Loose Emerald

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38.47 Carats Green Tourmaline Loose Emerald Cut Certified

Unavailable

38.47 Carats Green Tourmaline Loose Emerald Cut Certified

Located in Auckland, NZ

loose green tourmaline emerald cut 38.47 carats in weight 24.67 x 15.54 x 11.39 mm in size dark green hue Very good colour quality Appears eye clean 65 % brilliance, 0 % window ,...

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2010s Pakistani Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

8.52 Carat Muzo Vivid Green Loose Emerald Minor Oil

Unavailable

Unavailable

W 0.28 in D 0.18 in L 0.29 in

Teal Sapphire Emerald Cut Natural Heated, Loose Gemstone

Located in South Melbourne, AU

This teal sapphire is available to purchase as a loose sapphire or contact us to enquire regarding custom fine jewellery creation.

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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Sapphire

1.25 Carat Loose Stone Emerald Heart Shape Brazil

Unavailable

1.25 Carat Loose Stone Emerald Heart Shape Brazil

By ALPENGEM

Located in Montreux, VD

Extremely nice color beautiful Emerald 💚 Heart shape. Origin BRAZIL Minor oil enhancement. Stone can contain natural microcracks which is absolutely normal for emeralds. The eme...

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2010s Brazilian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

12.87ct Light Baby Pastel Pink Emerald Cut Kunzite Loose

Unavailable

W 0.6 in D 0.32 in L 0.44 in

12.87ct Light Baby Pastel Pink Emerald Cut Kunzite Loose

By Valentina Fine Jewellery

Located in Sai Kung District, HK

Stunning baby pink emerald cut kunzite entirely eye clean. The kunzite is a hefty 12.87ct, with large measurements of 15.20mm x 11mm x 8.07mm. Stunning baby pink colour. For more ...

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Kunzite

Unavailable

W 0.32 in D 0.19 in L 0.57 in

3.27ct Colombian Green Emerald Pear-Cut Loose Amazing Colour and Glow

By Valentina Fine Jewellery

Located in Sai Kung District, HK

Stunning natural pear-cut Colombian emerald. The emerald has and incredible blueish-green colour and a sensational glow and lustre. The emerald would make a beautiful ring or a ...

Category

2010s Colombian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Unavailable

W 0.2 in D 0.11 in L 0.17 in

0.79ct Pair Emerald Cut Green Emerald from Colombia

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Emerald Number of Stones: 2 Weight: 0.79 cts (0.35 ct/0.43 ct) Measurements: 4.89 x 4.29 x 2.79 mm/5.44 x 4.27 x 2.85 mm Shape: Emerald Cut Cutting Style: Cut...

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2010s Colombian Loose Gemstones

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Materials

Emerald

Certified 3.34 Carat Ceylon Sri Lanka Cushion Natural Blue Sapphire

$4,820

W 0.31 in D 0.2 in L 0.36 in

Certified 3.34 Carat Ceylon Sri Lanka Cushion Natural Blue Sapphire

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

Behold the timeless elegance of a 3.34 carat Ceylon Sri Lanka Natural Blue Sapphire, expertly cut into a mesmerizing cushion shape measuring 7.67 by 8.96 by 4.83 millimeters. Sourced...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Blue Sapphire

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

$924Sale Price / item|20% Off

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Alexandrite 0.24ct deep green to pinkish color change rare gemstone

$800Sale Price|20% Off

Alexandrite 0.24ct deep green to pinkish color change rare gemstone

Located in bangkok, TH

AXA09 Alexandrite 0.24ct deep green to pinkish color change rare gemstone Weight: 0.24ct Size: 4.1*3.4*2.5mm Origine: Srilanka Color Deep Green to pinkish Clarity Eye clean Top...

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Alexandrite

$163

$350

W 0.62 in D 0.44 in L 0.69 in

14.00 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia

Located in Peshawar, PK

Loose Opal Cabochon Weight: 14.00 Carats Dimension: 17.5 x 15.6 x 11 Mm Origin: Ethiopia Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Opal is a mesmerizing gemstone celebra...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

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Loose Emerald For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact loose emerald you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and 14k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 58 vintage editions and 4240 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a loose emerald may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. A loose emerald from Merkaba, Alexander Beverly Hills and Gems and Jewels UK — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A loose emerald can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2089 emerald versions can add an especially stylish touch. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and octagon cut versions for sale. When shopping for a loose emerald, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Loose Emerald?

On average, a loose emerald at 1stDibs sells for $1,082, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $1,500,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.