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Gemstone: 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
1.92ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire GIA Certified Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2231220827
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Cro...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
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
Materials
Emerald
2.65 Ct 12.5x8 Pear-Cut Medium Green Colombian Emerald - Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.65-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Yellowish Green
Measurements: 12.45mm x 8.11mm x 5.40mm
Geographic Origin: Col...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
22.35 carats, Zambian Bud Shape Cobochon Pair
Located in Hong Kong, HK
ntroducing a captivating pair of Zambian emerald cabochons, beautifully shaped like delicate buds, with a combined weight of 22.35 carats. These exquisite gems showcase the lush, vib...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$8,000 / set
2.63 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
5.85tcw 14x8 AAA Certified Matching Colombian Emeralds - Pear Cut Teardrop
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 5.85-tcw
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Muzo Green
Measurements: 14.02mm x 7.99mm x 4.99mm // 13.94mm x 7.79mm x...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.73 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
5.20 Carat Bright Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Muzo Cushion Cut May Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 5.20-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Light Bluish Green
Measurements: 10.96mm x 10.51mm x 7.34mm
Geographic Orig...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.44 Carat 8.4x8.4 Bluish Green Loose Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.44-carats
Shape: Asscher Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 8.43mm x 8.41mm x 5.25mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.25ct Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.25 cts
Measurements: 8.52x6.10x4.39mm
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Modified B...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.84ct Trillion Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.84 cts
Measurements: 6.28 x 7.31 x 3.46 mm
Shape: Trillion
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Mo...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
7.41ct Vivid Muzo Green Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 7.41-carats
Shape: Asscher Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Vivid Green
Measurements: 11.6mm x 11.5mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Treatment: N...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.77ct Square Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 3.77 cts
Measurements: 9.82x9.24x5.73mm
Shape: Square
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
Trans...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
21.95 Carat Minty Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 21.95-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Good
Color: Light Green
Measurements: 18.28mm x 16.03mm x 11.96mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Ultra Lustrous Seafoam Green 1.93 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Gem - May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.93-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Light Pastel Green
Measurements: 7.89mm x 6.52mm x 5.47mm
Geographic Origin: Colom...
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2010s Colombian Modern 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
2.58 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.19ct 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: 6234422249
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
2.54 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
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
2.02 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
2.46ct Square Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 2.46 cts
Measurements: 7.64 x 7.44 x 6.20 mm
Shape: Square
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Natural Mexican Fire Opal 5.45 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Play-of-Color
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
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
Natural Citrine 6.83 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
This exquisite 6.83 carat Natural Citrine features a refined emerald cut, enhancing its clarity and depth with mesmerizing step-cut facets. Exhibiting a rich golden-yellow hue, this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Citrine, Emerald
1.20 Carat GIA 9x6 Dark Green Colombian Emerald - Oval Cut May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.20-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Dark Green
Measurements: 9.02mm x 6.04mm x 3.91mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Treatme...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Natural 116.17ct Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald Loose Gemstone
Located in Houston, TX
One loose gemstone described as follows...
One (1) natural, oval-shaped, cabochon cut, emerald:
Species: Natural Beryl
Variety: Natural Emerald
Measurements: 31.70mm x 24.30mm x 20...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.06ct Shield Emerald GIA Certified Ethiopian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2211057444
Shape: Modified Shield Mixed Cut
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown:
...
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2010s Ethiopian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.98ct 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: 6234422201
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
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
2.45 Carat Heart-Cut Colombian Emerald Yellowish Green Loose Natural Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.45 carats
Shape: Heart Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent/Very Good
Color: Medium Yellowish Green
Measurements: 9.28mm x 9.44mm x 5.64mm
Geographic O...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.4ct Marquise 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: 6224292949
Shape: Marquise
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.89 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
1.13 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.
All our gemstones are natural & genuine. Certification can be provided on request at a n...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.42 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.
All our gemstones are natural & genuine. Certification can be provided on request at a n...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.29 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.48 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.51 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
1.46 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
1.51 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
Rich Green Natural Emerald Ring Loose Gemstone 1.20 Ct Octagon Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Green Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone for Ring or any other Jewelry Setting-Octagon Emerald Cut!!
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Emerald
⚖️ WEIGHT: 1.20 Carats
🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Octagon Emeral...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
6.25 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.14 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
0.96ct Dark Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 0.96-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Muzo Green
Measurements: 9.44mm x 5.66mm x 3.26mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Treatme...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.59tcw Light Bluish Green Colombian Emeralds - Matching Cushion Cut Pair
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 4.59-tcw
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Light Bluish Green
Measurements: 9.46mm x 7.09mm x 4.60mm // 9.44mm x...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.60 Ct 13x8 Pear-Cut Spready Green Colombian Emerald - Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.60-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 13.00mm x 7.93mm x 4.89mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Trea...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.35 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
0.86 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
4.05 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
1.48 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
4.93 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.38ct Slender Muzo Green Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 10x6 Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.38-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Medium Intense Yellowish Green
Measurements: 9.76mm x 5.83mm x 4.79mm
Geographic O...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.86 carats GIA Certified Swat Green Emerald - Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone
Located in PARIS, FR
At 3.86 carats, this loose emerald stands out for its substantial size and its perfectly executed octagonal step cut. The broad, flat table and crisp pavilion facets maximize light r...
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2010s Pakistani Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
0.83ct Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.83 cts
Measurements: 7.25 x 5.49 x 3.70 mm
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
5.06 Ct Natural Emerald Cabochon neon green transparent quality gemstone
Located in bangkok, TH
EMA83
5.06 Ct Natural Emerald Cabochon neon green transparent quality gemstone
GEM DESCRIPTION
Species: Natural Beryl
Variey: Natural Emerald
Weight: 5.06ct
Color: vivid green
Cut...
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2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.60 Carat AAA+ Minor Oil Vivid Green Colombian Emerald-Cushion Cut 9x8 Genuine
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.60-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Vivid Green
Measurements: 8.60mm x 8.14mm x 6.43mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Tre...
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2010s Colombian Modern 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
3.00 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
2.27 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
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.
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