Genuine Fine Gems, Jewelry, and Watches

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Genuine Fine Gems, Jewelry, and Watches.

All lots are brand new unless stated in the description of the item. Lots are mostly Genuine Diamonds and/or Natural Gemstones. Most lots are in stock and ready to ship. Please see descriptions for more details or you can email us at: info@lagemsanddiamonds.com for questions, please indicate lot number and auction date as your email subject.

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Natural Emerald 51.66ctw Oval Necklace .925 Sterling175615731 - Natural Emerald 51.66ctw Oval Necklace .925 Sterling
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural Emerald 51.66ctw Oval Necklace .925 Sterling **|**|** Natural Emerald 51.66ctw Oval Necklace .925 Sterling Silver ; MSRP: $16330
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 16,330.00 - 28,578.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Diamond EGL Cert. ID:3201490322 Round 0.50 ctw H, Vs2175619942 - Diamond EGL Cert. ID:3201490322 Round 0.50 ctw H, Vs2
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Cert. ID:3201490322 Round 0.50 ctw H, Vs2 **|**|** 7.22-4.60x3.24mm;Cut Excellent; Polish Excellent; Symmetry Excellent; Fluo Slight Blue;
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,780.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,375.00) = 1,375.00
 
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Natural 192.15ct Pink Topaz/Sapphire Necklace .925 Ster175620820 - Natural 192.15ct Pink Topaz/Sapphire Necklace .925 Ster
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 192.15ct Pink Topaz/Sapphire Necklace .925 Ster **|**|** ; MSRP: $600
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for (200.00) = 200.00
 
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Natural 4.19ctw Aquamarine Oval (20) Stone175717705 - Natural 4.19ctw Aquamarine Oval (20) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 4.19ctw Aquamarine Oval (20) Stone **|**|** Natural 4.19ctw Aquamarine Oval (20) Stone ; MSRP: $75
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 4.5ctw Amethyst Square 7-8mm (2) Stone175816997 - Natural 4.5ctw Amethyst Square 7-8mm (2) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 4.5ctw Amethyst Square 7-8mm (2) Stone **|**|** Natural 4.5ctw Amethyst Square 7-8mm (2) Stone ; MSRP: $125
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 125.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 229.25 CTW. Ruby Oval Pendant .925 Sterling Sil175819512 - Natural 229.25 CTW. Ruby Oval Pendant .925 Sterling Sil
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 229.25 CTW. Ruby Oval Pendant .925 Sterling Sil **|**|** ; MSRP: $600
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for (200.00) = 200.00
 
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Diamond EGL Certified Round 1.21 ctw D,VVS1175820397 - Diamond EGL Certified Round 1.21 ctw D,VVS1
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Certified Round 1.21 ctw D,VVS1 **|**|** 6.83x6.80x4.22mm;Cut Excellent; Polish Excellent; Symmetry Excellent; Fluo None; Depth 62.5%; tab
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 32,106.00 - 42,808.00
Sold to floor for (7,850.00) = 7,850.00
 
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Natural 3.09ctw Pink Tourmaline Oval Cut (5) Stone175916945 - Natural 3.09ctw Pink Tourmaline Oval Cut (5) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.09ctw Pink Tourmaline Oval Cut (5) Stone **|**|** Natural 3.09ctw Pink Tourmaline Oval Cut (5) Stone ; MSRP: $200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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NATURAL 3.58 GRAMS EMERALD OVAL EARRINGS .925 STERLING176019677 - NATURAL 3.58 GRAMS EMERALD OVAL EARRINGS .925 STERLING
LA Gems and Diamonds
NATURAL 3.58 GRAMS EMERALD OVAL EARRINGS .925 STERLING **|**|** NATURAL 3.58 GRAMS EMERALD OVAL EARRINGS .925 STERLING SILVER ; MSRP: $75
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond GIA Certified Rectangular 0.50 ctw E,VS1176020723 - Diamond GIA Certified Rectangular 0.50 ctw E,VS1
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond GIA Certified Rectangular 0.50 ctw E,VS1 **|**|** 4.53x4.16x3.27mm;Cut Very Good; Polish Very Good; Symmetry Good; Fluo None ; MSRP: $3200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,400.00 - 3,200.00
Sold to floor for (1,530.00) = 1,530.00
 
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Natural Ruby Pear Cut 9x11mm 1 pc per lot 3.45ctw176099222 - Natural Ruby Pear Cut 9x11mm 1 pc per lot 3.45ctw
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural Ruby Pear Cut 9x11mm 1 pc per lot 3.45ctw **|**|** Gemstone: Ruby ; Shape: Pear Cut; Dimension: 9x11mm; Quantity per lot: 1 pc per lot; Total
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,485.00 - 9,660.00
Sold to floor for (1,650.00) = 1,650.00
 
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Natural African Sapphire Loose 87ctw Oval Cut176115794 - Natural African Sapphire Loose 87ctw Oval Cut
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural African Sapphire Loose 87ctw Oval Cut **|**|** Natural African Sapphire Loose 87ctw Oval Cut ; MSRP: $348
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 348.00 - 609.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Natural 8.52 ctw Amethyst Baguette (40)176218050 - Natural 8.52 ctw Amethyst Baguette (40)
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 8.52 ctw Amethyst Baguette (40) **|**|** Natural Amethyst; Baguette; 8.52ctw; (40) Stone ; MSRP: $100
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond EGL Cert. ID:3202065725 Round 0.90 ctw H, VS2176219962 - Diamond EGL Cert. ID:3202065725 Round 0.90 ctw H, VS2
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Cert. ID:3202065725 Round 0.90 ctw H, VS2 **|**|** 6.22-6.20x3.79mm;Cut Excellent; Polish Excellent; Symmetry Excellent; FluoNone; Depth 6
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 8,784.00 - 11,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,775.00) = 2,775.00
 
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Natural 26.50 ctw Semi Precious Earring .925 Sterling176220778 - Natural 26.50 ctw Semi Precious Earring .925 Sterling
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 26.50 ctw Semi Precious Earring .925 Sterling **|**|** Natural 26.50 ctw Semi Precious Earring .925 Sterling Silver ; MSRP: $150
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 8.36 ctw Amethyst Baguette (40)176318057 - Natural 8.36 ctw Amethyst Baguette (40)
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 8.36 ctw Amethyst Baguette (40) **|**|** Natural Amethyst; Baguette; 8.36ctw; (40) Stone ; MSRP: $100
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 24.81ctw Emerald Mix (5) Stone176418498 - Natural 24.81ctw Emerald Mix (5) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 24.81ctw Emerald Mix (5) Stone **|**|** ; MSRP: $400
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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0.16 CTW DIAMOND ROUND J-K,S2/I1176419737 - 0.16 CTW DIAMOND ROUND J-K,S2/I1
LA Gems and Diamonds
0.16 CTW DIAMOND ROUND J-K,S2/I1 **|**|** ; MSRP: $384
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 288.00 - 384.00
Sold to floor for (95.00) = 95.00
 
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Natural 3.50 ctw Ruby Emerald Cut .925 Sterling Ring176419825 - Natural 3.50 ctw Ruby Emerald Cut .925 Sterling Ring
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.50 ctw Ruby Emerald Cut .925 Sterling Ring **|**|** ; MSRP: $2500
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Natural 2.61ctw Aquamarine Oval (3) Stone176517740 - Natural 2.61ctw Aquamarine Oval (3) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 2.61ctw Aquamarine Oval (3) Stone **|**|** Natural 2.61ctw Aquamarine Oval (3) Stone ; MSRP: $75
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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123.44ctw EMERALD PEARS SHAPE  Gemstone176615004 - 123.44ctw EMERALD PEARS SHAPE Gemstone
LA Gems and Diamonds
123.44ctw EMERALD PEARS SHAPE Gemstone **|**|** 123.44ctw EMERALD PEARS SHAPE Gemstone ; MSRP: $3055
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,716.00 - 4,752.00
Sold to floor for (125.00) = 125.00
 
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Natural 26.55 ctw Emerald Oval Pendant .925 Sterling176619822 - Natural 26.55 ctw Emerald Oval Pendant .925 Sterling
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 26.55 ctw Emerald Oval Pendant .925 Sterling **|**|** ; MSRP: $175
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 125.00 - 175.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond 1.02 ctw E VVS1176620374 - GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond 1.02 ctw E VVS1
LA Gems and Diamonds
GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond 1.02 ctw E VVS1 **|**|** Cut Very Good Polish Very Good Symmetry Very Good Fluorescence Strong Depth 66.0% Table 67
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 14,000.00 - 18,000.00
Sold to floor for (5,450.00) = 5,450.00
 
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Natural 4.01ctw Pink Tourmaline Round Cut 3-4mm (25)176717842 - Natural 4.01ctw Pink Tourmaline Round Cut 3-4mm (25)
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 4.01ctw Pink Tourmaline Round Cut 3-4mm (25) **|**|** ; MSRP: $100
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond EGL Certified Round 0.91 ctw D,SI1176820587 - Diamond EGL Certified Round 0.91 ctw D,SI1
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Certified Round 0.91 ctw D,SI1 **|**|** 6.02x5.97x3.83mm;Cut Very Good; Polish Very Good; Symmetry Very Good; Fluo Very Slight Blue; Depth
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 8,727.00 - 11,636.00
Sold to floor for (3,350.00) = 3,350.00
 
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Natural 19.30 ctw Tanzanite Oval Ring 925 Sterling176820654 - Natural 19.30 ctw Tanzanite Oval Ring 925 Sterling
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 19.30 ctw Tanzanite Oval Ring 925 Sterling **|**|** ; MSRP: $500
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Natural Ruby Oval Cut 8.5x11.5mm 1 pc per lot 4ctw176899221 - Natural Ruby Oval Cut 8.5x11.5mm 1 pc per lot 4ctw
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural Ruby Oval Cut 8.5x11.5mm 1 pc per lot 4ctw **|**|** Gemstone: Ruby ; Shape: Oval Cut; Dimension: 8.5x11.5mm; Quantity per lot: 1 pc per lot;
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,485.00 - 9,660.00
Sold to floor for (1,650.00) = 1,650.00
 
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Natural 6.14 ctw Pink Tourmaline (58)176918109 - Natural 6.14 ctw Pink Tourmaline (58)
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 6.14 ctw Pink Tourmaline (58) **|**|** Natural Pink Tourmaline ; 58 Stones ; CTW: 6.14 ; MSRP: $150
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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African Emerald Loose Gems 47.74ctw Oval Cut177018715 - African Emerald Loose Gems 47.74ctw Oval Cut
LA Gems and Diamonds
African Emerald Loose Gems 47.74ctw Oval Cut **|**|** ; MSRP: $143
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 143.00 - 334.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond EGL Certified Cushion 1.21 ctw G, VS2177020521 - Diamond EGL Certified Cushion 1.21 ctw G, VS2
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Certified Cushion 1.21 ctw G, VS2 **|**|** 6.06x5.45x4.14mm;Cut Very Good; Polish Very Good; Symmetry Very Good; Fluo None; Depth 76%; Tab
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 8,508.00 - 11,344.00
Sold to floor for (3,350.00) = 3,350.00
 
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Natural 25.10 ctw Pearl/Sapphire/Semi Precious Earring177020768 - Natural 25.10 ctw Pearl/Sapphire/Semi Precious Earring
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 25.10 ctw Pearl/Sapphire/Semi Precious Earring **|**|** Natural 25.10 ctw Pearl/Sapphire/Semi Precious Earring .925 Sterling Silver ; MSRP: $
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 3.3ctw Emerald Oval Stone177118368 - Natural 3.3ctw Emerald Oval Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.3ctw Emerald Oval Stone **|**|** Natural Emerald ; Oval Stone ; CTW: 3.3 ; MSRP: $200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 3.94ctw Peridot Oval 9x11 Stone177216627 - Natural 3.94ctw Peridot Oval 9x11 Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.94ctw Peridot Oval 9x11 Stone **|**|** Natrual 3.94ctw Peridot Oval 9X11 3.94ctw ; MSRP: $235
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 235.00 - 470.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 29.35 ctw Tiger Eye Round Ring 925 Sterling177220686 - Natural 29.35 ctw Tiger Eye Round Ring 925 Sterling
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 29.35 ctw Tiger Eye Round Ring 925 Sterling **|**|** ; MSRP: $150
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 90.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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0.71 ctw Diamond Round H-I S2/I1177220698 - 0.71 ctw Diamond Round H-I S2/I1
LA Gems and Diamonds
0.71 ctw Diamond Round H-I S2/I1 **|**|** ; MSRP: $4260
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,840.00 - 4,260.00
Sold to floor for (1,140.00) = 1,140.00
 
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Natural 2.47ctw Emerald Emerald Cut Stone177318436 - Natural 2.47ctw Emerald Emerald Cut Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 2.47ctw Emerald Emerald Cut Stone **|**|** Natural Emerald ; Emerald Cut Stone ; CTW: 2.47 ; MSRP: $400
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 3.22ctw Emerald Emerald Cut Stone177418433 - Natural 3.22ctw Emerald Emerald Cut Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.22ctw Emerald Emerald Cut Stone **|**|** Natural Emerald ; Emerald Cut Stone ; CTW: 3.22 ; MSRP: $400
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 110.5 ctw Semi Precious .925 Sterling Pendant177418882 - Natural 110.5 ctw Semi Precious .925 Sterling Pendant
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 110.5 ctw Semi Precious .925 Sterling Pendant **|**|** ; MSRP: $200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond GIA Cert.:2141495536 Cushion Mod 1.03 ct E VVS2177420246 - Diamond GIA Cert.:2141495536 Cushion Mod 1.03 ct E VVS2
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond GIA Cert.:2141495536 Cushion Mod 1.03 ct E VVS2 **|**|** 6.27x5.51x3.65mm;Cut Very Good; Polish Good; Symmetry Very Good; Fluo None; Depth 66.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 15,000.00 - 19,000.00
Sold to floor for (5,600.00) = 5,600.00
 
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Natural 2.03ctw Emerald Oval Stone177518387 - Natural 2.03ctw Emerald Oval Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 2.03ctw Emerald Oval Stone **|**|** Natural Emerald ; Oval Stone ; CTW: 2.03 ; MSRP: $200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 1.38ctw Pink Tourmaline Trillion Cut Stone177616917 - Natural 1.38ctw Pink Tourmaline Trillion Cut Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 1.38ctw Pink Tourmaline Trillion Cut Stone **|**|** Natural 1.38ctw Pink Tourmaline Trillion Cut Stone ; MSRP: $200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond EGL Cert. ID:31248830 Princess 0.50 ctw D, Vs1177619977 - Diamond EGL Cert. ID:31248830 Princess 0.50 ctw D, Vs1
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Cert. ID:31248830 Princess 0.50 ctw D, Vs1 **|**|** 4.37-4.19x3.10mm;Cut Good; Polish Very Goodt; Symmetry Very Good; Fluo None; Depth 74.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,472.00 - 6,944.00
Sold to floor for (1,410.00) = 1,410.00
 
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Natural 147.48 Ctw Sapphire Pendant .925 Sterling177620624 - Natural 147.48 Ctw Sapphire Pendant .925 Sterling
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 147.48 Ctw Sapphire Pendant .925 Sterling **|**|** ; MSRP: $725
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 435.00 - 725.00
Sold to floor for (145.00) = 145.00
 
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Natural 13.31ctw Emerald Emerald Cut (3) Stone177718507 - Natural 13.31ctw Emerald Emerald Cut (3) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 13.31ctw Emerald Emerald Cut (3) Stone **|**|** ; MSRP: $400
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Emerald Cabochon Loose Stone 29.95ctw177814974 - Emerald Cabochon Loose Stone 29.95ctw
LA Gems and Diamonds
Emerald Cabochon Loose Stone 29.95ctw **|**|** Emerald Cabochon Loose Stone 29.95ctw ; MSRP: $85
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 540.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 3.1 ctw Ruby Oval .925 Sterling Silver Ring177819002 - Natural 3.1 ctw Ruby Oval .925 Sterling Silver Ring
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.1 ctw Ruby Oval .925 Sterling Silver Ring **|**|** ; MSRP: $400
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond EGL Certified Round 1.23 ctw D, SI2177820531 - Diamond EGL Certified Round 1.23 ctw D, SI2
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Certified Round 1.23 ctw D, SI2 **|**|** 6.64x6.60x4.30mm;Cut Very Good; Polish Very Good; Symmetry Very Good; Fluo NONE; Depth 65%; Table
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 10,575.00 - 14,100.00
Sold to floor for (3,800.00) = 3,800.00
 
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Natural 3.91ctw Emerald Oval Stone177918339 - Natural 3.91ctw Emerald Oval Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 3.91ctw Emerald Oval Stone **|**|** Natural Emerald ; Oval Stone ; CTW: 3.91 ; MSRP: $200
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Natural 6.4ctw Peridot Checker Cussion 7x7 (4) Stone178016467 - Natural 6.4ctw Peridot Checker Cussion 7x7 (4) Stone
LA Gems and Diamonds
Natural 6.4ctw Peridot Checker Cussion 7x7 (4) Stone **|**|** Natural 6.40ctw Peridot Checker Cussion 7X7 6.40ctw (4) ; MSRP: $100
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Diamond EGL Cert. ID: 3103104214 Marquise 0.90ct G, SI2178020161 - Diamond EGL Cert. ID: 3103104214 Marquise 0.90ct G, SI2
LA Gems and Diamonds
Diamond EGL Cert. ID: 3103104214 Marquise 0.90ct G, SI2 **|**|** 9.33-5.15x2.97mm;Cut Very Good; Polish Very Good; Symmetry Very Good; Fluo None; Dept
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,850.00) = 1,850.00
 
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