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Heart Shaped Loose Tanzanite Set No Reviews 4.80 Carats '1.20 Carat Each'
Located in Bangkok, TH
Clarity 4.80 carats (1.20 carat each) loose tanzanite gemstone from Tanzania.
Product Information
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.26 in D 0.18 in L 0.27 in
Loose Tanzanite - 21.34 carats
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A loose emerald cut vivid blue tanzanite of 21.34cts.
This stone is available to be set into the
Category
20th Century Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Loose Tanzanite Gemstone 3.3 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Loose 3.30-carat tanzanite gemstone.
No grading lab certificate.
The stone is a rectangle cushion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Loose Tanzanite - oval cut - 17.20cts
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A loose oval cut vivid blue tanzanite of 17.20cts
This stone is available to be set into the piece
Category
20th Century Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Loose Tanzanite - Trilliant cut - 11.95cts
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A loose trilliant cut vivid blue tanzanite of 11.95ct
This stone is available to be set into the
Category
20th Century Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Loose Tanzanite - 13.38 carats - emerald cut
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A loose emerald cut vivid blue tanzanite of 13.38ct.
This stone is available to be set into the
Category
20th Century Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Loose Tanzanite - Pear Cut 5.53ct Purple Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Carat(s): 5.53ct
Cut: Pear
Color: Purple
Size: (mm) 13.17 x 9.95 x 6.58
Condition: New
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
3.15 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Oval Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 3.15 Carats
Dimension: 10.6 x 8.7 x 5.1 Mm
Shape: Oval
Color: Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
4.45 Carat Pretty Loose Tanzanite Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite Lot
Weight: 4.45 Carats
Sizes: 0.45 To 0.75 Carats
Shape: Round
Color: Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
5.85 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite Lot
Weight: 5.85 Carats
Sizes: 0.50 To 0.70 Carats
Shape: Round
Color: Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
4.05 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Lot For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite Lot
Weight: 4.05 Carats
Sizes: 0.50 To 0.70 Carat
Shape: Round
Color: Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
4.55 Carat Stunning Loose Tanzanite Water Drop Shape Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 4.55 Carats
Dimension: 11.3 x 11 x 6.3 Mm
Shape: Water Drop
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
5.40 Carat Pretty Loose Tanzanite Emerald Shape Included Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 5.40 Carats
Dimension: 13.2 x 8.3 x 5 Mm
Shape: Emerald
Color: Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
1.15 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Pear Shape Gem For Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 1.15 Carats
Dimension: 9 x 5.2 x 3.7 Mm
Shape: Pear
Color: light Purple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
3.00 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Pair Princess Cut Gemstone For Earrings
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite Pair
Weight: 3.00 Carats
Dimension: 6.9 x 6.8 x 3.7 Mm And
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
1.95 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Square Shape Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 1.95 Carats
Dimension: 8 x 7.9 x 4.5 Mm
Shape: Square
Color: Blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.32 in D 0.18 in L 0.32 in
2.50 Carat Natural Loose Tanzanite Tear/Pear Shape Gemstone for Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 2.50 Carats
Dimension: 12.9x6.8x4.7 Mm
Origin: Tanzania
Color: Purplish
Category
2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
111.55 Carat Tanzanite Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the breathtaking 111.55 carat loose Tanzanite, a rare and extraordinary gemstone of the
Category
2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Loose 30.96ct Tanzanite
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A round brilliant cut Tanzanite, of 30.96ct.
With GSL certificate.
This stone is available to be
Category
Early 2000s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Bespoke Loose Natural Tanzanite 7.68ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Loose Natural Emerald Cut Tanzanite, Deep Violetish Blue colour, weighting 7.68ct. 14.29 x 9.93 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite, White Gold
Tanzanite Oval 10Pcs lot Tanzanite Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry For making
Located in New York, NY
Tanzanite Oval 10Pcs lot Tanzanite Cut loose Gemstone,Tanzanite Faceted Gemstone,Tanzanite 6x4MM
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
7.20 Carat Oval Tanzanite, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Top quality tanzanites like this 7.20 carat oval make it easy to see why this gorgeous gemstone is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
9.91 Carat Tanzanite Emerald Cut, Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Weighing an impressive 9.91 carats, this extraordinarily fine tanzanite is absolutely spectacular. This gem
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
1.50 Carat Oval Loose Unset Tanzanite Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1.50 carat oval tanzanite has beautiful, medium violet-blue color and is such a pretty gem! It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 20.42 Cts AAAA High Quality Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.6 in D 0.36 in L 0.84 in
Natural Tanzanite Faceted Cut AAAA 21.43 Cts Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.59 in D 0.44 in L 0.67 in
Natural Tanzanite AAAA Grade Top Quality Oval Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.6 in D 0.36 in L 0.73 in
Natural Tanzanite 9.24 Cts AAAA High Quality Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.47 in D 0.33 in L 0.58 in
AAAA Top Quality Natural Tanzanite 18.02 Cts Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.52 in D 0.38 in L 0.63 in
AAAA High Quality Natural Tanzanite 17.9 Cts Loose Gemstone Tanzanite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.54 in D 0.39 in L 0.73 in
AAAA Natural Tanzanite Cushion Cut 16.8 Cts Birthstone Tanzanite Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.49 in D 0.4 in L 0.61 in
Natural Tanzanite Emerald Cut 20.06 Cts AAAA Color Tanzanite Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Tanzanite
W 0.49 in D 0.36 in L 0.73 in
5.61 Carat Pear Shaped Tanzanite, Unset Loose Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Have you been dreaming of a tanzanite? It may be time to treat yourself to this vivid pear shaped
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
1.32 Carat Pear-Shaped Loose Unset Tanzanite Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1.32 carat pear-shaped tanzanite is a real beauty! It has classic bluish violet color and a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
3.66 Carat Tanzanite Gemstone, Oval Cut Loose Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shape/Cut: Oval
Color: Purple
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Dimensions (mm): 11.1 x 9.1
Weight: 3.66ct
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Category
20th Century Unknown Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
1.17 Carat Unset Loose Unmounted Cushion Shaped Tanzanite Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This petite tanzanite gemstone is both gorgeous and budget-friendly! With its characteristic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
3.66 Carat Unset Loose Pear Shaped Unmounted Tanzanite Gemstone
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous 3.66 carat pear-shaped tanzanite has rich, deep color, which is seldom seen. It will
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Tanzanite Necklace Ring Gem 8.78 Carat Shield Loose Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graceful 8.78 carat "loupe clean" Tanzanite Shield gem, offered loose to a sophisticated gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite loose gemstone 1.34 ct., Round Cut, Certificate, Tanzania
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Daugavpils, LV
Natural Tanzanite loose gemstone
IGI Certified gemstone
Gemstone Color: purplish-violet
Gemstone
Category
2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.28 in D 0.18 in L 0.28 in
Natural Tanzanite Loose Gemstone 9.39 ct., High Quality, Certificate, Tanzania
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Daugavpils, LV
Natural Tanzanite Loose Gemstone 9.39 ct., High Quality, Certificate, Tanzania !
GFCO Certified
Category
2010s Tanzanian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.44 in D 0.29 in L 0.65 in
Natural Tanzanite 12x10mm AAAA Color Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Tanzanite Earrings Loose Gemstones Square Octagons Custom Jewelry Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Special 3.34 Carat Tanzanite Pair of Square Octagon Loose Gemstones – A Rare Beauty for Custom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.3 in D 0.17 in L 0.3 in
Natural Tanzanite Emerald Faceted Cut Loose AAAA Gemstone Tanaznite Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
AAAA Tanzanite is one of the rarest gemstones in the world. Get this beautiful gem to grace your
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Gorgeous 1.50 Carat Oval Shape Natural Loose Blue Tanzanite Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Tanzanite
Weight: 1.50 Carats
Dimension: 7.2x5.3x4.4 Mm
Shape: Oval
Color: Blue
Treatment
Category
2010s Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite AAAA Emerald Cut 25.47 Cts December Birthstone Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.57 in D 0.44 in L 0.69 in
Natural Tanzanite AAAA Color Oval 20.4 Cts Loose Gemstone December Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.59 in D 0.39 in L 0.77 in
Natural Tanzanite 8x10mm 2.84 Cts Oval AAA Loose Gemstone December Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 12x10mm 4.83 Cts Oval AA Loose Gemstone December Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 10x8mm 3.31 Cts Oval AAAA Loose Gemstone December Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
AAA Oval Natural Tanzanite 7x9mm Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 1.98 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 8x11mm Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 4.24 Cts AAA Oval
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 8x10mm AAA Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 3.14 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 9x11mm AAA Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 3.90 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 9X7mm AA Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 2.74 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 12x10mm AAA Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 4.25 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 10x8mm AAA Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 3.70 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 12x10mm AA Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 5.50 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Natural Tanzanite 12x10mm A Oval Loose Gemstone December Birthstone 4.5 Cts
Located in New York, NY
wide range of loose gemstones which include Tanzanite, Aquamarine, Peach Morganite, Amethyst, Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
Tanzanite Earrings Gemstone Pair Oval Loose Gems - For Custom Earrings - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite “Loupe Clean” Purplish Blue Tanzanite Oval Pair (6.70 ctw): A Magnificent Gift for the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tanzanite
W 0.32 in D 0.24 in L 0.4 in
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Loose Tanzanite For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the loose tanzanite you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 2.5 Carat and 3 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a loose tanzanite has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Merkaba, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Tamir are consistently popular. A cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also emerald cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a loose tanzanite, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Loose Tanzanite?
Prices for a loose tanzanite can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,175 and can go as high as $48,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,200.
Finding the Right Loose Gemstones for You
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.