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Gemstones for Earrings

Discover natural loose gemstones for earrings, including matched pairs and calibrated stones for elegant custom designs.

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8.87ctw Black Cat'S Eye Scapolite, Oval, Translucent

9.1 x 8.6 mm

$ 48.60

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3.20ctw Blue Kyanite, Oval, SI

8 x 6 mm (calibrated)

$ 55.51

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18.77ctw White Rainbow Moonstone, Marquise, Transparent

23 x 8.4 mm

$ 336.51

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5.11ctw Red Andesine Labradorite, Oval, Transparent

10 x 8 mm (calibrated)

$ 67.18

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2.68ctw White Sillimanite Cat'S Eye, Oval, Transparent

6.5 x 6.2 mm

$ 8.90

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0.15ctw White Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

2.7 mm (calibrated)

$ 206.46

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2.36ctw Pink Morganite, Oval, VS

8 x 6 mm (calibrated)

$ 129.28

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9.62ctw Pink Strawberry Quartz, Oval, Translucent

12 x 10 mm (calibrated)

$ 147.56

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2.78ctw White Sillimanite Cat'S Eye, Oval, Transparent

7.5 x 5.1 mm

$ 9.13

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46.56ctw Gray Hematite, Heart, Opaque

20.3 x 19.1 mm

$ 77.29

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13.54ctw Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

12 mm (calibrated)

$ 44.50

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7.14ctw Pink Strawberry Quartz, Round, Translucent

10 mm (calibrated)

$ 109.52

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24.23ctw Brown Tiger'S Eye, Baguette, Opaque

18 x 13 mm (calibrated)

$ 26.54

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11.45ctw Green Tourmaline, Fancy, Translucent

19 x 10.3 mm

$ 104.54

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4.74ctw White Zircon, Round, VS

7.5 mm (calibrated)

$ 127.95

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13.67ctw Brown Smoky Quartz, Oval, VVS

14 x 12 mm (calibrated)

$ 52.15

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2.86ctw Blue Kyanite, Oval, VS-SI

8 x 6 mm (calibrated)

$ 62.67

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24.80ctw Brown Tiger'S Eye, Flower Cut, Opaque

16 x 16 mm (calibrated)

$ 27.17

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4.62ctw Brown Diamond, Square, VS-SI

7.4 x 7.2 mm

$ 8,052.66

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0.14ctw White Diamond, Round, VVS-VS

2.7 mm (calibrated)

$ 254.36

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10.37ctw Brown Moonstone, Flower Cut, Translucent

12 x 12 mm (calibrated)

$ 45.45

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11.78ctw Multicolor Tourmaline, Fancy, Transparent

20.1 x 9.5 mm

$ 229.61

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2.57ctw Gray Sillimanite Cat'S Eye, Oval, Translucent

7.9 x 5.6 mm

$ 10.19

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2.61ctw Gray Sillimanite Cat'S Eye, Oval, Translucent

7.5 x 5.3 mm

$ 8.57

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Why Buy Gemstones For Earrings from GemSelect?

Natural Gemstones for Earrings

Our natural gemstones for earrings are carefully selected for beauty, durability, and brilliance. Choose from colorful loose gems ideal for custom stud, drop, and hoop earrings.

Loose Gems for Custom Earrings

Create one-of-a-kind jewelry with loose gemstones for earrings. Select your preferred shape, size, and color to match your personal style or jewelry project.

Matched Pairs for Earrings

Matched gemstone pairs are ideal for earrings, offering balanced color, size, and cut. Perfect for symmetrical stud or dangling earring designs.

Best Gemstones for Stud Earrings

Popular choices for stud earrings include sapphire, ruby, garnet, amethyst, topaz, and spinel. These gems combine sparkle with everyday wearability.

Gemstones for Drop Earrings

Pear, oval, cushion, and round gemstones are excellent for drop earrings. Their elegant shapes add movement and color to statement jewelry pieces.

Calibrated Stones for Earring Settings

Calibrated gemstones in standard sizes such as 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, and 7 x 5 mm fit many ready-made earring settings with ease.

Faceted and Cabochon Earring Gems

Choose faceted gemstones for maximum sparkle or cabochons for a smooth, classic look. Both styles are popular for earrings and handmade jewelry.

Colored Gemstones for Every Style

From blue sapphires and green emerald-like stones to pink tourmaline and purple amethyst, colored gemstones make earrings vibrant and personal.

Gemstones for Gift Earrings

Birthstones and favorite colors make gemstone earrings meaningful gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, and special celebrations.

Learn more about gemstone varieties, treatments, and care on our Gemstone Information Pages.

FAQs

What are the best gemstones for earrings?

Sapphire, ruby, spinel, garnet, topaz, tourmaline, and amethyst are popular choices thanks to their beauty, durability, and wide range of colors.

Should I choose matched pairs for earrings?

Yes, matched pairs help ensure both earrings have similar size, shape, color, and brilliance for a balanced finished look.

What size gemstones are best for stud earrings?

Stud earrings commonly use gemstones between 3 mm and 6 mm, depending on the desired style and setting.

Are faceted or cabochon gems better for earrings?

Faceted gems offer more sparkle, while cabochons provide a smooth, elegant appearance. The best choice depends on your design preference.

Are GemSelect gemstones natural?

Yes, our gemstones are natural, with any treatments clearly disclosed for complete transparency.

GemSelect Certified Store Reviews

GemSelect: Over 22 Years in the Gemstone Business! Thank you for trusting us with your purchase!

Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

Great site for finding specific stones and sizes for individual pieces of jewelry

Posted By Designer in December, 2025
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

I've purchased from here many times over the last decade+. I find the information easy to understand, helpful, and interesting. I have always been satisfied that I got exactly what I ordered. Pictures and descriptions are clear and unique to each stone.

Posted By Maggie in August, 2025
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

Great! Affordable

Posted By Spinellope in April, 2026
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

Love the precise descriptions and calibrations of hte loose gemstones. Would like to have seen more variety in the size gem I was looking for.

Posted By RenoRose in January, 2026
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

I was able to find what I've been looking for.

Posted By Tree Dog in April, 2026
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Overall Rating -> 8 star ratings

I've purchased things from GemSelect before. What you see is what you get, which is not always the case with gem sites online. You can find some good value with gem select, and I will buy from them again.

Posted By Meyeusername in March, 2026
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