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Honored Contributor
Posts: 33,056
Registered: ‎05-17-2010

@fitfuninformed. The best place to purchase loose stones is at a gem show. Google to see when & where they will be in your area. If purchasing small stones (tiny for accent stones in jewelry), you can check Rio Catalogue whole from Albuquerque NM...where I purchase my small stones & gemstone beads that I can't find at a show Google for online catalog). 

 

Any gem stone larger than 1/4 Ct. will show visible inclusions if set in ring....necklace or earrings people tend not to get that close to see flaws. 

 

If necessary, a reputable jeweler may be able to direct you to a local individual who deals w/ gems. I've gone that route, too...especially when looking for something out of the ordinary or over 2 Cts.

 

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Posts: 4,798
Registered: ‎07-24-2013

Intergem is a gem and jewelry  wonderland.  they have a separate area for just gems strung of cords. briolettes and other cuts.  there may be one coming to your area soon.

 

Intergem (usual befores and afters)   the Upcoming Shows are listed right on the front page

Trusted Contributor
Posts: 1,397
Registered: ‎10-06-2010

@Shanus  Thank you for the help.  So many of you here are so very helpful!