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Loose Morganite - Emerald Cut .93ct Light Pink Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat(s): .93ct Cut: Emerald Color: Light Pink Size: (mm) 7.05 x 5.09 x 3.63 Condition: New
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Morganite

1.15 ct Natural Pink Spinel Gemstone Ceylon Origin
Located in Makola, LK
Ceylon Pink Spinel 1.10 Carats unheated come with Pink color and luster and perfect cut, unheated • Variety: Spinel • Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) • Color(s): Pink • Shape/Cutting St...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Pink Diamond

GIA Certified 3.12 Carats Unheated Purple Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pure, rich purple radiates from this unheated Purple Sapphire. The calming nature of the color of the gem has often been associated to royalty, and this cushion cut sapphire that w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

Natural Baby Pink Tourmaline 3.25 Carats Step Cushion Cut Nigerian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstone Type Baby Pink Tourmaline Weight 3.25 carats Dimensions 9.15 x 8.1 x 6.2 mm Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cushion Cut Step Cushion Origin Nigeria Treatment None Behold the exq...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

0.70 Carat Very Light Pink Oval Cut Diamond SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Oval ➛ Colour Grade: Very Light Pink ➛ Carat: 0.70 ➛ Clarity: SI1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 0.70 carat diamond is a relatively small diamond, with carat being a measure of weight. Our Very Light Pink diamonds are pale pink diamonds...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Pink Diamond

Rare Green Emerald/Octagon Cut Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, 6.25 Ct-Afghan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Fantastic Yellowish Green Emerald/Octagon Cut Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstones from Afghanistan! This exquisite Emerald Cut gemstone is a radiant celebration of elegance and sophis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

GIA Certified 3.46 Carats Blue Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embark on a journey of discovery with a Natural Blue Sapphire, a mesmerizing gem weighing 3.46 carats, certified by a GIA Report. The oval-shaped beauty, measuring 9.63 x 7.55 x 5.22...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

1.00 Carat Very Light Pink Round cut diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Round ➛ Colour Grade: Very Light Pink ➛ Carat: 1.00 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Thi...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Pink Diamond

7.21 Carats Aquamarine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unveil the charm of a 7.21 carats Natural Aquamarine, showcasing a cushion shape and Brilliant/Step cut for enhanced brilliance. Measuring 15.29 x 10.08 x 7.12 mm, this gem captivate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

GIA Certified 1.80 Carats Natural Diamond Triple XXX
Located in Massafra, IT
Stunning GIA Certified 1,80 Carat Natural Diamond , in round brilliant cut , in D color, VVS2 clarity, so sparkly, very bright diamond. Excellent cut . Excellent polish. Excellent sy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

0.45 Carat Faint Pink Cushion cut diamond I1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Cushion ➛ Colour Grade: Faint Pink ➛ Carat: 0.45 ➛ Clarity: I1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ This 0....
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Pink Diamond

GRS Certified 1.12 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of 1.12 carats natural unheated Mozambique Ruby. With a rectangular cushion cut measuring 7.41 x 4.52 x 3.25 mm, and a Brilliant/Step cut enhancing its brilliance...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

6.01 Carats Rubellite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Identification: Natural Rubellite 6.01 carats Carat: 6.01 carats Shape: Pear Measurements: 15.9 x 10.3 x 6.0 mm Cut: Brilliant/Step Color: Pink Clarity: very eye clean Behold a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Rubelite

0.40 Carat Fancy Light Pink diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Cushion ➛ Colour Grade: Fancy Light Pink ➛ Carat: 0.40 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ ...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Pink Diamond

Natural 3.93 Carats Heated Orange Sapphire Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mined in Srilanka, these orange briolette drops will make the perfect addition to a pair of earrings. Paired with diamonds their elongated shapes that have been matched in color and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire

GIA Certified Unheated Blue Sapphire 1.85 Carats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Natural Unheated Blue Sapphire, weighing 1.85 carats, is accompanied by a GIA Report for authenticity. The triangular-shaped gem, with measurements of 7.36 x 7.49 x 4.33 mm, fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

Rare Green Cushion Cut Natural Afghani Tourmaline Gemstone, 7.75 Ct-Top Quality
Located in Peshawar, PK
Exquisite 7.75 Carat green natural Tourmaline gemstone, sourced from the rare Kunar mines of Afghanistan. Its lustrous green hue captivates, and the step cushion cut enhances its bea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

Quality Imperial Topaz 5.75 carats Fancy Cushion Cut Natural Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
5.75 carats 11.60x7.94x6.80 mm Clarity SI Treatment none Origin Pakistan Shape cushion Cut fancy cushion Behold the exquisite allure of a 5.75-carat Fancy Cushion Cut Imper...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

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Topaz, Imperial Topaz

Sparkling 2.80 Carats Natural Loose Emerald Ring Gem Octagon Shape Zambia Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald Weight: 2.80 Carats Dimension: 8.3x8.2x5.6 Mm Origin: Zambia Shape: Octagon Color: Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demands The Zambian emerald mines ar...
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20th Century Zambian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Vivid Green tsavorite garnet 0.80 carats Oval Cut Natural Gemstone From Kenya
Located in Bangkok, TH
Loose Gemstone Tsavorite garnet Weight 0.80 carats Dimensions 5.8 x 5.2 x 3.5 mm Origin Kenya Shape Oval Cut Fancy Oval Clarity Eye Clean Treatment None The Vivid Green Tsavorite Garnet is a true natural wonder, a testament to the Earth's artistry. Weighing 0.80 carats and fashioned into a Fancy Oval Cut, this gemstone hails from the stunning landscapes of Kenya, where nature has bestowed its vibrant hues upon it. Its vivid green color is a testament to its exceptional quality and rarity, capturing the essence of the lush landscapes where it was born. garnet january birthstone garnet jewelry garnet earrings garnet stone garnet birthstone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Kenyan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Tsavorite

1.32 Carat Loose Natural Emerald Gemstone GIA Emerald Cut Solitaire
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gem: Natural Emerald Carat: 1.32ct Measurements: 7.68 x 5.64 x 4.89 mm Cut: Step Cut Octagonal (Emerald Cut) Color: Green GIA: 6234017370
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21st Century and Contemporary South American Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

GIA Certified 1.61 Carats Unheated Pink Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This heart shaped Pink Sapphire has been modified to reveal an unmatched brilliance. A gemstone that displays an even color throughout, this 1.61 carat purplish pink sapphire sparkle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire

IGI Certified 3.01 Carats Heart Shaped Diamond
Located in Massafra, IT
A very stunning GIA Certified Natural Diamond of 3.01 Carats, in perfect heart cut , so lovely, in D color , VVS1 clarity, very sparkly. Complete with IGI report. Whosale price .
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

2.39Ct Natural Untreated Ruby Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Sheridan, WY
Elevate your jewelry creations with the enchanting beauty of our 2.39Ct 100% Natural Ruby Oval Loose Gemstone. This exquisite gem, with its captivating pink hue and elegant oval cut,...
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2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

Precision master cut tanzanite 1.88ct fantastic gemstone unique piece
Located in bangkok, TH
Name: master cut tanzanite weight: 1.88ct size: 6.9mm origin: Tanzania color: blue clarity: loop clean cut: precision master cut Precision cut and include design that only few...
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2010s African Loose Gemstones

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Tanzanite

Neon Blue Loose Tourmaline 1.65 Carats Scissors Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstone Type Tourmaline Gemstone Weight 1.65 carats Dimensions 8.3 x 5.3 x 4.1 mm Clarity SI (Slightly Included) Shape Rectangular Cut Scissors Origin Afghanistan Treatment None ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

0.53 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Oval cut diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Oval ➛ Colour Grade: Fancy Intense Yellow ➛ Carat: 0.53 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ ...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Diamond, Diamond

GIA Certified 5.50 Carats Fancy Light Yellow Diamond
Located in Massafra, IT
A gorgeous GIA Certified 5,51 Carats Natural Fancy Light Yellow Diamond, in perfect rectangular cut , VS2 clarity. Complete with GIA report. Whosale price.
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Diamond

0.31 Carat Fancy Deep Yellow Orange Oval cut diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
**100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND** ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Oval ➛ Colour Grade: Fancy Deep Yellow Orange ➛ Carat: 0.31 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIA...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

1.82 Carats Heated Purple Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Purple Sapphires have something that’s increasingly regal about them. Their rich colors, intense tones and vibrant internal sparkle, make these gems truly desirable. Here is one that...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

2.5ct Radiant Cut LOUPE CLEAN Natural UNHEATED TEAL BLUE SAPPHIRE Gemstone
Located in Sheridan, WY
Embark on a journey into the extraordinary with our 2.5ct Radiant Cut Teal Blue Sapphire—a gemstone that embodies the perfect blend of elegance, vibrancy, and timeless allure. Dime...
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2010s African Artisan Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

1.94 carats Pink Spinel Jewelry Batch Natural Loose Gemstones from Tajikistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstone Type Natural Pink Spinel Gemstone Jewelry Weight 1.94 carats Weight Each 0.18, 0.52, 0.52 and 0.70 carats Clarity SI to VVS Origin Tajikistan Treatment None Indulge in t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tajikistani Modern Loose Gemstones

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Spinel

GIA Certified 2.45 Carats Color Change Garnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unveil the elegance of a Natural Color Change Garnet, boasting 2.45 carats and certified by a GIA Report. The oval-shaped gem, measuring 7.77 x 6.15 x 5.68 mm, is skillfully cut in a Brilliant cut, creating a captivating play of light. Its delightful pink hue adds a touch of sophistication to any setting. The very eye-clean clarity guarantees a clear and enchanting appearance. Authenticated by the GIA Report, this garnet stands...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Garnet

Gigantic 14.70 Carats Natural Earth Mine Loose Green Emerald Gem Zambia Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald Weight: 14.70 Carats Dimension: 16.2x14.4x8.3 Mm Origin: Zambia Shape: Emerald Color; Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Zambia is renowned for pro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Thai Sapp Oct Pair Carats 1.87
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Thai Sapp Oct Pair cts 1.87 Wonderfully matched pair of Sapphires that can be made into a well designed pair of earrings. Buying in the raw, affords you to customise the earring ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

Bright Rhodolite Garnet Stone 3.95 Carats Step Oval Cut Natural Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.95 carats Dimensions 10.0x8.3x5.6 mm Origin Malawi Treatment None Shape Oval Clarity Eye Clean Cut Step Oval The Red Rhodolite Garnet, a dazzling gemstone of exceptiona...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Rhodolite

Antique Old European Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Weights 3 Carats With a K Color
Located in Milano, MI
This Antique Old European Round Brilliant cut Diamond weights 3 carats with a K color (Beautiful white face up) and Clarity (Loupe Clean). The high quality of its cut let the stone r...
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20th Century Italian Late Victorian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

Alexander GIA Certified 9.15 Carat J VVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning loose emerald cut diamond, GIA certified. Sold as loose diamond but can easily be made into a ring of your liking. Crafted by some of the most prestigious bench jewelers in ...
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2010s Modern Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, White Diamond

GIA Certified 2.62 Carats Heated Blue Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A natural blue sapphire, this heated 2.62 carat beauty comes with a deep night sky blue that is sensual yet sophisticated. Colored by the elements titanium and iron, here is a gemsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

GIA Certified 5.39 Carats Unheated Yellow Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A golden yellow, this yellow sapphire is unique in every way. Unheated and untreated, at 5.39 carats here is a canary colored gemstone that has a glow that comes from within the gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Sapphire

0.81 Carat Very Light Yellow Green Oval cut diamond SI2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Oval ➛ Colour Grade: Very Light Yellow-Green ➛ Carat: 0.81 ➛ Clarity: SI2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMON...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

GIA Certified 5.76 Carats Heated Hexagonal Yellow Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An internal yellow sheen will easily take your breath away when you look at this 3.18 carat Yellow Sapphire. The ethereal pick for your treasure chest, this is a gemstone that can ev...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Sapphire

0.60 Carat Fancy Yellow Round cut diamond SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Round ➛ Colour Grade: Fancy Yellow ➛ Carat: 0.60 ➛ Clarity: SI1 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Our Fa...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond

GIA Certified 2.21 Carats Unheated Pink Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Identification: Natural Pink Sapphire • Carat: 2.21 carats • Shape: Oval • Measures: 9.04 x 6.73 x 4.27 mm • Color: Pink • Cut: Modified Brilliant/step • Treatment: Unheated Here i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire

0.94 Carat Round cut diamond I2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Round ➛ Colour Grade: M ➛ Carat: 0.94 ➛ Clarity: I2 ➛ GIA Certified ^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^ Our 0.94-carat dia...
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Diamond, Diamond

5.60 Carats Rubellite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Identification: Natural Rubellite 5.60 carats Carat: 5.60 carats Shape: Radiant Measurements: 15 x 8.4 x 5.12 mm Cut: Brilliant/Step Color: Pink Clarity: very eye clean Presenting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Rubelite

Certified 1.25ct Purple Sapphire Unheated Gemstone Ceylon Origin Ring Gemstone
Located in Makola, LK
Ceylon Unheated Purple Sapphire 1.25 Carat Natural Gemstone. Rich purple and violet Color. Gemstone gift for every purchase. • Variety: Sapphire • Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) • Colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of 1 carat each 'Pigeons Blood' unheated rubies. These Cushion cut rubies are certified by the GRS as originating from Burma (Myanmar) with no thermal enhancement (unhe...
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2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline 1.52 Carat Natural
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Original GIA Certificate Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Carat Weight: 1.52 Carats Measurements: 6.99 x 6.13 x 5.57 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline, Paraiba

3.80 Carats Emerald Shape Natural Lagoon Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 3.80 Carats Dimension: 11.5x6.6x5.7 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Lagoon Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Lagoon tourmal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

6.20 carats Natural Loose Peridot Earrings, Ring Size Jewelry Set from Pakistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight Pear: 2.25 carats each, Oval: 1.5 ct Dimensions Pear: 10x7x4.5 mm, Oval: 8.1x6.1x3.9 mm Treatment none Locality Pakistan Clarity Eye clean Total weight 6.20 ct Indulge in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

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Peridot

GIA Certified 4.09 Carats Heated Yellow Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A golden hue that has a seductive appeal, here is a splurge you will treasure. With a versatile orangy yellow color, that will add a pop to any outfit, this Yellow Sapphire that weig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Sapphire

NO RESERVE 3.89ct Custom Marquis Rust Reddish PINK TOURMALINE Gemstone
Located in Sheridan, WY
Experience the extraordinary with this 3.89-carat Marquise Cut Rust Reddish Pink Tourmaline Loose Gemstone. Gemstone Details: Carat Weight: 3.89 carats Shape: Marquise Cut Variety:...
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2010s African Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

GIA Certified 7.00 Carats Fancy Yellow Diamond
Located in Massafra, IT
A stunning GIA Certified of 7.00 carats Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond, in perfect oval cut , VS2 clarity. Very rare piece . Complete with GIA certificate. Whosale price .
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Diamond

GIA 22.08ct Natural Citrine Light Yellow Lemon Quartz Emerald Step Cut
Located in New York, NY
Citrine - Stone of Happiness. This November birthstone is the beautiful transparent light yellow variety of quartz, often called "Lemon Quartz". Citrine has been a popular gemstone ...
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2010s North American Loose Gemstones

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Citrine, Quartz

Natural Mint Green Loose Tourmaline 2.60 carats Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.60 carats Dimensions 10.6x5.8x4.9 mm Treatment none Origin Afghanistan Clarity VVS (Very, Very Slightly Included) Shape octagon Cut emerald The Natural Mint Green ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

7.81 Carats Red Tourmaline
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Natural Red Tourmaline boasts a cushion cut, showcasing dimensions of 11.91 x 11.90 x 7.99 mm. With a substantial weight of 7.81 carats, this gemstone captivates with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline 1.52 Carat Natural
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Original GIA Certificate Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Carat Weight: 1.52 Carats Measurements: 6.99 x 6.13 x 5.57 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

Loose Gemstones for Sale on 1stDibs

Are you shopping for diamonds and other loose gemstones to create your own custom jewelry? 

Why might you purchase a diamond or gemstone “loose” — that is, on its own, not mounted in a piece of jewelry? Perhaps you’re a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment. The scarcity of high-quality colored diamonds, for instance, especially pink diamonds, means that their value increases over time; the same is true of rare Kashmir sapphires and Burmese rubies. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraiba tourmaline, discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.

A more common scenario would be that 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.

If this sounds like you, read on for tips on becoming one of the world’s savviest gem hunters.

Educate yourself: When buying any piece of gem-set fine jewelry, you should familiarize yourself with the factors that determine a stone’s price. This will enable you to streamline your search for the perfect gem and have intelligent, productive conversations with sellers.

There is a wealth of information online, such as our diamond-buying guide and this overview of colored gemstones for engagement rings. The buying guides of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), searchable by stone type, are also a widely trusted source for consumers venturing into the world of diamonds and gems for the first time.

Vet your vendor: If you peruse 1stDibs with any regularity, you know there is no shortage of vendors who deal in top-quality loose gemstones. (Read about our vetted sellers.) Finding a trustworthy, established dealer may be as easy as getting a recommendation from friends or family. And, although it may sound obvious, it pays to Google your candidates — and consult customer reviews — before making contact.

Harakh Mehta, designer and founder of the Mumbai, India–based fine-jewelry brand Harakh, has an innate understanding of proper client relations, especially when the customer is in unfamiliar territory. “Start chatting with the dealer, get to know them better," he says. "It’s very important to establish a comfort level. We never push a sale, as we want it to be a carefully considered purchase. So, if the client is not in a rush, we do it over a few virtual meetings or phone calls.”

Request documentation: The best dealers go to great lengths to furnish clients with documents verifying the quality rating, natural origin and provenance of a stone — showing, for example, that loose emerald hails from the famous Muzo mine in Colombia — and disclosing any treatments applied to enhance its appearance. (And who doesn't love emerald jewelry? The most valuable emeralds are the ones that have a deep bluish-green to true green color and no visible inclusions.)

If no grading report is available for a stone you are interested in, the dealer should be able to provide an authenticity document, such as an appraisal or info sheet, that has been signed by an in-house gemologist or professional appraiser. Google those names, too, for extra peace of mind.

Ask for videos and visuals: When transacting with a gem dealer online, you should always request real-time videos and photographs, since professional photos of a stone, usually on a white background, have likely been retouched for optimal presentation.

Read more about how to buy loose gemstones and find your dream gems today on 1stDibs.

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