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At Bijoux Extraordinaire we believe that every beautiful piece of jewelry begins with an extraordinary gem.  When we custom create a ring,  pendant,  brooch or earrings with a client,  we often begin by finding just the right gemstone.  The gemstone then becomes the focal point and inspiration for the jewel.

Below we present a collection of exceptional gemstones.  Each of the gemstones in this gallery was selected because of its extraordinary color,  cut and quality.  These exceptional gemstones just need your inspiration and passion to become beautiful jewels!

To learn more about these extraordinary gemstones or creating a custom jewel,
please give us a call  (603 624-8672)  or  send us an email.


2.97 ct pear-shaped tanzanite with exceptional bluish-violet color.

Tantalizing Tanzanite!  A  2.97-carat tanzanite that is expertly cut and a vibrant bluish violet with flashes of purple .... need we say more!  Let this exceptional tanzanite inspire you to create the jewel you desire.

Cost:  Sold

Fiery orange barion-cut rhodochrosite weighing 4.61 carats.

Rhodochrosite!  A beautiful fiery orange Rhodocrosite masterfully fashioned as a barion cut.  This vibrant gemstone weighs  4.61 carats.

Cost:  $1,150


Lemony yellow 6.99 carat barion-cut apatite.

Apatite!  A lemon yellow  6.99 carat Apatite from Mexico.  This barion-cut gemstone is sure to brighten your collection with its dazzling color and irresistible allure.

Cost:  $485


Fancy trillium cut benitoite.

Benitoite!  A striking  1.83 carat fancy trillium-cut Benitoite with a rich blue violet color.  Benitoites of this color,  size and quality are rare beauties.

Cost:  set in platinum pendant


A striking 2.59 carat purple sapphire.

Purple Sapphire!  A  2.59 carat purple sapphire.  The rich bluish purple color of this gemstone is truly extraordinary!  Imagine this gem set in a hand-engraved platinum ring.

Cost:  Sold


2.47-carat barion-cut benitoite with velvety blue color.

Benitoite!  A  2.47 carat barion-cut benitoite with a rich,  velvety violet blue color.  Benitoites of this color, size and beauty are extremely rare.

Cost:  Sold

59.84 ct. Tanzanite Crystal

Tanzanite Crystal!  A spectacular natural tanzanite crystal that displays rich violetish-blue and purple shades.  This luscious crystal is great for a mineral collection,  but could also be hung from a beautiful pendant or necklace.

Cost:  Sold

1.25 carat trillium-cut tsavorite garnet with a vivid green color.

Tsavorite Garnet!  A  1.25 carat trillium-cut tsavorite garnet with an incredible bright green color that is reminiscent of fine emerald.  The color and cut of this striking gemstone is exceptional.

Cost: set in  18kt engraved ring


2.29 cts shield shaped Rubellite Tourmaline with a vivid purple-red color.

Rubellite Tourmaline!  A  2.29 carat rubellite tourmaline with an alluring purple red color  -  a vibrant shade reminiscent of fuchsia blossoms in the late spring.  Precision step faceting and an unusual shield shape add to the beauty of this striking gemstone.

Cost:   $775

2.98 ct Trapiche emerald.

Trapiche Emerald!  A  2.98 carat cabochon cut emerald exhibiting a wonderful  "trapiche"  effect,  like a night star trapped within the emerald.  A rare and exotic gem to be showcased in a beautiful custom jewel.
Cost:  set in  striking ring

Velvety violet-blue emerald-cut tanzanite.

Blue Velvet!  A  3.83 carat tanzanite with a velvety violet-blue color with flashes of red and purple.  A beautiful emerald cut that shows off the rich hues of this gem.

Cost:   $4,500

A cushion-cut fiery red spinel.

Rhapsody in Red!  A  1.91 carat fiery red spinel with a hint of violet and orange.  A beguiling cushion cut makes this beautiful gem ideal for a custom created ring,  pendant or brooch.
Cost:   Sold

A matched pair of Australian boulder opals.

Boulder Opals!  A matched pair of boulder opals featuring striking shades of blue,  green and red.  Just under  0.5" square,  these colorful gems are ideal for a distinctive pair of earrings or cufflinks!

Cost:   Sold

2.01 cts emerald cut Ceylon sapphire with a gorgeous blue color.

Sizzling Sapphire!  A gorgeous sapphire with a rich blue color and a subtle hint of violet.  The cutting of this 2.01 carat sapphire is exceptional.

Cost:   $7,350

Amethyst torus with demantoid garnet.

Amethyst Torus!  A beautiful torus ring featuring a rich purple amethyst with a striking demantoid garnet set in the center.  The vibrant green of the demantoid garnet contrasts beautifully with the vivid purple of the amethyst.

Cost:  Sold

1.97 carat radiant-cut red spinel with a fiery red color.

Red Spinel!  An exceptionally well cut 1.97-carat Red Spinel.  This beautiful gem is a highly saturated red hue and has excellent clarity.

Cost:  Sold


Faceted Tahitian cultured pearl drop.

Faceted Pearl!  A faceted Tahitian black cultured pearl that glimmers with stunning iridescent colors.  The precise faceting of this pearl creates a pearl-within-a-pearl phenomenon that captivates all.

Cost:  Sold

titania coated drusy quartz

Dazzling Drusy!  A dazzling titania coated drusy tongue shaped gem with glittering vibrant green, magenta and purple crystals.   This gem shimmers with every move and catches the light from afar.

Cost:   $625

Drusy Free Form

Free-Form Drusy  A scintillating titanium coated drusy free-form gem with spectacular green, magenta, yellow and purple crystals.   This gem is electric!

Cost:  Sold

Drusy Uvarovite Garnet Drops

Drusy Uvarovite!  A luscious green garnet from Russia with glittering minute crystals of garnet atop a rich bed of chromite matrix.   This matched pair of green gems is awaiting to adorn your ear lobes.

Cost:  set in  striking earrings

Drusy quartz with 24kt gold coating.

Dreamy Drusy!  A drusy quartz star coated with 24kt yellow gold to create a warm glistening starburst.  Drusy quartz can also be coated with platinum for a cool white shimmer or titanium for a burst of rainbow-like colors.

Cost:  $185

Trillium drusy psilomelane.

Drusy Gemstone Gallery  One of our favorite gemstone varieties is drusy.  A drusy is a gemstone that is covered with a shimmering layer of small,  vibrant crystals which give the gem a glittering,  magical appearance.  These wonderful gemstones are ideal creating custom designed jewels.

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