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Deep Green 5.91 Carat Emerald Cut Muzo Colombian Emerald Gem - May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 5.91-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Deep Green Measurements: 11.61mm x 10.67mm x 8.15mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tr...
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2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.67 Ct Blue Sapphire Oval 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

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

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Blue Sapphire

New 2.59ct Oval Blue Sapphire Loose Gemstone, Sri Lanka, Heat Treated
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

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

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Blue Sapphire

5.89 Ct Blue Sapphire Octagon 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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Blue 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

1.44 Ct Blue Sapphire Oval 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

4.80 Carat Natural Loose Tanga Garnet Pair Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanga Garnet Pair Weight: 4.80 Carat Dimension: 7.5 x 6.3 x 5.1 Mm 7.6 x 6.3 x 5 Mm Origin: Tanga, Tanzania Shape: Cushion Certificate: On Demand Tre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Garnet

2.25 Carat Natural Loose Rhodolite Garnet Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Rhodolite Garnet Weight: 2.25 Carats Dimension: 9.5 x 7.4 x 4 Mm Colour: Red Origin: Africa Treatment: Non Shape : Oval Rhodolite garnet, a gemstone celebrated for its encha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Rhodolite

Bluish Minty Green Tourmaline 7.60 Ct Cushion Cut Natural Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bluish Minty Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry Setting-Cushion Cut!! 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline ⚖️ WEIGHT: 7.60 Car...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

2.56 Ct Blue Sapphire Oval 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

1.25 Ct Blue Sapphire Marquise 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

1.29 Ct Blue Sapphire Oval 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

47.05 Carat Huge Natural Loose Indicolite Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Indicolite Tourmaline Weight: 47.05 Carat Dimension: 36 x 14 x 10 Mm Colour: Blue Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Emerald Tourmaline is a captivati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline, Indicolite

1.04 Ct Blue Sapphire Oval 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

1.45 Carat Natural Loose Green Blue Tourmaline Square Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Blue Tourmaline Weight: 1.45 Carat Dimension: 6.4 x 6.4 x 4.6 Mm Colour: Green Blue Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Tourmaline i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

1.44ct Round Vivid Green Demantoid GIA Certified Russia Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Demantoid The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 5234220812 Shape: Round Cutting Style: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style: Crown: Cutting...
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2010s Russian Loose Gemstones

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Alexandrite

8.76 Ct Blue Sapphire Octagon 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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Blue Sapphire

Exotic 8.20 Carat Emerald Cut Indicolite Tourmaline Loose Gemstone - Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose and unmounted, this rare 8.20 carat emerald cut indicolite tourmaline is a collector level gemstone with a saturated blue green tone that shifts beautifully with the li...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline, Indicolite, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...

4.06 Ct Blue Sapphire Cushion Certified Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
This natural Blue sapphire offers elegance and sophistication. With its graceful color tone, clarity, and natural character, this sapphire is an excellent choice for creating bespoke...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

Natural Purple/Green-Blue Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline / 0.62 carats/GIA Report
Located in Carefree, AZ
This GIA Certified Natural 0.62 Carat Zoned Pinkish Purple and Greenish Blue Modified Brilliant Cut Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline is from the original mine Mina da Batalha in Brazil. ...
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2010s Brazilian Artist Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline, Paraiba

64.92 Carat Rough Black Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This lustrous, large rough black diamond mined in Canada weighs 64.92 carats. Black diamonds owe their opaque color to natural impurities in the crystal lattice and make beautiful co...
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2010s Canadian Loose Gemstones

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Black Diamond

Top Quality Loupe Clean 26.05 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Tourmaline Weight: 26.05 Carat Dimension: 17.2 x 17.2 x 13.4 Mm Colour: Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Octagon Clarity: Loupe Clean Tour...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

9.40 Carat Natural Loose Peridot Pair Emerald Shape Gemstone For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Peridot Pair Weight: 9.40 Carats Dimension: 10 x 8 x 6.7 Mm 10 x 8.1 x 6.5 Mm Origin: Supat Valley, Pakistan Shape: Emerald Color: Green Treatment: Non Pakistan peridot is a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Peridot, Other

Lustrous Sphene Fancy Cushion Gemstone: Yellow-Green Titanite 6.14 CTs
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color : Multi Color Shape : Cushion Clarity : Loupe Clean Treatment : Natural Origin : Africa Hardness : 5-5.5 Family : Titanite This stunning **Sphene gemstone**, also known as **...
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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Other

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

HRD Certified 1.01ct Princess-Cut Natural Diamond
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The HRD Certified 1.01ct Princess-Cut Diamond is a stunning gemstone of exceptional quality and brilliance. Certified by the prestigious HRD (Hoge Raad voor Diamant) institute, this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

2.90 Carat Natural Loose Pink Shade Mint Green Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Shade Mint Green Tourmaline Weight: 2.90 Carat Dimension: 8 x 7 x 6.5 Mm Colour: Pink Shade Mint Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Cushion ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

Natural Alexandrite Pair Green to Orange pink 0.67 Ct eye clean quality
Located in bangkok, TH
AXC12 Natural Alexandrite Pair Green to orange pink eye clean quality Name Stone : Alexandrite Weight : 0.67ct pair Color: green color ( change to orange pink ) Clarity: nearly eye...
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2010s Loose Gemstones

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Alexandrite

1.75 Carat Natural Loose Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Tourmaline Weight: 1.75 Carat Dimension: 8.6 x 5.6 x 4.2 Mm Colour: Green Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Shape: Emerald Tourmaline is a captivating ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

1.85 Carats Loose Silky Purple Spinel Natural Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Spinel Weight: 1.85 Carats Dimension: 7.7 x 5.9 x 4.5 Mm Shape: Cushion Colour: Silky Purple Origin: Tanzania Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand . In metaphysical and crys...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Spinel, Other

12.70 Carats Natural Loose Ametrine Baguette Shape
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Ametrine Weight: 12.70 Carats Dimension: 15.8 x 11 x 9.2 Mm Shape: Baguette Colour: Purple and Yellow Origin: Bolivia Certificate: On Demand . Ametrine, a blend of amethyst a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Amethyst, Citrine, Other

1.52 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

Loose Silky Purple Spinel 1.90 Carats Pear Shape Natural Gemstone
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Spinel Weight: 1.90 Carats Dimension: 8.7 x 6.6 x 4.8 Mm Shape: Pear Colour: Silky Purple Origin: Tanzania Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand . In metaphysical and crystal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Spinel, Other

Elegant Pink Tourmaline Ring Gem 9.90 Carat Round Precision Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Rubellite Tourmaline Weight : 9.90 Carats Dimensions : 14.6x14.6x9 Mm Origin : Afghanistan Clarity : Loupe Clean Shape: Round Color: Pink Certificate: On Demand Pin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

2.20 Carat Natural Loose Pink Spinel Oval Shape Tanzanian’s Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Spinel Weight : 2.20 Carat Dimension : 8.9 x 6.5 x 4.6 Mm Colour : Pink Treatment: Non Origin: Tanzania Shape : Oval Certificate: On Demand Spinel is a captivating gem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Spinel

4.67 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 Sa...
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2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

1.80 Carat Natural Loose Spinel Oval Shape Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Spinel Weight: 1.80 Carat Dimension: 8.9 x 6.6 x 4 Mm Colour: Purple Origin: Tanzania Treatment: None Certificate: On Customer Demand Spinel is a captivating gemstone pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Spinel, Other

Natural Green Brazilian Emerald Stone 2.12 carats with GIA Report / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Behold this perfectly round 2.12 carats Brazilian Emerald, a gem that truly shines with its brilliant allure. Its modified brilliant cut and flawless clarity make it a heart-winning ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.95-Carat Antique Emerald-Cut Fancy Deep Brown-Orange Diamond (GIA Certified)
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This exquisite 1.95-carat antique emerald-cut diamond is a rare treasure of extraordinary depth and allure. Certified by the GIA as Fancy Deep Brown-Orange with SI1 clarity, it radia...
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20th Century Israeli Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, Emerald

22.20 Carat Natural Loose Golden Topaz Huge Cushion Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Topaz Weight: 22.20 Carats Dimension: 16.3 x 14.9 x 11.1 Mm Origin: Skardu, Pakistan Shape: Cushion Color: Golden Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Golden Topaz is a radi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Topaz

4.04 Ct Blue Sapphire Cushion 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 Unheated Blue Sapphire Gemstone 2.08 carats with GIA Report / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the timeless elegance of a natural, unheated blue sapphire, certified by the GIA. This 2.08-carat gemstone offers a deep blue color and exceptional clarity, making it a rare...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones

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Blue Sapphire

GIA Certified 12.57 Carat Demantoid Garnet
Located in New York, NY
This tremendous over 12.50 carat green-brown round cut garnet var. demantoid from Madagascar displays a few horsetail inclusions. Commonly found in this rare species of garnet, the i...
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2010s Malagasy Loose Gemstones

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Garnet

Huge 38.55 Carat Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Stone: Amethyst Weight : 38.55 Carats Dimension: 21 x 19.9 x 14.1 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Cushion Color: Purple Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Amethyst, a stunnin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Amethyst

2.45 Carat Natural Loose Pink Spinel Bat Shape Gemstone From Tanzania
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Pink Spinel Weight: 2.45 Carat Dimension: 7.4 x 9.8 x 5.3 Mm Colour: Pink Origin: Tanzania Shape: Bat Shaped Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Pink spinel is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Spinel

Rare Lagoon Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, 7.65 Ct-Cushion Cut Afghani
Located in Peshawar, PK
Introducing our exquisite Lagoon Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone, a rare find of top-tier quality. Meticulously cut and polished in a captivating cushion cut design, this gem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

AIG Certified 2.73 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Sapphire Weight: 2.73 Carats Sizes: 8.28 x 7.17 x 5.07 Mm Origin: Madagascar, Africa Shape: Oval Colour: Greenish Blue Treatment: Non Certificate: AIG Certificate Available S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Sapphire, Other

4.05 carats Mint Green Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.05 carat Dimensions 9.9x8.1x6.6mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cushion Cut Fancy Cushion NA Buy 4.05 Carat Cushion Cut Mint Green Tourmaline — Natural A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

6.50 Carats Natural Loose Kunzite Asscher Cut
Located in Brisbane, AU
Loose Kunzite Weight: 6.50 Carats Dimension: 10.5 x 10.5 x 8 Mm Shape: Square Origin: Afghanistan Treatment: None Certificate: On Demand . Kunzite benefits center on emotional heal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Kunzite, Other

11.20 Carat Natural Loose Swiss Blue Topaz Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Swiss Blue Topaz Weight: 11.20 Carats Dimensions: 12.5 x 10.7 x 9.2 Mm Origin: Brazil Shape: Cushion Color: Blue Certificate: On Demand Benefits Of Wearing Swiss Blue Topaz ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Blue Topaz, Other

2.01 Carat Pear Brilliant Gia Certified Fancy Grayish Greenish Yellow I1 Clarity
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION ID #: NYC56773 Stone Shape: PEAR MODIFIED BRILLIANT Diamond Weight: 2.01ct Clarity: I1 Color: Fancy Grayish Greenish Yellow Cut: Excellent Measurements: 9.89 x 7.97 ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

2.60 Carats Natural Loose Green Tourmaline With Lagoon Shade Emerald Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Tourmaline Weight: 2.60 Carats Dimension: 10.1x6.3x5 Mm Origin: Kunar Afghanistan Shape: Emerald Color: Green With Lagoon Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand Tourm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

1.97 Ct Blue Sapphire Oval 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

Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 5.00ct Oval Diamond I VVS1
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning loose oval 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 Los...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, White Diamond

25 Carat Natural Quality Hot Pink Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut Afghani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 25.00 carat Dimensions 17.3x16.2x13.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 25 Carat Natural Quality Hot Pink Tourmaline dazzles wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

18.90 Carats Natural Loose Ametrine Cushion Shape Bolivianite Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Ametrine Weight: 18.90 Carats Dimension: 15.8 x 14.8 x 11.8 Mm Colour: Purple and Yellow Shape: Cushion Origin: Bolivia Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Ametrine ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Quartz

SAMPLE SALE GIA 1.66 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Brown Yellow Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Diamond Overview: This stunning 1.66 carat radiant cut loose diamond offers a unique combination of earthy beauty and brilliance. With a fancy brown-yellow color grade, this diamond...
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2010s American Loose Gemstones

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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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