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Gemstone: Emerald
1.15ct Medium Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.15-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 8.75mm x 6.36mm x 4.38mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treat...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.0 Carat Crystal Clean Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.0-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Light Bluish Green Measurements: 14.0mm x 8.69mm x 5.85mm Geographic Origin: Colombia ...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.69 Carat 9x6 Medium Yellowish Green Colombian Emerald - Oval May Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.69-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Yellowish Medium Green Measurements: 9.26mm x 6.58mm x 4.55mm Geographic Origin: Colo...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.43 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.47tcw 7x5.5 Matching Green Colombian Emeralds - Emerald Cut Genuine Loose Pair
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Total Weight: 2.47-tcw Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Light Bluish Green Measurements: 6.69mm x 5.59mm x 4.47mm // 6.76mm x 5....
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Emerald Natural Emerald 2.00 cts 8.55x6.81x5.27 mm Natural Emerald Cut Stone
Located in Chicago, IL
Carat Weight: 2 cts. Size : 8.55 x 6.81 x 5.27 mm T1/AJSTMPPW200.
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2010s Indian Retro Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.43 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.59 Carat 11x8 Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.59-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Bluish Green Measurements: 11.21mm x 8.10mm x 5.41mm Geographic Origin: Colomb...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Untreated No Oil Fancy Shape Russian Emerald Ring Gem 1.58 Carat Weight
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a captivating and exquisite piece of nature's beauty: the Untreated Emerald. This remarkable gemstone weighs an impressive 1.58 carats, making it a truly valuable and sou...
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2010s Russian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.98 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.94 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.30cts Natural Emerald Cut Stone 8.34x6.57x4.32mm CERTIFIED Stone.
Located in Chicago, IL
1.30cts Natural Emerald Cut Stone CERTIFIED Stone. Carat Weight: 1.30 cts. Size : 8.34x6.57x4.32 mm T1#JSTTMPPW29
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2010s Indian Retro Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

5.54ct Spring Green Elongated Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 12.5x9 Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 5.54-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 12.48mm x 8.97mm x 6.65mm Geographic Origin: Colombia T...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.02 Carat 12.3x7.8 Green Natural Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.02-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Bluish Green Measurements: 12.31mm x 7.85mm x 6.16mm Geographic Origin: C...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.41 Carat 10x8 Medium Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.41-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Bluish Green Measurements: 10.20mm x 8.15mm x 6.20mm Geographic Origin: Col...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.91 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. 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

9.03ct HUGE Green Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald 12.5x12.5 Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 9.03-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Deep Bluish Green Measurements: 12.52mm x 12.47mm x 9.33mm Geographic Origin: Colo...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.16ct Spring Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.16-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Light Green Measurements: 8.55mm x 6.03mm x 4.63mm Geographic Origin: Colombia...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

10.02tcw Matching Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald Pair 10x10 Genuine Loose Gems
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Total Weight: 10.02-tcw Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Yellowish Medium Green Measurements: 10.10mm x 9.56mm x 7.81mm // 10.12mm x 9....
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.22 Carat 16x10 Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.22-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent, Visibly Imperfect Luster: Very Good Color: Light Green Measurements: 16.19mm x 10.0mm x 4.81mm Geographic Ori...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.20 Carat Light Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.20-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Good Color: Light Green Measurements: 14.21mm x 8.89mm x 5.85mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treatment:...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

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

1.81 Carat Spring Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.81-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Light Green Measurements: 9.84mm x 7.25mm x 6.14mm Geographic Origin: Col...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

5.21 Carat Vivacious Colombian Emerald - 14.3x9 Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 5.21-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent-Very Good Color: Bright Yellowish Green Measurements: 14.29mm x 9.09mm x 7.37mm Geographic O...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.20ct Yellowish Green Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 7x6 Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.20-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Yellowish Green Measurements: 7.25mm x 6.22mm x 4.08mm Geographic Origin: Colombia...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.58 Carat Medium Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.58-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 9.14mm x 6.35mm x 5.22mm Geographic Origin: Colombia ...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.90 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Luminous 4.75 Carat 10x10 Asscher Cut Muzo Green Colombian Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.75-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Vivid Green Measurements: 10.55mm x 10.2mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treatment: ...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

8.64 Carat Freckled Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 8.64-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Transparent to Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 15.34mm x 10.68mm x 8.81mm Geographic ...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.72 Carat Bright Green Colombian Emerald - Muzo Cushion Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.72-carats Shape: Cushion Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent to Very Good Color: Yellowish Green Measurements: 9.91mm x 9.99mm x 8.31mm Geographic Ori...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.78 Carat 14x10 Deep Green Zambian Emerald - Pear-Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.78-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Dark Green Measurements: 13.77mm x 10.25mm x 5.18mm Geographic Origin: Zambia Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern 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

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

0.96 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.38 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.98 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.65 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.92 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.81 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.91 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.52 Carat Heart-Cut Colombian Emerald Bluish Green Loose Natural Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.52 carats Shape: Heart Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 9.48mm x 9.54mm x 5.83mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Trea...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.80 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.80 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.73 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.14 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.01 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.97 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

6.86 Carat Spring Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 6.86-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Light Green Measurements: 13.94mm x 10.81mm x 8.82mm Geographic Origin: Colomb...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

16.15 Carat Earthy Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 16.15-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Good Color: Light Green Measurements: 18.25mm x 14.39mm x 10.71mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

8.85 Carat Grassy Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 8.85-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good-Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 16.65mm x 11.26mm x 8.14mm Geographic Origin: Co...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.37ct Transparent Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut May Birthstone Teardrop Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.37-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Light Green Measurements: 10.01mm x 6.18mm x 3.84mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treat...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.91 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. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loo...
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2010s Zambian 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

7.22ct Bluish Green Emerald Cut Colombian Gem 13x10 Chivor Mine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 7.22-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 12.65mm x 10.30mm x 8.00mm Geographic Origin: Colombia ...
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2010s Colombian Modern 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

5.56ct Spring Green Asscher Cut Colombian Gem 10.6x10.6 Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 5.56-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Yellowish Green Measurements: 10.69mm x 10.62mm x 8.39mm Geographic Origin:...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.36 Carat Glowing Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.36-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent-Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 13.79mm x 8.62mm x 7.63mm Geographic Origin: Col...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.68 Ct 11x8 Pear-Cut Spring Green Colombian Emerald - Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.68-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 11.37mm x 7.63mm x 5.62mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Trea...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

5.07 Carat Green Colombian Emerald - Cushion Cut May Birthstone Genuine Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 5.07-carats Shape: Cushion Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Yellowish Green Measurements: 11.26mm x 10.40mm x 7.73mm Geographic Or...
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2010s Colombian Modern 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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