The Family Gem Shop

Loose gemstones for jewelry that means something

The Family Gem Shop offers hand-picked loose gemstones, starting with a heart-shaped tsavorite garnet, for custom rings, pendants and heirloom pieces. Every stone is sold through our Etsy shop.

Visit our Etsy shop Read the tsavorite guide

Our first stone

Coming soon to Etsy

1.19 ct heart-shaped tsavorite garnet

Stone
Tsavorite (green grossular garnet)
Shape
Heart
Weight
1.19 carats
Origin
Stated on the Etsy listing

Full photos, measurements and price will be on the Etsy listing when it goes live.

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Why buy a loose gemstone?

Design it your way

Pick the stone first, then choose the setting, metal and style with your jeweler.

See exactly what you get

A loose stone can be photographed and measured from every angle, with nothing hidden under prongs.

Made to be handed down

A well-chosen gemstone can be reset again and again as tastes change, and passed through the family.

Learn before you buy

Tsavorite garnet buying guide

Color, clarity, cut, size and the questions to ask any seller before buying a loose tsavorite.

Frequently asked questions

How buying on Etsy works, fitting a stone to a setting, shipping and returns.