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20th Century Art Nouveau Glass Vase by W. Kralik - Iridescent, Bohemia ca. 1902
By Wilhelm Kralik Sohn
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
real rare collector´s gem from the renowed company of Wilhelm Kralik & Son in Eleonorenhain/ Bohemia.
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

3.35 Carats Natural Rubellite Tourmaline Loose Gemstone Emerald Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
(making eye-clean gems rare), and its status as an October birthstone and a special gem for the 5th
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline, Other

Larry Poons - Midget Racer, unique Color Field Abstract Geometric drawing Signed
By Larry Poons
Located in New York, NY
few early works on paper like this out there, so this is a rare and poignant gem. Unique, signed
Category

1960s Color-Field Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Mixed Media, Color Pencil

Napoleon III Off White Lacquer Piano Stool, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
wood and upholstered in mustard velvet. A rare decorative gem. This tripod piano stool embodies the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Stools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Napoleon III Black Lacquer Piano Stool, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
and upholstered in mustard velvet. A rare decorative gem. This tripod piano stool embodies the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Stools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

GIA Certified 5.02 carat Old Mine Brilliant diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
fluorescence, this rare cushion-shaped gem combines the charm of a 19th-century cut with the precision of
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

UNWORN Chanel Signature Tweed White and Black Coat "CHANEL" Belt and CC Logo 40
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
A true gem and ultra-rare find! CHANEL Signature monochrome tweed coat Supberbe condition, a CHANEL
Category

Early 2000s French Coats

Napoleon III Mustard Velvet Piano Stool, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
mustard velvet. A rare decorative gem. This tripod piano stool embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Chestnut

GIA Certified 7.01 Carat Round Brilliant Cut IF Clarity Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
grade with a warm and inviting tone. A gem of rare purity, this Internally Flawless diamond offers
Category

2010s Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Natural Colombian Vivid Green Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
symbol of life, harmony & eternal youth since ancient times & quite rare & sought-after nowadays Gem
Category

Vintage 1960s European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18th Century Italian Station of the Cross Mounted on Calcite Crystals in Matrix
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
. 337). This museum-quality form of calcite is incredibly rare and is a collector's gem. The sculptural
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Station of the Cross Mounted on Calcite Crystals in Matrix
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
of calcite is incredibly rare and is a collector's gem. The sculptural work is put together by Jean
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

25 Carat Natural Quality Hot Pink Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut Afghani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
-carat gem is a rare collector’s treasure celebrated for its size, purity, and striking pink brilliance.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Emerald Green Jadeite Jade Necklace, Untreated, 19", 3.7mm beads
Located in Northampton, MA
shade of green -one without any taint of yellow- is exceedingly rare in the gem world and it is this
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

1.00ct Natural Peridot Diamond 3-Stone By-Pass 18K Two-Tone Gold Handmade Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Featuring rare & finest quality natural gems, this exquisite handmade piece of jewellery is
Category

Vintage 1960s Australian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Peridot, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.90 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Pink Spinel Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
purple and pink tones, making it a rare and highly desirable collector’s gem. Expertly shaped in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

1.30 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
across the stone. With excellent clarity and a glowing, even saturation, this spinel stands out as a rare
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

18K Gold and Diamond Tony Malmed Hand-Hammered Zen Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
pieces is crafted from rare, precious, and ethically minded gems set in repurposed gold and silver. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rhodolite Brilliant Ring 750 Rose Gold 1.67 ct 0.25 ct Great Design to combine
Located in Viena, Viena
-changing gemstone, shifting hues based on light exposure. A rare and highly intriguing gem for any
Category

2010s Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Gold Hand Carved Mexican Fire Oral Feu Ring by Tony Malmed
Located in Venice, CA
pieces is crafted from rare, precious, and ethically minded gems set in repurposed gold and silver. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Platinum Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
1.21 carats, boasting Internally Flawless clarity — a truly rare and captivating gem that radiates
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k...

GRS Certified 9 Carat Blue Sapphire Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
dimensions are 13.10 x 9.55 x 7.56 mm, and it has no indication of thermal treatment, making it a rare and
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

31.90 Carat Natural Loose Bi Color Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
, pendant, or luxury collector’s piece. A rare and eye-catching gem, perfect for those who appreciate unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Chanel Collectors CC Logo Vintage Puffer Jacket 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL Collector’s Multi-Logo Puffer Jacket
~ Rare Connoisseur’s Gem from the 2000s Era of Karl
Category

2010s Jackets

Doris Leslie Blau 1920s English Needlepoint Rug with Floral Medallion Design
Located in New York, NY
. Whether appreciated for its decorative appeal or its historical significance, this rug is a rare and
Category

Early 20th Century English Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Natural Vivid Orange Hessonite Garnet 3.52 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstones Set
Located in Peshawar, PK
a collector or a jewelry designer, these vibrant gems provide a rare opportunity to own a piece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Hessonite

Vintage Bi-color Tourmaline Diamond Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Estate Watermelon
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
complete harmony! Stunning! The stone is virtually flawless. Very rare stone! Adorning this fantastic gem
Category

20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire Stone 4.05 cts in 14KWG Ring w Dia / GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, absolutely stunning as well as rare. This purplish pink sapphire gem is a treat for the eyes, but perhaps
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Natural Vivid Orange Hessonite Garnet 5.34 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
hallmark of authentic Hessonite. Whether you are a collector or a jewelry designer, these vibrant gems
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet, Hessonite

ALGT Certified 2.08 Carat Lagoon Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Gold ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
. The discovery of large examples of these highly sought-after gems is rare. They are delightful
Category

2010s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 6 Carat Cushion-Cut Zambian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
of rare colored gems and high jewelry.
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

17.60 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
durability and elegance ideal for statement rings, pendants, or luxury collections. This 17.60-carat gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

GIA Certified 5.34 Carat Madagascar Pink Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, absolutely stunning as well as rare. This pink sapphire gem is a treat for the eyes, but perhaps it's even
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Natural Bicolor Tourmaline 3.33 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
designing for understated luxury or bold artistic expression, these rare Afghan gems promise to be the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Burma Pink Spinel 10.53ct Diamond Baguette Cluster Statement Ring in 18K White
Located in Great Neck, NY
carefully selected for vivid saturation, lively brilliance, and impressive individual size. These gems
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Spinel, Pink Sapphire, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold,...

IGI Certified 1.85ct No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
of IGI-certified pink sapphires from the world-renowned mines of Sri Lanka. What makes these gems
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-16th-Century Romagnola School The Adoration Of The Magi, Nativity
Located in Cheltenham, GB
rare little gem to treasure. Held in a late 19th-century Italian carved and gilded frame with broad
Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

1.55 Carat Natural Loose Orange Spessartite Garnet Asscher Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
energy, passion, and vitality. Expertly crafted in a rare Asscher cut, the gem features mesmerizing step
Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Garnet

Ring made of 950 platinum with diamonds and certificate
Located in Berlin, DE
colorless—and the highest clarity grade Flawless (FL), making it an extremely rare and valuable gem. Its
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10.05 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
calmness, making it a meaningful choice for both collectors and jewelry lovers. This rare large-size gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

26.10 Carat Natural Loose Greenish Blue Tourmaline Hexagonal Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
centerpiece gem. This rare large-size tourmaline embodies elegance, rarity, and timeless charm. remarkable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

18K White Gold 5.90 cts Rubellite and Diamond Ring – Art Deco Style (circa 1990)
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
shades of pink and raspberry. The gem features a rare surface faceting, composed of multiple small
Category

1990s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Teardrop Slipper Chairs in White Velvet
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
designer’s signature blend of sculptural elegance and modern restraint. These rare mid-century gems feature
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Maple

1.60 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Pink Spinel Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
sparkle, spinel is often prized as a rare alternative to sapphire. This gem features excellent clarity and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

1.60 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Pink Burmese Spinel Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
, this 1.60-carat spinel is a rare find a true gem for connoisseurs seeking quality and beauty in one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings in Platinum Certified by Gübelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
natural, untreated blue sapphires of exceptional clarity and vivid color. Certified by the Gübelin Gem Lab
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Belle Époque Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

14KT yellow gold Diamond Emerald hoop earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
and very rare to find! All gems and diamonds totaling 3 carats, made in 14KT gold. WHAT YOU GET AT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

18KT Diamond Emerald drop earrings two tone gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
and very rare to find! All gems and diamonds totaling 3 carats, made in 14KT gold. WHAT YOU GET AT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Pair of Silver Louis XIV Wall Lights made of Wood From a Hunting Lodge
Located in Hannover, DE
This pair of wall lamps is a real gem! It's so rare to find these in such an early style. The lamps
Category

Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver Leaf, Metal

Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire Gemstone 1.60 carats with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fall in love with a Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire, a gem of rare beauty and authenticity. Weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Pink Sapphire

Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880
Located in Lisse, NL
someone in your life then this rare and all handcrafted gem could be perfect. An exceptional late 19th
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Dutch Colonial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Leaf

GIA Certified 4.00 Carat Pear Cut D Color IF Clarity Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
natural brilliance. A gem of rare purity, this Internally Flawless diamond offers exceptional internal
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

11.59 Carat Cushion Cut Petalite
Located in New York, NY
, Brazil, this rare collector’s gem radiates a gentle champagne hue with remarkable clarity. Expertly cut
Category

2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Other

14K White Gold GIA 1.07 Ct Paraiba Tourmaline 0.70 TCW Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
certified Paraiba tourmaline weighing 1.07 carats. The rare neon-blue gem is surrounded by 0.70 total carats
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Sardinian Coral Jade Onyx 18 Carat White Gold Drop Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
jewelers, combining the luxury of precious metals with the dramatic contrast of rare natural gems. These
Category

1990s Italian Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Blue Spinal 4.00 Carat Form Tanzania
Located in บางรัก, TH
luxury designs that call for exclusivity. 📈 Rare. Respected. Rising in Value. Gem-quality blue spinel
Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

GIA Certified Natural Blue Spinal 3.50 Carat Form Tanzania
Located in บางรัก, TH
luxury designs that call for exclusivity. 📈 Rare. Respected. Rising in Value. Gem-quality blue spinel
Category

2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Spinel

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Rare Gem For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rare gem you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. You can easily find a 14 antique edition and 25 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect rare gem among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A rare gem from Fine Jewels UK, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Tiffany Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A rare gem of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Sapphire, from our inventory of 16, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes pear cut and cushion cut alternatives. Finding a rare gem for sale for women should be easy, but there are 24 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Rare Gem?

On average, a rare gem at 1stDibs sells for $2,880, while they’re typically $311 on the low end and $795,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Rare Gem
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the cobalt spinel gem is extremely rare and is one of the most desirable gems in the industry. It is found in a single mine in Vietnam and is one of the few gems that occur naturally. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.