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Gemstone: Emerald
2.25 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Perfect Square Shape Gem For Wedding Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 2.25 Carats
Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 5.3 Mm
Origin: Swat Pakistan
Shape: Emerald
Color: Green
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Demand
The Swat Emerald, also known as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 19.25 Carats
Size: 19x16x9 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Carved Cabochon
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
7.06tcw 11x9.5 Matching Spready Colombian Emeralds - Light Green Genuine Loose
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 7.06-tcw
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Light Green
Measurements: 10.86mm x 9.53mm x 4.68mm // 10.82mm x 9.69mm x 5.07m...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.37 Carat Emerald Oval, Unset Loose Gemstone, GIA Certified
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vibrant, bright green emerald is an exceptional gem with gorgeous color and clarity! It is a 1.37 carat oval and extremely brilliant, with a subtle hint of beautiful blue! It me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.72 Carat Transparent Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 3.72-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Medium Yellowish Green
Measurements: 12.80mm x 8.56mm x 5.93mm
Geographic O...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.39ct Octagonal/Emerald Green Emerald GIA Certified Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2235191081
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.71 Carat 8x8 Dark Muzo Green Colombian Emerald - Cushion Cut Genuine May Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.71-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Dark Muzo Green
Measurements: 7.68mm x 7.67mm x 5.30mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
8.29 Carat 14x12 Deep Green Colombian Emerald - Oval Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 8.29-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Bright Deep Green
Measurements: 14.38mm x 12.13mm x 9.29mm
Geographic Origin: Co...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.64ct 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: 5234422076
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
1.58 Carat 8x6 Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Elongated Cushion Cut Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.58-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 7.81mm x 5.92mm x 5.22mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.80ct NON-OILED Natural EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Discover the epitome of design luxury with our 4.80ct Non-Oil Natural Green Emerald Gemstone. Renowned for its remarkable clarity and flawless composition for an emerald, this gem is...
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2010s African Artist Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.25ct AAA+ Muzo Green Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 7.5x6.5 Genuine Earth Mined
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 1.25-carat
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent/Very Good
Color: Forest Muzo Green
Measurements: 7.62mm x 6.49mm x 3.70mm
Geographic...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.55 Carat 10x6 VVS Green Colombian Emerald - Pear-Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.55-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Medium Bluish Green
Measurements: 10.41mm x 5.69mm x 4.83mm
Geographic Origin: Colomb...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.77ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 1226997516
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting Sty...
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2010s Zambian Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.70ct Octagon Non-Oil Natural Emerald Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Elevate your collection with this exquisite 3.70ct Octagon Non-Oil Natural Emerald Gemstone, a testament to nature's unparalleled beauty.
With its captivating hue and clarity, this ...
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2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Vibrant Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones 3.00Ct Emerald Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vibrant Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting-Octagon Emerald Cut from Afghanistan!!
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmalin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Tourmaline, Emerald
2.99 Carat Heart-Cut Colombian Emerald Vivacious Green Loose Natural Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.99-carats
Shape: Heart Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent/Very Good
Color: Muzo Yellowish Green
Measurements: 8.92mm x 10.94mm x 5.48mm
Geographic Or...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
6.20 Carat Bright Green Colombian Emerald - Muzo Cushion Cut May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 6.20-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent to Very Good
Color: Yellowish Green
Measurements: 11.56mm x 10.79mm x 8.76
Geographic Ori...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.18 Carat Pear Shape GRS Certified Muzo
Located in Hong Kong, HK
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This stunning 3.18-carat pear-shaped emerald is certified by GRS (Gemological Research Servi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.55 Carat AAA 9x6 Bluish Green Oval Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.55-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Vivid Bluish Green
Measurements: 8.66mm x 6.33mm x 4.78mm
Geographic Origin...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.43 Carat 9x7 Large Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Elongated Cushion Cut Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.43-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 8.80mm x 6.96mm x 3.79mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Natural Certified Sandawana Emerald Oval Cut 1.30 Cts Oval Loose Emerald.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Certified Sandawana Emerald Oval Cut 1.30 Cts Oval Loose Emerald.
Certification: IGITL / IGI.
Size: 7.88x6.28x3.87mm Approx
Gemstone Clarity Grade: Moderately Included
Total...
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2010s Zimbabwean Aesthetic Movement Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
9.95 Carats Bi color Ametrine Stone Emerald Cut Natural Bolivian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 9.95 carats
Dimensions 16.7x10.1x7.9mm
Treatment None
Origin Bolivia
Clarity Loupe Clean
Shape Octagon
Cut Emerald Cut
NA
This exquisite 9.95 carat bi-color Ametrine gemston...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.35 carats Emerald Stone Oval Faceted Cut Natural Gemstone from Zambia
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.35 carats
Dimensions 9.7x7.3x5.1 mm
Treatment Minor oil
Origin Zambia
Clarity SI
Shape oval
Cut Faceted
This stunning 2.35 carat emerald is a natural gemstone source...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.53 carats Zambian Emerald Octagon Cut stone for fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Zambian Emerald Octagon Cut stone for fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Weight: 3.53 Carats
Size: 11x7x5.5 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Octagon
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.05 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Bluish Green 5.94 Carat Emerald Cut Muzo Colombian Emerald Gem - May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 5.94-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Bluish Green
Measurements: 12.51mm x 8.46mm x 6.82mm
Geographic Origin: Col...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.64ct Vivacious Bluish Green Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 11x9 Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 4.64-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 11.16mm x 8.52mm x 6.63mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
T...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.70 Carat 6.3x6.5 Bluish Green Trillion Emerald - Genuine Earth-Mined Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 0.70-carats
Shape: Trillion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Vivid Green
Measurements: 6.29mm x 6.51mm x 3.59mm
Geographic Origin: Brazil
Trea...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
6.63tcw Matching 10x8 Green Emerald Cut Colombian Emeralds - Genuine Pair
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 6.63-tcw
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Light Bluish Green
Measurements: 9.81mm x 7.55mm x 6.35mm // 9.81mm x 7....
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
6.13 Carat 11.5x10.3 Earthy Pastel Green Colombian Emerald - Emerald Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 6.13-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Good
Color: Medium Bluish Green
Measurements: 11.47mm x 10.34mm x 6.90mm
Geographic Origin: Co...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
7.48 Carat GRS Certified Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Pair
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This extraordinary pair of Colombian emeralds, certified by GRS (GemResearch Swisslab), embodies the pinnacle of natural beauty and craftsmanship. Weighing a total of 7.48 carats, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.92ct Chipped Medium Green Colombian Emerald Asscher Cut Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.92-carats
Shape: Asscher Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Good
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 8.43mm x 7.76mm x 6.99mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Elegant Natural Loose Emerald Ring Gem from Zambia Mine 4.65 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 4.65 Carats
Dimension: 9.7x9.5x6.8 Mm
Origin: Zambia Mine
Shape: Emerald
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Demand
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Wearing an emerald gives strength to the planet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
5.29 Carat Certified Bluish Colombian Emerald - Chivor Cushion Cut May Birthston
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 5.29-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 10.59mm x 9.70mm x 8.06mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
T...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Vibrant 4.83 Carat Asscher Cut Muzo Colombian Emerald Gem - May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 4.83-carats
Shape: Asscher Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Bright Green
Measurements: 10.18mm x 9.85mm x 7.97mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
T...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.70 Carat Bright Spring Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.70-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 10.04mm x 7.76mm x 6.15mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Trea...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.80 Carat 6.5x5 Fine Colombian Emerald - Emerald Cut Muzo Green May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 0.80-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Intense Muzo Green
Measurements: 6.45mm x 4.79mm x 3.16mm
Geographic Origin: Colom...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.02 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.92 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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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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.69 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.66 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.53 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.49 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.24 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.17 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.86ct Pear Green Emerald GIA Certified Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 1236190409
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting St...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.07 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.99 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.81 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
5.13 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.83 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
4.88 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
4.76 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
4.66 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
4.58 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
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.