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Gemstone: Emerald
12.89 Carat 15.5x11 Kelly Green Zambian Emerald - Emerald Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 12.89-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 15.47mm x 10.89mm x 9.09mm
Geographic Origin: Zambia
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2010s Zambian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.70 Carat Dark Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.70-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good-Good
Color: Dark Green
Measurements: 11.86mm x 8.34mm x 5.24mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
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Emerald
3.26 Carat 12x8 Fine Green Colombian Emerald - Pear-Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 3.26-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Intense Bluish Green
Measurements: 11.82mm x 8.25mm x 6.33mm
Geographic Origin: Colom...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.37 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
2.75 Ct Rare Russian Emerald Heart shape Perfect purity neon green color
Located in bangkok, TH
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Rare Russian Emerald Heart shape Perfect Purity Neon green color the same Colombian neon color
Name stone : Emerald
Weight : 2.75 Carats
Color : Neon green
Origin : Russian
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2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.19ct Elongated Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.19-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 9.34mm x 5.72mm x 4.27mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.48 Carat Earthy Green Colombian Emerald - Cushion Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 3.48-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 9.52mm x 9.09mm x 7.01mm
Geographic Origin: Colomb...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.78 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.63 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.68 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.58 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.58 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
1.19 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
2.52ct Intense Green Colombian Emerald Emerald Cut Genuine May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.52-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Vivid Yellowish Green
Measurements: 9.39mm x 7.71mm x 5.37mm
Geographic Origi...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.19 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
2.78 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
2.76 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
2.52 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
2.46 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
2.37 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
2.41 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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Emerald
1.84 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
1.79 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
2.36 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
2.11 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
A Round Faceted Emerald
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A Round Faceted Emerald
measuring:
18.5 mm x 17.5 mm
11.7 mm deep
Emerald diameter 6/8 in.
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20th Century Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
$25,000
4.27tcw 10x8 Matching Colombian Emeralds - Oval Cut Genuine Loose Gems
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 4.27-tcw
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Bluish Green
Measurements: 10.08mm x 7.78mm x 5.18mm // 10.11mm x 7.72mm...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
6.25 Carat Muzo Yellowish Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 6.25-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Yellowish Green
Measurements: 13.50mm x 10.81mm x 7.60mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
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Emerald
Stunning 6.40 Carat Asscher Cut Vivid Muzo Green Colombian Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 6.40-carats
Shape: Asscher Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Vivid Green
Measurements: 10.9mm x 10.8mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
Treatment: N...
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2010s Colombian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.23 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
46.22 Carat Seafoam Green Colombian Emerald - Cushion Cut Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 46.22-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Good
Color: Light Green
Measurements: 22.15mm x 21.34mm x 16.42mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
6.12 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
5.37 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
5.16 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.35 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.99 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.06 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.37 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.47 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.37 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
2.52 Carat 9.4x7.6 Glowing Classic Colombian Emerald - Emerald Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.52-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Muzo Yellowish Green
Measurements: 9.41mm x 7.61mm x 5.09mm
Geographic O...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.61ct 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. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
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2010s Zambian 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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Emerald
2.71tcw 9.4x6 Matching Loose Colombian Emeralds - Pear Cut Teardrop
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 2.71-tcw
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Medium Green
Measurements: 9.35mm x 5.96mm x 4.86mm // 9.44mm x 6.10mm x 4.0mm
Geo...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 49.36 Carats
Size: 26x20x13 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
2.65 Carat Pastel Green Colombian Emerald - Elongated Cushion Cut Genuine Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 2.65-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Pastel Bluish Green
Measurements: 8.99mm x 8.07mm x 6.05mm
Geographic Origin: Colo...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.70 Carat 12x10 Electric Green Colombian Emerald - Oval Cut May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 3.70-carats
Shape: Oval Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Yellowish Green
Measurements: 11.72mm x 9.58mm x 5.72mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.80 Carat Pear-Cut Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.80-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Vivid Bluish Green
Measurements: 9.55mm x 6.58mm x 4.97mm
Geographic Origin: Colombia...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.65 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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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.47 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
7.11tcw Vibrant Matching Emerald Cut Colombian Pair 10x8 Genuine Loose Emeralds
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 7.11-tcw
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Vibrant Bluish Green
Measurements: 10.27mm x 7.42mm x 5.35mm // 10.49mm x 7.58m...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
1.50ct Elongated Muzo Green Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 8x5 Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 1.50-carats
Shape: Emerald Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent
Color: Medium Intense Yellowish Green
Measurements: 8.02mm x 5.10mm x 4.24mm
Geographic O...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
3.37 Carat Emerald Cut Octagonal Loose Unset Aquamarine Gemstone
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 3.37 carat octagonal emerald-cut aquamarine is really impressive! It has a gorgeous blue color and exceptional brilliance and life. Measuring 13.97 x 7.16, it has an elegant elo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Aquamarine, Emerald
3.76 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
7.68tcw 15x8 Pear-Cut Matching Colombian Emeralds - Genuine Loose Gems
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Total Weight: 7.68-tcw
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Very Good
Color: Medium Light Green
Measurements: 15.80mm x 8.17mm x 5.22mm // 15.08mm x 8.05mm x 4...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.73 Carat 16x10 Deep Green Colombian Emerald - Pear-Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 4.73-carats
Shape: Pear Cut
Clarity: Semi-Transparent
Luster: Very Good-Good
Color: Medium-Dark Green
Measurements: 16.36mm x 9.62mm x 5.70mm
Geographic Origin...
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Emerald
2.06 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
1.87 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
3.42 Carat Lustrous Light Yellowish Green Colombian Emerald - Cushion Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald
Weight: 3.42-carats
Shape: Cushion Cut
Clarity: Transparent
Luster: Excellent-Very Good
Color: Yellowish Light Green
Measurements: 9.19mm x 8.57mm x 7.50mm
Geographic ...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
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Emerald
4.80 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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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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