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Loose Gemstones For Sale
2.42 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.99 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.06 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.09 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.91 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
3.96 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.44 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.11 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.64 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.85 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.51 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.44 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
3.14 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.49 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
3.49 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.77 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.74 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.62 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.42 Ct Blue Sapphire Asscher 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.57 Ct Blue Sapphire Asscher 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
2.24 Ct Blue Sapphire Asscher 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.01 Ct Blue Sapphire Asscher 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
3.10 Carat Natural Loose Light Peach Tourmaline Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Light Peach Tourmaline
Weight: 3.10 Carat
Dimension: 8.5 x 7.0 x 6.4 Mm
Colour: Light Peach
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Shape: Emerald
Tourmaline is a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
1.08 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.32 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.29 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.27 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.24 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.22 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.03 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Blue Sapphire
1.00 Ct Pink Sapphire Oval 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire
1.02 Ct Pink Sapphire Oval 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire
1.18 Ct Pink Sapphire Oval 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire
1.16 Ct Pink Sapphire Oval 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire
1.71 Ct Pink Sapphire Round 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire
1.73 Ct Pink Sapphire Round 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...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Pink Sapphire
34.19ct Amethyst Pear Shape
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Amethyst
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 34.19 cts
Measurements: 29.42x19.39x10.26 mm
Shape: Pear Shape
Cutting Style Crown: Modified Brilliant
Cutting Style Pavi...
Category
2010s Bolivian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
Total 2.69ct Grey spinel pair (top quality) precision cut spinels
Located in Singapore, SG
Kindly note that the stated price for this item is fixed and non-negotiable. We appreciate your understanding and respect for our pricing decision.
Grey Spinel: A New Trend in Color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
15.05 Carat Natural Faceted Loose Yellow Citrine Emerald Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 15.05 carat
Dimensions 19.1x12.1x8.8mm
Treatment None
Origin Brazil
Clarity VVS
Shape Octagon
Cut Emerald
NA
Experience the brilliance of this 15.05 carat natural yellow c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Citrine
3.07 Carat Cobalt Blue Mahenge Spinel Oval Cut Loose Gemstone with Bellerophon
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, collector level cobalt blue spinel from Mahenge, Tanzania, offered loose and unmounted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Weighing 3.07 carat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
65.45 Carat Spectacular Natural Loose Amethyst Cushion Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Stone: Amethyst
Weight : 65.45 Carats
Dimension: 26 x 19 x 18.5 Mm
Origin: Brazil
Shape: Cushion
Color: Purple
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Amethyst, a stunning ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
1.95 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Custom Precision Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.95 carat
Dimensions 9.5x6.4x5.5mm
Treatment None
Origin Brazil
Clarity Loup Clean
Shape Cut Cushion Precision
This 1.95 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst from Br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
2.50 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 2.50 Carats
Dimension: 9 x 6.7 x 5.9 Mm
Shape: Oval
Cut: Princess
Color: Purple
Certificate: On Demand
.
Hardness. Tanzanite is a slightly soft stone wh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
7.10 Carats Natural Loose Chinoise Green Tourmaline Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Light Green Tourmaline
Weight: 7.10 Carat
Dimension: 11.1 x 10.2 x 8.6 Mm
Colour: Light Green
Origin: Africa
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Shape: Cushion
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
GIA Certified 0.62 Carat Fancy Brownish Orangy Pink Oval natural Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Offered is a rare GIA certified natural colored diamond weighing 0.62 carats, beautifully cut as Oval modified brilliant cut. This elegant gemstone displays a captivating Fancy Brown...
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
5.45 Carat Natural Loose Bi Colour Tourmaline Long Emerald Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Bi Colour Tourmaline
Weight: 5.45 Carat
Dimension: 15.3 x 6.3 x 6 Mm
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Shape: Emerald
Colour: Hot Pink And Mint Green
Tourma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
GIA Certified 1.27 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Oval Brilliant natural Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Offered is a rare GIA certified natural colored diamond weighing 1.27 carats, beautifully cut in an elegant oval brilliant cut. This exceptional gemstone exhibits a highly coveted Fa...
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Yellow Diamond
2.50 Carat Natural Loose Imperial Topaz Emerald Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Imperial Topaz
Weight: 2.50 Carats
Dimension: 9 x 6.5 x 4.8 Mm
Origin: Shamozai Mine Katlang, Pakistan
Shape: Emerald
Color; Imperial Golden
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Imperial Topaz
0.90 Carat Natural Loose Golden Tourmaline Octagon Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Golden Tourmaline
Weight: 0.90 Carats
Dimension: 6.1 x 6.1 x 4.1 Mm
Colour: Golden
Origin: Afghanistan
Certificate: On Demand
Treatment: Non
Tourmaline is a captivating g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$160 Sale Price
36% Off
7.48 Carat GRS Certified Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Pair
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This extraordinary pair of Colombian emeralds, certified by GRS (GemResearch Swisslab), embodies the pinnacle of natural beauty and craftsmanship. Weighing a total of 7.48 carats, th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Natural Color Change Garnet Gemstone 2.45 carats with GIA Report / JupiterGem
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
9.20 Carat Natural Loose Aquamarine Square Shape Gem For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Aquamarine
Weight: 9.20 Carat
Dimension: 12.2 x 12.1 x 10.4 Mm
Colour : Pale Blue
Origin: Shigar Valley, Pakistan
Treatment: Non
Certificate : On Demand
Shape: Square
Aquamar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
7.45 Carat Stunning Faceted Maroon Pink Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Maroon Pink Tourmaline
Weight: 7.45 Carats
Dimension: 12.9 x 10.1 x 7.4 Mm
Origin: Afghanistan
Certificate: On Demand
Shape: Cushion
Tourmaline is a captivating gemstone kn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Shade Tourmaline Cushion Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Lagoon Shade Tourmaline
Weight: 1.65 Carat
Dimension: 7.9 x 5.8 x 4.5 Mm
Colour: Lagoon
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Shape: Cushion
Tourmaline is a capt...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Magnificent 1pc Ideal Cut Natural Diamond w/1.32 ct - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Magnificent 1pc Ideal Cut Natural Diamond w/1.32 ct - GIA Certified
Featuring a magnificent 1.32 carat pear shaped ideal cut diamond. This ideal cut diamond, comes with a GIA certif...
Category
2010s Israeli Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond
7.65 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone Asscher Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.65 carat
Dimensions 11.8x11.8x8.9mm
Treatment None
Origin Brazil
Clarity Eye Clean
Shape Cut Asscher
This beautiful 7.65 Carat Natural Purple Amethyst showcases a ri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Amethyst
6.60 Carat Verde Vivace Luminous Charm Bright Green Tourmaline Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Green Tourmaline
Weight: 6.60 Carat
Dimension: 16.6x7.1x6.3 Mm
Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Shape: Emerald
Color: Bright Green
Quality: SI / Eye Clean
Certificate: On Demand
Heated/Treatment: None
.
Bright green tourmaline...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline
$1,040 Sale Price
20% Off
GIA Certified 131.22 Carat Rose Shaped Hand Carved Natural Coral Ornament
Located in Stamford, CT
Masterfully carved 131.00ct blooming rose coral. Natural, undyed orangy pink high luster color. It measures 47.66 x 31.34 x 25.92 mm. Unlike may gems, Coral is organic and slow growi...
Category
Late 20th Century Loose Gemstones
Materials
Coral
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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