphire lovers- rare top color and good clarity oval blue sapphire. Highly saturated blue with
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

Royal Blue 0.68ct Australian VS Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Royal Blue 0.68ct Australian VS Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gem 5.6x4.8mm Natural Australian Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Royal Blue 0.68ct Australian VS Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gem
Royal Blue 0.68ct Australian VS Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gem
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H 0.13 in W 0.23 in D 0.19 in
Fine 2.70ct Purplish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Garnet Loose Gemstone. 2.70 Carat with a beautiful pink purplish colour and very good clarity, VS. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

Natural 3.02ct Deep Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval Loose Gemstone
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 3.02ct Deep Purple Red Rhodolite Garnet Oval 9.2x7.4mm Loose Gemstone Natural Loose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

1.91ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Gemstone. Beautiful 1.91 Carat spinel with a deep purple colour. This spinel also has excellent clarity, VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

2.03ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.03ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 9.5x6.5mm Loose Rare Gem VS Natural Deep Purple
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

Unique 0.71ct Natural Green Blue Sapphire Cushion Rare Loose Gem 6.4x5mm VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique 0.71ct Natural Green Blue Sapphire Cushion Rare Loose Gem 6.4x5mm VS Unique Natural Green
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire

3.41ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
3.41ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 10.2x7.4mm Loose Rare Gem VS Natural Deep Purple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

1.37ct Vivid Pink Purple Violet Natural Spinel Oval Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.37ct Vivid Pink Purple Violet Natural Spinel Oval Cut 7.2x5.4mm Loose Gem VS Natural Pink Purple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

Fine Morganite 2.89ct Peach Orange Pink Beryl Oval Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Morganite 2.89ct Peach Orange Pink Beryl Oval Cut 9.2x7.5mm Loose Gem VS Fine Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Beryl, Morganite

Harakh 0.81 Carat F Color, VS Clarity Rose Cut Oval Solitaire Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
0.81 carat loose diamond, F color, VS clarity, this beautiful diamond exhibits transparency and
Category

2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Harakh 0.63 Carat F Color, VS Clarity Rose Cut Pear Solitaire Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
0.63 carat, F color, VS clarity rose cut pear diamond. The diamond exhibits transparency and
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2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Fine 1.01ct Light Blue Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Cut Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine 1.01ct Light Blue Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Cut Loose Rare Gem 7.3x5mm VS Light Blue Ceylon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

0.72ct Fine Vivid Green Natural Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
0.72ct Fine Vivid Green Natural Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem 5.3x5mm VS Fine Natural Vivid
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Natural 1.14ct Light Blue Ceylon Fine Sapphire Pear Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.14ct Light Blue Ceylon Fine Sapphire Pear Cut 7x5.7mm Loose Gem VS Natural Ceylon Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

1.44ct Australian Vivid Blue Green Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gem 7.3x6.2mm VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.44ct Australian Vivid Blue Green Sapphire Oval Cut Loose Gem 7.3x6.2mm VS Natural Australian
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire

Harakh 0.85 Carat F Color, VS Clarity Rose Cut Oval Solitaire Diamond
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
0.85 carat colorless diamond, F color, VS clarity rose cut oval diamond that exhibits transparency
Category

2010s Indian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Yellow Sapphire 2.64 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Unheated, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
Colour: Yellow L x W x D (mm): 7.57 x 6.74 x 5.50 Cut: Rectangular Step Cut Clarity: VS* to Eye Clean
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Yellow Sapphire 1.61 Ct Unique Shield Cut Natural, Loose Gemstone
Located in South Melbourne, AU
6.30 x 4.37 Cut: Triangular Mixed Cut Clarity: Eye Clean to VS Treatment: Heated Origin: Sri Lanka
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire

Natural Spessartite Loose Garnet Gemstone 1.65 Carats Namibia Garnet for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
shape, incredible Red color, Great brilliance. This gem is VS Clarity. Product Information: GEMSTONE
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21st Century and Contemporary Namibian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.03ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 8.5x6.3mm Loose Rare Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.03ct Fine Deep Purple Spinel Natural Oval Cut 8.5x6.3mm Loose Rare Gem VS Natural Deep Purple
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

Unique Fine Ceylon Blue Violet Sapphire 0.82ct Oval Loose Cut Blue Rare VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique Fine Ceylon Blue Violet Sapphire 0.82ct Oval Loose Cut Blue Rare 6x5mm VS Unique Ceylon
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20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

Untreated Natural Sapphire 1.16ct Fine Green Blue Teal Heart Cut Loose Gem VS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Untreated Natural Sapphire 1.16ct Fine Green Blue Teal Heart Cut Loose Gem VS Natural Untreated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

6.90 carats Bubblegum Pink Loose Tourmaline Step Cushion Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.90 carats Dimensions 11.0x11.0x8.1 mm Treatment None Clarity VS Origin Afghanistan Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Loose Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 0.88 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Loose .88 carat round brilliant cut diamond. M to N color, VS clarity, good symmetry. Very
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Natural 1.53ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Oval Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 1.53ct Vivid Purple Pink Rhodolite Garnet Oval 6.1x7.6mm Loose Gem Natural Loose Rhodolite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

2.76ct Fine Reddish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut Loose Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
clarity, only some very small natural inclusions visible when looking closely. VS. Also has an excellent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite

2.76ct Fine Reddish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut Loose Gem
2.76ct Fine Reddish Pink Rhodolite Garnet Cushion Cut Loose Gem
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H 0.26 in W 0.38 in D 0.17 in
1.48ct Titanium Purple Natural Spinel Oval Cut 8.2x5.8mm Loose Rare Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
trade. This spinel also has very good clarity. VS. A clean stone with a very good fancy oval cut
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

2.02ct Vivid Olive Green Tourmaline Fancy Octagon Emerald Loose Cut Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Green Tourmaline Gemstone. 2.02 Carat with a beautiful olive green colour and very good clarity, VS
Category

20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Tourmaline

Fine 'Titanium' Spinel 1.63ct Purple Blue Oval Cut Loose Rare Gem
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
to as 'titanium' in the trade. This spinel also has very good clarity, VS. A clean stone with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Spinel

0.40 Carat Faint Pink Emerald Cut Diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
could be described as having a round brilliant cut, near-colorless color grade, VS clarity, and weighing
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

0.60-CARAT, VERY LIGHT GREEN YELLOW, CUT DIAMOND SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Green Yellow ➛ Carat: 0.60 ➛ Clarity: Si1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Our heart-shaped
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Rare Mint Green Natural Tourmaline Gemstone, 7.95 Ct Emerald Cut Cushion Corners
Located in Peshawar, PK
-flawless clarity (VS grade), a whisper of natural inclusion graces the stone, an endearing mark of its
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Sapphire Kite Shape Blue-Green 3.54 Carat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
The blue-green Kite-Shape sapphires are very clean VS in clarity weighing 3.04 carats company with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire

2.27 ct Pear Heliodor / Golden Beryl
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Pavillion: Transparency: Transparent Clarity: Type 1:VS Colour: Yellow Species: Beryl Variety: Heliodor
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2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Beryl

2.27 ct Pear Heliodor / Golden Beryl
2.27 ct Pear Heliodor / Golden Beryl
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W 0.4 in D 0.22 in L 0.31 in
5.05 Carat Teal Greenish Blue Sapphire
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
totaling 0.70cts or 1.00cts for the pair. G-H color, VS clarity. 2- Accented engagement ring very in-style
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

1.18ct Royal Blue Sapphire Pair
Located in Christchurch, NZ
movement. With VS clarity, these gemstones exhibit exceptional transparency and sparkle, elevating any
Category

2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

1.18ct Royal Blue Sapphire Pair
1.18ct Royal Blue Sapphire Pair
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W 0.2 in D 0.13 in L 0.2 in
Rose Gold Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
ANNIVERSARY Ring in rose gold 18Kt 5.48 gr with Oval Diamonds G Color VS Clarity in total 0.82 ct
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2010s Italian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Ring
Rose Gold Ring
L 19.69 in
2.53ct Royal Blue Sapphire Pair
Located in Christchurch, NZ
with every glance. With VS clarity, these gemstones exhibit remarkable transparency and sparkle, adding
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

2.53ct Royal Blue Sapphire Pair
2.53ct Royal Blue Sapphire Pair
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W 0.22 in D 0.17 in L 0.28 in
1.42 Carat Non-Certified Natural Diamond Cushion Brilliant Cut For Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Color : P-T Clarity : VS Quantity : 1 Cut : Cushion Brilliant Size : 6x5 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

26.92ct Oval Double Cabochon Violetish Blue to Purple Star Sapphire GIA Certifie
Located in Toronto, Ontario
: One loose stone Weight: 26.92 carats Measurements: 15.33 x 14.01 x 11.77 mm Comments: This stone
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2010s Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Star Sapphire

1.02 Carats Non-Certified Natural Diamond Rose Cut H-I Color For Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Color : H-I Clarity : VS Quantity : 1 Cut : Rose Cut Size : 7x2.5 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

2.54ct Merelani Mint Garnet
Located in Christchurch, NZ
brilliant cut, it emanates a dazzling brilliance that captivates the eye. With VS clarity, every facet
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2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

2.54ct Merelani Mint Garnet
2.54ct Merelani Mint Garnet
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W 0.32 in D 0.22 in L 0.32 in
Certified 3.28 Cts vivid red Burmese spinel cutstone natural gem quality spinel
Located in Jaipur, RJ
! Clarity VS Weight: 3.28 Carats Size: 9.99x6.94x5.01 MM Pieces: 1 Shape: Faceted cushion cut stone
Category

2010s Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

GIA Certified 11.00 Carats Fancy Yellow Diamond
Located in Massafra, IT
A stunning GIA Certified 11,00 Carats Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond, in perfect cushion cut , VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Yellow Diamond

Natural Tsavorite Garnet 3.97 ct
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Vivid Green Clarity💧: VS Treatment🔬: Non Origin🌎:Africa (Tanzania ) Cut✂️: Oval Weight🏋️‍♂️
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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
Wonderful Large Round 2.60ct BLUE Sapphire (Chantaburi or Trat)
Located in Methuen, MA
routinely heated to either improve the color, clarity or both. Prices for fine gemstones like this have
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Early 2000s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

6.98ct Octagonal Blue to Purple Sapphire GIA Certified Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Treatment: Heated Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 6.98 carats Measurements: 9.96 x 9.69 x 7.36 mm
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

9.37ct Oval Violet to Pinkish Purple Sapphire GIA Certified Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Origin: Sri Lanka Treatment: No Indications of Heating Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 9.37
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

8.16ct Oval Grayish Violet to Pinkish Purple Sapphire GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Geographic Origin: Tanzania Treatment: No Indications of Heating Item Description: One loose stone Weight
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2010s Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

Rainbow Flower RIng
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
RIAD Ring in rose gold 18Kt 5.89 gr with Colored Sapphires 3.50 ct and diamonds G color VS clarity
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2010s Italian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.31ct Oval Color Change Sapphire GIA Certified Burma 'Myanmar' Unheated, Violet
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 1.31 carats Measurements: 7.79 x 6.55 x 2.91 mm Comments
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2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

2.50ct Oval Color Change Sapphire GIA Certified Unheated Sri Lanka, Violetish Bl
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Indications of Heating Item Description: One loose stone Weight: 2.50 carats Measurements: 8.70 x 6.79 x 4.81
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

6.98 Carat Octagonal Blue to Purple Sapphire GIA Certified Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Variety: Sapphire Geographic Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Heated Item Description: One loose stone Weight
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2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

1.73ct Cushion Violetish Blue to Purple Sapphire GIA Certified Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Corundum Variety: Sapphire Geographic Origin: Sri Lanka Treatment: Heated Item Description: One loose stone
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2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

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Vs Clarity Loose Gemstones For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vs clarity loose gemstones for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 24 vintage editions and 72 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of vs clarity loose gemstones made by modern jewelers — as well as those associated with contemporary — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Gems and Jewels UK, Harakh and Emeralds Maravellous produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 19 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for oval cut vs clarity loose gemstones and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of vs clarity loose gemstones for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Vs Clarity Loose Gemstones?

Prices for vs clarity loose gemstones start at $46 and top out at $1,425,781 with these loose-gemstones, on average, selling for $257.

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.