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Gemstone: Emerald
2.70 Carat Dark Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut Teardrop May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.70-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good-Good Color: Dark Green Measurements: 11.86mm x 8.34mm x 5.24mm Geographic Origin: Colombia T...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.85 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone Oval Cut Gemstone From Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.85 carat Dimensions 7.1x5.6x4.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval The 0.85 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone is a timeless beauty, sourced fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Green Emerald Cut Gemstone 2.99 cts.
Located in New York, NY
Green Emerald Cut Gemstone 2.99 cts. • Carat Weight: 2.99 cts. • Measurement: 9.35 x 8.47 x 5.23 mm • Color: Green • Shape: Rectangle • Cutting Style: Emerald • Origin: Zambia • No ...
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2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.73ct Octagonal/Emerald Green Emerald GIA Certified Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6237190399 Shape: Octagonal Cutting Style: Step Cut Cutting Style: Crown: Cutting St...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.88 Carat GIA Certified 11x8 AAA+ MUZO Green Oval Colombian Emerald Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.88-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Vivid Green Measurements: 10.93mm x 7.86mm x 6.60mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treat...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.63 Ct Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

6.96tcw Matching Green Colombian Emeralds 9.5x8mm Emerald Cut Genuine Pair
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Total Weight: 6.96-tcw Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Bluish Green Measurements: 9.50mm x 8.03mm x 6.53mm // 9.48mm x 8.01mm x...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.41 Ct Emerald Round 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.94 Ct Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.01 Ct Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Experience the timeless beauty of this natural emerald, featuring a vibrant green hue with natural character. Perfect for custom engagement rings, elegant pendants, or heirloom-quali...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.85ct Hexagonal Cabochon Green Emerald GIA Certified Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6237190396 Shape: Hexagonal Cutting Style: Cabochon Cutting Style: Crown: Cutting St...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.80 Carat Natural Loose Green Emerald Stone Oval Cut Gemstone From Zambia
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.80 Carat Dimensions 9.0x7.0x4.7mm Treatment None Origin Zambia Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This 1.80 Carat Natural Loose Green Emerald originates from the renowned mi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

7.06 Carat 12x9.5 Glowing Bluish Green Colombian Emerald - Emerald Cut Muzo Mine
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 7.06-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent-Very Good Color: Intense Bluish Green Measurements: 11.79mm x 9.53mm x 7.72mm Geographic ...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.85ct Emerald Cut Emerald
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.85 cts Measurements: 9.27x6.66x4.02mm Shape: Octagonal Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut ...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

5.64 Carat Dark Muzo Green Colombian Emerald - Pear Cut May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 5.64-carats Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Dark Green Measurements: 17.57mm x 10.67mm x 5.54mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treat...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.80 Carat 10x9 Glowing Green Loose Colombian Emerald - Emerald Cut May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 3.80-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 10.05mm x 8.89mm x 7.08mm Geographic Origin: Colombia T...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.52ct Intense Green Colombian Emerald Emerald Cut Genuine May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.52-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Vivid Yellowish Green Measurements: 9.39mm x 7.71mm x 5.37mm Geographic Origi...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.92ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire GIA Certified Sri Lanka
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 2231220827 Shape: Octagonal Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut Cutting Style: Cro...
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2010s Sri Lankan Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.57ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Orange Sapphire from Tanzania, Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Sapphire Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.57 cts Measurements: 7.26 x 4.75 x 4.00 mm Shape: Octagonal/Emerald Cut Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut Cutting Style Pa...
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2010s Tanzanian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.29ct Pair Emerald Cut Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 1.29 cts (0.61 ct/0.68 ct) Measurements: 7.24 x 4.26 x 2.85 mm/7.41 x 4.25 x 2.83 mm Shape: Emerald Cut Cutting Style: Cut...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.17 Ct Emerald Round 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.47 Carat Pear Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6204784743 Shape: Pear Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut Cutting Style: Crown: N...
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2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.07ct Oval Cabochon Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.07 cts Measurements: 7.23 x 5.78 x 3.62 mm Shape: Oval Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cabochon Cutting Style Pavilion: Ca...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

5.03 ct Cushion Emerald GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 2205893202 Shape: Cushion Cutting Style: Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.74 Ct Emerald Octagon 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.43ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Two (2) Emeralds GIA Certified Colombia (F2)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Two (2) Emeralds The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6234154849 Shape: Octagonal Cutting Style: Step Cut Cutting Style: Crown: C...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.06 carats GIA Certified Swat Green Emerald - Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone
Located in PARIS, FR
Weighing 4.06 carats, this emerald is cut into a rare hexagonal step-cut outline—an uncommon shape that maximizes its expansive table and lends a modern architectural flair. Its vivi...
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2010s Pakistani Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

8.29 Carat 14x12 Deep Green Colombian Emerald - Oval Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 8.29-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bright Deep Green Measurements: 14.38mm x 12.13mm x 9.29mm Geographic Origin: Co...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.40 Carat Natural Loose Green Emerald Stone Emerald Cut From Swat Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.40 carat Dimensions 9.1x5.9x3.4mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald This exquisite 1.40 Carat Natural Green Emerald showcases a vivid, fres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.72 Ct Emerald Pear 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.02ct Pear Shape Green Emerald from Zambia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.02 cts Measurements: 9.70 x 6.01 x 2.71 mm Shape: Pear Shape Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: ...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

4.63ct Colombian Emerald 11.8x8.6mm Spring Green Classic Cut, May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 4.63-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 11.80mm x 8.62mm x 6.19mm Geographic Origin: Colom...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.69ct Pair Square Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 0.69 cts (0.34 ct/0.35 ct) Measurements: 4.22 x 4.16 x 3.21 mm/4.11 x 4.13 x 3.34 mm Shape: Square Cutting Style: Cutting ...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.10 Ct Emerald Octagon 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.87ct Seafoam Green Colombian Emerald 9x8mm Emerald Cut Light Green Genuine Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.87-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Light Green Measurements: 9.0mm x 7.63mm x 6.19mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Trea...
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2010s Colombian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.73 Ct Emerald Octagon 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

5.40 Carat Natural Loose Bi Color Ametrine Stone Emerald Cut Bolivian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.40 carat Dimensions 12.5x8.9x7.1mm Treatment None Origin Bolivian Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 5.40 Carat Natural Loose Bi-Color Ametrine is a stunning gem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bolivian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.3ct Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.3 cts Measurements: 10.90 x 7.08 x 3.41 mm Shape: Pear Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Modifi...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.20ct Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.2 cts Measurements: 7.74 x 6.40 x 4.60 mm Shape: Oval Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Modifie...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.63 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

ALGT Certified 1.51 Carat Natural Zambia Emerald Stone Pear Mixed Cut
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
These stones are also known for their excellent clarity, with many exhibiting minimal inclusions or flaws. Additionally, Zambian emeralds are often more affordable than their Colombi...
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2010s African Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.50 Ct Emerald Octagon 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.16ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Pastel Pink Sapphire GIA Certified Madagascar Unhea
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 2211402063 Shape: Octagonal Cutting Style: Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutt...
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2010s Malagasy Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald, Pink Sapphire

1.30 Ct Emerald Round 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

14.13 Carat 16.5x13 Medium Green Zambian Emerald - Emerald Cut May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 14.13-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 16.49mm x 12.87mm x 8.26mm Geographic Origin: Zambia T...
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2010s Zambian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.47 ct Pear Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6204784743 Shape: Pear Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut Cutting Style: Crown: N/A ...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.55ct Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.55 cts Measurements: 9.56 x 6.82 x 4.71 mm Shape: Pear Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Modifi...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.96ct Pear Cabochon Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.96 cts Measurements: 10.70 x 7.45 x 3.98 mm Shape: Pear Cabochon Cutting Style Crown: Cabochon Cutting Style Pavilion: C...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.06ct Shield Emerald GIA Certified Ethiopian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 2211057444 Shape: Modified Shield Mixed Cut Cutting Style: Cutting Style: Crown: ...
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2010s Ethiopian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.62 Ct Emerald Round 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.8ct Pear Green Emerald from Zambia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.8 cts Measurements: 11.11x6.46x4.41mm Shape: Pear Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut ...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.01ct Marquise Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.01 cts Measurements: 9.27 x 5.25 x 4.40 mm Shape: Marquise Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: S...
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2010s Unknown Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.68 Carat Marquise Emerald GIA Certified Colombian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 2203784761 Shape: Marquise Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut Cutting Style: Crown: ...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.03ct Pair Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 1.03 cts (0.45 ct/0.58 ct) Measurements: 6.77 x 5.12 x 2.45 mm/6.87 x 5.18 x 3.44 mm Shape: Pear Cutting Style: Cutting St...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

1.24ct Pair Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 1.24 cts (0.60 ct/0.64 ct) Measurements: 6.70 x 4.93 x 3.41 mm/6.80 x 4.86 x 3.73 mm Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Cutting S...
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2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.15 Carat Natural Loose Emerald Stone Emerald Cut Gemstone From Afghanistan
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.15 carat Dimensions 11.4x5.4x4.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald NA This 2.15 carat natural Emerald showcases a lush green hue and classic em...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

0.92 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

3.55 Ct Emerald Octagon 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.59ct Marquise Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6223842726 Shape: Marquise Cutting Style: Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style: Pavilion: Step Cut Transparency: Tra...
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2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

2.50 Ct Emerald Octagon 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 Emerald Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Creating Custom Jewelry? Find Loose Natural Emeralds and Other Loose Gemstones for Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary selection of emeralds and other loose gemstones to help you create your own custom jewelry.

Unless you're a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment, you're probably looking for loose gemstones because 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. 

A piece of custom emerald jewelry, created by you, would certainly make a great gift.

There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle.

Purchased at auction by Tiffany Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set it into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.

No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.”

According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”

Find a collection of emeralds and other loose gemstones today on 1stDibs.