In fact the stone was initially assumed to be another rare.
Most rarest precious stone.
Above we featured the diamond as one of the most expensive gemstones and coming in at number 1 with a price tag of over 1 million per carat is the red diamond.
When we think of precious stones diamonds emeralds and rubies jump to mind as the most valuable gemstones in the world.
Jadeite is the purest rarest and most vivid gemstone in the jade family.
These stones are highly sought after by museums and collectors.
Other valuable gemstones are attainable with the right amount of money.
This list includes 10 rare and valuable gemstones along with origin information buying tips and more.
The majority of the known stones are translucent but the most rare and therefore most valuable example ever found was transparent.
Initially i thought this as well but after a little research i was amazed to learn that they re not even close.
Though it s available in a variety of colors including red yellow and black green is most common with the stone.
There are less than 30 red.
A specific shade of semi transparent emerald green known as imperial jade is the most sought after in the world.
A handful of the most valuable gemstones in the world are crystals that we will likely never see in person.