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Loose Gemstones For Sale
An Ethically Sourced 7.88 carats Pear Shaped Zambian Emerald
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
A pear-shaped Zambian emerald is a teardrop-cut gemstone known for its vivid, deep green color with potential blue hints, offering elegance and distinctive sparkle, often set in ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

GIA Certified 7.00 Carats Natural Diamond
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A rare big GIA certified Natural Diamond , in perfect cushion cut , of 7,00 carats, I color VS2 clarity, very sparkly, bright, a very exceptional piece . Complete with GIA certificat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

0.81 Ct Pink Sapphire Radiant Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural Pink sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its rich color saturation and precise cutting, it is the perfect centerpiece for an engagement ring or luxury jewe...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire

1.10 Ct Yellow Sapphire Radiant Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural yellow sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its rich color saturation and precise cutting, it is the perfect centerpiece for an engagement ring or luxury je...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Sapphire

2.10 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Emerald Cut Malawi Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bright Red Garnet Loose Gemstone From Malawi, Available For Sale at Wholesale Price Natural High Quality 2.10 Carats Unheated Garnet Gemstone From Mal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Garnet

1.60 Carat Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Mint Green Tourmaline Weight: 1.60 Carat Dimension: 8.2 x 5.2 x 4.2 Mm Colour: Mint Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion Tourmaline is a ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

Natural Vivid Orange Spessartite Garnet 5.03 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Orange Natural Spessartite / Spessartine / Mandarin Garnet– Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Fine Jewelry, Statement Ring or Elegant Pendant Design 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Spessartite Ga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Mandarin Garnet

Red Spessartite / Mandarin Garnet 4 Carat Pear Cut Natural Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Red Spessartite Mandarin Garnet Pear Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Engagement Ring, Pendant, Custom Jewelry, Birthstone, Collector Stone. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Spessartite / Spes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Mandarin Garnet

3.09 Ct Pink Sapphire Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting pink color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires ...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire

1.88 Ct Blue Sapphire Heart Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting blue color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires ...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

1.50 Carat Natural Loose Baby Pink Spinel Heart Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Baby Pink Spinel Weight : 1.50 Carat Dimension : 6.9 x 7.8 x 3.9 Mm Colour : Baby pink Treatment: Non Origin: Tanzania Shape : Heart Certificate: On Demand Spinel is a ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Spinel

0.96 Ct Green Sapphire Princess Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural Green sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its rich color saturation and precise cutting, it is the perfect centerpiece for an engagement ring or luxury jew...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Green Sapphire

6.50 Carat Natural Loose Tourmaline Set Multi Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Set Weight: 6.50 Carats Size: 1.45 to 1.80 Carat Colour: Multi Colour Origin: Afghanistan Certificate: On Demand Treatment: Non Tourmaline is a captivating gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

6.45 Carat Natural Loose Brown Orange Smoky Hessonite Garnet Long Cushion
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Hessonite Garnet Weight : 6.45 Carats Dimensions : 13.6x10x5.6mMm Origin : Africa Clarity : Smoky / Cloudy Shape: Long Cushion Color: Brownish Orange Certificate: On Demand Birthstone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Hessonite

0.97 Ct Blue Sapphire Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting blue color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires ...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

5.53 Ct Ural Russia Demantoid Vivid Green The Biggest One at High Quality
Located in bangkok, TH
5.53 Ct Ural Russia Demantoid Vivid Green The Biggest One at High Quality GEM DESCRIPTION Species: Natural Garnet Variety: Natural Demantoid Weight: 5.53ct Shap : Round Clari...
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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Garnet

17.68 Carat Bicolor Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone Merkaba Beverly Hills
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional 17.68 carat bicolor tourmaline in a refined emerald cut, offered loose for collectors and bespoke fine jewelry design. This rare gemstone displays a captivating natura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

7.47ct Emerald Cut Orangy Pink Green Bi-Colour Tourmaline
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Bi-Colour Tourmaline Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 7.47 cts Measurements: 12.32 x 9.38 x 6.86 mm Shape: Emerald Cut Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut Cutting Style ...
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2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

6.96 Ct GIT AIG Two certificate Natural Unheated Tanzanite Metallic purple Color
Located in bangkok, TH
TZA154 6.96 Ct Zoisite Unheated tanzanite GIT AIG Two certificate perfect cutting loop clean GIT,AIG Two Certificate Natural Tanzanite Zoisite Unheated perfect cutting loop clean ...
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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Tanzanite, Ziosite

Natural Vivid Orange Spessartite Garnet 7.41 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Orange Natural Spessartite / Spessartine / Mandarin Garnet– Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Fine Jewelry, Statement Ring or Elegant Pendant Design 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Spessartite Ga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Mandarin Garnet

1.04 Ct Green Sapphire Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting green color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Green Sapphire

1 pc. Shimmering 4.01 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning diamond is sure to turn heads. It features a sparkling 4.01 carat emerald cut diamond with a D color, Flawless clarity, and VG cut grade. The diamond comes with a GIA c...
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2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

1.35 Carat Natural Loose Blue Green Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Blue Green Tourmaline Weight: 1.35 Carat Dimension: 7.7 x 5.9 x 3.9 Mm Colour: Blue Green Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

38.92-Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Collectible Gem by Merkaba Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
38.92-Carat Marquise Ethiopian Opal – A Rare Masterpiece by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Rare Masterpiece of Nature The Ethiopian highlands have gifted the world some of the mos...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

3.55 Carat Natural Loose Peridot Matching Pair
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Peridot Pair Weight: 3.55 Carats Dimension: 6.9 x 6.2 x 5 Mm And 6.9 x 6.3 x 5.2 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Cushion Color: Green Treatment: Non Pakista...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Peridot

CLEARANCE, 2.25 Carat Fancy Dark Green Round Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
2.25 Carat Fancy Dark Green Round Diamond. *Free shipping within the US
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2010s American Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.10 Carat Natural Loose Deep Seafoam Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Deep Seafoam Tourmaline Weight: 2.10 Carat Dimension: 7.7 x 6.6 x 5.4 Mm Colour: Deep Seafoam Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

A Natural Trillion Cut 2.4 Carats Spessartite Garnet
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
This gemstone is a natural Spessartite garnet weighing 2.4 carats, cut in a trillion shape. Trillion cuts are valued for their bold geometry and are less common than traditional cuts...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Loose Gemstones

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Garnet

4.50 Carat Adorable Faceted Aquamarine Goshenite Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Goshenite Weight: 4.50 Carats Dimension: 13.4 x 9.7 x 5.5 Mm Origin: Pakistan Shape: Oval Color: Blue Certficate; On Customer Demand . Goshenite, a captivating and pristine...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Beryl

1.83 Ct Blue Sapphire Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural blue sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its rich color saturation and precise cutting, it is the perfect centerpiece for an engagement ring or luxury jewe...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

17.50 Carat Loose Blue Tourmaline Stone Emerald Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 17.50 carat Dimensions 17.3x13.3x8.8mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Octagon Cut Emerald NA This exquisite 17.50-carat natural Blue Tourmaline, als...
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21st Century and Contemporary African Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

AAA Top Quality 4.00 Carat Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 4.00 Carats Dimension: 9.2 x 9.1 x 5.8 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape: Square Color: Yellow Fire Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Sphene, also known as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Other

2.73 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Marvelous 2.73-Carat Aquamarine Emerald-Cut Loose Gemstone – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents this 2.73-carat Aquamarine emerald-cut loo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold...

6.65 Carat Natural Loose Madeira Citrine Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Madeira Citrine Weight: 6.65 Carats Dimension: 11.6 x 11.1 x 8.2 Mm Origin: Brazil Colour : Orange and Yellow Shape: Cushion Certificate: On Demand Madeira Citrine, a captiv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Citrine

Sparkling 1 pc Natural Diamond with 2.0 ct D IF, IGI Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
1 pcs Diamond - 2.00 ct - Round - D (colourless) - IF (flawless) IGI Natural and ideal cut round brilliant cut diamond in a 2.00 carat weight with D IF grading. This diamond comes w...
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2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

1.02 Ct Ruby Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
An exquisite red color birthstone for July, believed to convey a status of power & wealth. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loose ...
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2010s Malagasy Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

AGL Certified 5.75 Carat Burma No Heat Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Loose Stone
Located in Miami, FL
Loose AGL certified 5.75 carat no heat Burma Blue Sapphire cushion cut with rich blue color and no heat or other treatment. A premium specimen of excellent material. Measuring 11.23 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire

Radiant Kiriko Cut Sapphire 0.93 Carat, Custom Precision Cut
Located in 足立区, JP
This sapphire is cut in Radiant Kiriko Cut™, a proprietary cutting technique developed by Japanese lapidary artist Kei Suzuki. Rooted in Japanese aesthetics, this cut is guided by t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire

Rare untreated ruby oval 9mm certified
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare untreated ruby, heat only, stunning color! NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): NATURAL RUBY Clarity/Color: Slightly Included/Pinkish Red Cut: Rectangular 9X6.5MM Treatment: none pof WHAT Y...
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

Neon Bluish Green Tourmaline 5.55 Ct Cushion Cut Natural Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Extraordinary Step Cushion Cut vivid Bluish Neon Green Natural Tourmaline. Mined in Afghanistan, this rare gemstone weighs 5.55 carats and boasts a mesmerizing luster with impeccabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

1.50 Ct Yellow Sapphire Radiant Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting yellow color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Yellow Sapphire

1.35 Carat Natural Loose Rare Hackmanite Cushion Shape Gemstone For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Hackmanite Weight: 1.35 Carats Dimension: 8.4 x 6.9 x 4.2 Mm Colour: Purple Shape: Cushion Treatment: Non Origin: Afghanistan Hackmanite is a unique and rare variety of the m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Other

AAA Top Quality 6.45 Carat Natural Loose Fire Sphene Titanite Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sphene Weight: 6.45 Carats Dimension: 11.4 x 10.4 x 6.9 Mm Origin: Warsak Pakistan Shape: Cushion Color: Yellow Fire Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Sphene, also known ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Other

3.43 Ct Blue Sapphire Heart Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting blue color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires ...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

1.64 Ct Blue Sapphire Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural Blue sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its rich color saturation and precise cutting, it is the perfect centerpiece for an engagement ring or luxury jewe...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

Natural Tanzanite 8x8mm Faceted Cut AAAA Color Cushion 2.48 cts Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems: Your stop for Natural Loose Gemstones for Jewelry making and Best Quality and affordable Gemstones for the Price you Pay We are Loose Gemstones Manufactu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Tanzanite

Natural Unheated Madagascar Pink Sapphire Gemstone 3.05 carats with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 3.05-carat natural pink sapphire from Madagascar radiates with rich purplish-pink hues, offering both vibrancy and elegance. Expertly crafted in an oval shape with a modified br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire

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 Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.20 Carat Natural Green Blue Tourmaline Cushion Shape Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Blue Tourmaline Weight: 2.20 Carat Dimension: 9.1 x 6.9 x 4.3 Mm Colour: Green Blue Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

7.55 Carat Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine Stone Asscher Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.55 carat Dimensions 11.2x11x9.3mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Asscher This 7.55 Carat Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine is a beautifully refined ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

Natural Rhodolite Garnet – 3.39 ct
Located in Berlin, BE
Natural Rhodolite Garnet – 3.39 ct A high-quality Rhodolite Garnet from the Pyrope-Almandine series, weighing 3.39 ct. This gemstone features an intense color and an elegant cushion...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Rhodolite

11.40 Carat Natural Loose Milky Quartz Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Milky Quartz Lot Weight: 11.40 Carat Sizes: 2.85, 3.90 And 4.55 Carats Origin: Madagascar Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Milky quartz is a common yet fascina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Moonstone

Blader Trillion Cut Amethyst Gemstone: 37.05 Carats, February Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
This exquisite Amethyst gemstone from Brazil showcases the timeless beauty and mystique for which the Quartz family is celebrated. Expertly fashioned into a striking fancy cut, the s...
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2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

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Amethyst

1.16 Ct Pink Sapphire Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
A highly precious September birthstone with a delighting pink color. They are believed to bring good luck & fortune to life. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires ...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Pink Sapphire

Emerald Cut Natural Loose Aquamarine from Shigar Valley Mine March Birthstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Aquamarine Weight : 8.80 Carats Dimensions : 16.5x9.3x7.7 mm Clarity : Eye Clean Origin : Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color: Light Blue Certificate: On Demand Birthstone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Russian Revival Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

8.37ct Oval Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire from Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Star Sapphire Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 8.37 cts Measurements: 10.83 x 10.26 x 7.19 mm Shape: Oval Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cutting Style Pavilion: T...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Star Sapphire

20.84 Carat Natural Reddish Orange Zircon
Located in Hua Hin, TH
20.84 Carat Natural Reddish Orange Zircon Dimension: 14.86 x 14.27x 9.83 mm Weight 20.84 Carat Shape: Antique Cushion Crown: Fancy Pavilion: Step No Heat/Treat LOTUS Certified Re...
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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Zircon

1.97 Ct Blue Sapphire Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural Blue sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its rich color saturation and precise cutting, it is the perfect centerpiece for an engagement ring or luxury jewe...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

Vivid Green Natural Peridot Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone 22.35 Ct Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting- Cushion Cut from Supat Mine, Kohistan Pakistan!! 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Peri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Peridot

3.35 Carat Natural Loose Blue Green Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Blue Green Tourmaline Weight: 3.35 Carat Dimension: 7.9 x 8.3 x 5.9 Mm Colour: Blue Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion Tourmaline is a ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

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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