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Gemstone: Emerald
4.53 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.07 Carat Oval Shape Green Emerald, Premium Quality
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 1.07-carat Natural Ethiopian Green Emerald Premium quality was hand-selected by our experts for its top luster and color that's resembles a Colombian Color.
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.68 Carat Marquise Emerald GIA Certified Colombian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2203784761
Shape: Marquise
Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Crown: ...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.92 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
2.95ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia (F1)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2231422135
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
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Emerald
0.57 Carat 9x5 Rich Green Colombian Emerald - Pear-Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 0.57-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Rich Green
Measurements: 9.02mm x 5.32mm x 2.11mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Treatme...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.95 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Oval Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 0.95 Carats
Dimension: 9 x 5.4 x 3 Mm
Colour: Green
Origin: Swat, Pakistan
Treatment: Non
Shape: Oval
Emerald, the radiant green gemstone of the beryl m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$320 Sale Price
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9.56 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
3.03 Cts Emerald Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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Emerald
3.21ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia (F1)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2231422278
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
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Emerald
37.44 Ct Guild certificate Natural Emerald Carving Intense Green color
Located in bangkok, TH
EMA162
Guild certificate Natural Emerald Carving Intense Green color Zambia gemstone
GEM DESCRIPTION
Species: Natural Beryl
Variey: Natural Emerald
Weight: 37.44ct
Color: Intense g...
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Emerald
2.00 Ct Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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Emerald
Vivid Green Emerald 6.87 Ct Natural Loose Gemstones Jewelry Size Lot from Swat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Rich Green Natural Emerald Jewelry Size Loose Gemstones Lot for Rings, Earrings, Necklace Pendants, Bracelets or any other Jewelry Setting Emerald cut from Swat Pakistan!!
💎 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.83ct Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.83 cts
Measurements: 8.31 x 5.67 x 3.48 mm
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Modif...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Vivid Green Emerald 2.55 Ct Certified Natural Gemstone Cushion Cut from Zambia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting!!
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Emerald
⚖️ WEIGHT: 2.55 Carats
🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Cushi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.17 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
1.35ct Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.35 cts
Measurements: 9.22x6.03x4.06mm
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Modified B...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.03 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Ignite your collection with the captivating brilliance of this 5.45 carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal, expertly cut into a emerald cut to maximize its radiance. Sourced from Mexico, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald, Opal, Fire Opal
$719 Sale Price
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10.26ct VS Jyotish Colombian Emerald: 13x11 Green Emerald Cut for Astrological
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 10.26-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Sea Foam Green
Measurements: 13.13mm x 10.70mm x 8.57mm
Geographic Origin: Colomb...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.43ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Two (2) Emeralds GIA Certified Colombia (F2)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Two (2) Emeralds
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6234154849
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
C...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.03ct Emerald Cut Green Emerald from Zambia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.03 cts
Measurements: 6.93 x 5.77 x 3.62 mm
Shape: Emerald Cut
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.79 Ct Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
1.19 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
ALGT Certified 1.51 Carat Natural Zambia Emerald Stone Pear Mixed Cut
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
These stones are also known for their excellent clarity, with many exhibiting minimal inclusions or flaws. Additionally, Zambian emeralds are often more affordable than their Colombi...
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2010s African Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.7ct Oval Cabochon Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.7 cts
Measurements: 6.66 x 5.55 x 2.74 mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Cutting Style Crown: Cabochon
Cutting Style Pavilion: Ca...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.07ct Marquise Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.07 cts
Measurements: 11.39 x 5.14 x 2.82 mm
Shape: Marquise
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: ...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Natural Green Colombian Emerald Gemstone 1.67 carats with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the allure of Colombian gems through this striking 1.67 carats octagonal emerald. Its vivid bluish-green hue, characteristic of Colombian gems, is a true marvel. Certified by...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.20ct Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.2 cts
Measurements: 7.74 x 6.40 x 4.60 mm
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Modifie...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.40 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone Oval Cut Gemstone From Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.40 carat
Dimensions 6.6x6.0x5.5mm
Treatment None
Origin Afghan
Clarity VVS
Shape Cut Oval
The 1.40 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone is an exquisite gem sourced from...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.76 Ct Emerald Asscher Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
1.40 Carat Loose Vivid Green Emerald Stone Emerald Cut Gem From Swat Pakistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.40 carat
Dimensions 7.6x6x4.2mm
Treatment None
Origin Pakistan
Clarity SI
Shape Cut Emerald
NA
This 1.40-carat natural Emerald gemstone is a vivid green treasure, source...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
9ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia (F2)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2239422206
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.50 Carat Heart-Cut Colombian Emerald Bubbly Green 10.2x10.5 Loose Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 3.50 carats
Shape: Heart Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Light Yellowish Green
Measurements: 10.21mm x 10.51mm x 6.35mm
Geographic Ori...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.83 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.02ct Pair Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 2
Weight: 1.02 cts (0.48 ct/0.54 ct)
Measurements: 6.88 x 4.82 x 3.20 mm/6.99 x 4.64 x 3.22 mm
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style:
Cutting St...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$1,360 / set
Natural Green Emerald Loose Gemstone Pair 2.90 Ct Pear Cut for Earrings Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Green Emerald Natural Loose Gemstone Pair for Rings, Earrings, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting Pearl Cut from Swat Pakistan!!
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Emerald
⚖️ WE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$181 Sale Price / set
20% Off
6.44 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
5.68 Carat 11.3x9.3 Medium Deep Green Zambian Emerald - Emerald Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 5.68-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent to Semi-Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 11.26mm x 9.30mm x 6.85mm
Geographi...
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Emerald
Rare GIA Certified 3.29 Carat Emerald Shape Unheated Green Emerald
Located in San Francisco, CA
This GIA-certified 3.29 Carat UNHEATED Ethiopian Emerald-Shaped Vibrant Natural Green Emerald was hand-selected by our experts for its top luster.
We can custom make for this rare...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.78 Carats Pakistan Emerald Gemstone 0.78 Carats Pakistan Emerald Gemstone 0.7
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.78 carats
Dimensions 5.5x5.2x3.9 mm
Treatment minor oil
Origin Pakistan
Clarity SI
Shape octagon
Cut emerald
This stunning 0.78 carat emerald is a natural gemstone sourced from Pakistan, renowned for its vibrant green hues and exceptional quality. The stone features a classic emerald cut, which enhances its natural brilliance and allows light to dance across its facets, creating a captivating sparkle. Its rich, deep green color, characteristic of Pakistan emeralds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$286 Sale Price
20% Off
5.16 Carat 11.5x9 Bluish Green Zambian Emerald - Emerald Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 5.16-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Good
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 11.36mm x 9.23mm x 5.23mm
Geographic Origin: Zambia
Treatmen...
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2010s Zambian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.01 Carat Intense Green Colombian Emerald - Muzo Cushion Cut Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 4.01-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Muzo Green
Measurements: 10.70mm x 9.08mm x 6.71mm
Geographic Origin: Co...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.89 carats Emerald Stone Emerald Cut Natural Gemstone from Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.89 carats
Dimensions 11.5x5.0x4.0 mm
Treatment none
Origin Punjsher, Afghanistan
Clarity VVS
Shape octagon
Cut emerald
This stunning 1.89 carat emerald stone, meti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$240 Sale Price
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1.57 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
5.96 Ct Emerald Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.30 Ct Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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1.41 Ct Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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1.47 ct Pear Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6204784743
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Crown: N/A
...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.77 Ct Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
3.72 Ct Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Emerald
1.40 Carat Apple Green Colombian Emerald - Oval Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.40-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Very Good/Good
Color: Medium Yellowish Green
Measurements: 7.90mm x 6.38mm x 4.81mm
Geographic Or...
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Emerald
0.85 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone Oval Cut Gemstone From Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.85 carat
Dimensions 7.1x5.6x4.3mm
Treatment None
Origin Afghan
Clarity VVS
Shape Cut Oval
The 0.85 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone is a timeless beauty, sourced fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.35 Ct Emerald Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Natural loose zambian high quality Emerald oval 19.10 carats
Located in jaipur, IN
This is a stunning very high quality natural zambian oval 19.10 carat piece.
it is 10 times more better than pic. i have attached video to give you more clarity. certificate is also...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
12.20 carats Vivid Green Emerald Stone Cushion Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.50 carat
Dimensions 15.4 x 6.2 x 6.1mm
Treatment None
Origin Afghan
Clarity VVS
Shape Octagon
Cut Emerald
NA
This exquisite 12.20 carat Vivid Green Emerald is a breathtak...
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21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.70 Ct Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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1.01 Ct Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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2.46 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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1.15 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue, the birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth.
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Creating Custom Jewelry? Find Loose Natural Emeralds and Other Loose Gemstones for Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary selection of emeralds and other loose gemstones to help you create your own custom jewelry.
Unless you're a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment, you're probably looking for loose gemstones because 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.
A piece of custom emerald jewelry, created by you, would certainly make a great gift.
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle.
Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set it into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.”
According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
Find a collection of emeralds and other loose gemstones today on 1stDibs.