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Custom cutting means we can match a specific shape or size if you have a setting in mind. A precision cut birthstone is a gift with genuine craft behind it. If you would like help choosing the right stone or planning a custom piece, reach out anytime.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aquamarine-blue","title":"Aquamarine — Blue Long Bar Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cool, clean blue aquamarine in an elongated bar cut — a narrow, architectural form that draws the eye along the stone's length and catches light in parallel steps across the face. Eye-clean at 2.5ct, with the pale-to-medium blue characteristic of fine aquamarine. The long bar shape makes this stone ideal for modern linear jewelry designs: channel settings, bar pendants, east-west rings, or as a bold horizontal accent. Beryl hardness (7.5–8 Mohs) makes it fully suitable for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 2.5ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 14.5 × 5.2 × 4.8 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Blue\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Eye Clean\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Long Bar\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078138228790,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/aquamarine.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"emerald-ethiopia","title":"Emerald — Ethiopian Origin, Shield Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEthiopian emerald has become one of the most respected sources in today's market, recognized for its characteristic green color and relatively good clarity compared to Colombian or Zambian material. This 3ct stone is faceted in a bold shield cut — an angular geometric form that gives the emerald a modern, architectural silhouette distinct from the traditional emerald cut. Natural inclusions (the \"jardin\") are present and expected in all natural emerald; they're a hallmark of natural origin, not a flaw. A genuinely rare stone in a one-of-a-kind cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 3ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 8.6 × 8.3 × 6.7 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Light Green\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Included\u003cbr\u003e- Origin: Ethiopia\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Shield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078169882678,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/ethiopian_emerald.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"zircon-honey","title":"Zircon — Honey Orange Pear","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct Description:\u003cbr\u003eRich and luminous, this 4ct honey zircon pear glows with a brownish-orange warmth that deepens toward the tip of its pear shape. Eye-clean clarity is uncommon in natural honey zircon at this size, and the pear cut showcases the stone's exceptional brilliance and natural dispersion. Natural zircon's high refractive index gives it a fire that rivals diamond — this stone is a compelling, underrated choice for a distinctive fine jewelry piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs:\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 4ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 8.6 × 9.2 × 6.1 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Brownish Orange\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Eye Clean\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Pear\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078264614966,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"zircon-honey-1","title":"Zircon — Honey Yellow-Orange Decagon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural honey zircon glows with a warm brownish-orange-yellow that catches light with the characteristic high-dispersion fire zircon is known for — a sparkle intensity that surprises most people who've never seen natural zircon cut well. This 2ct stone is faceted in an original 10-sided decagon round, a design with more facets than a standard round to maximize brilliance in smaller material. Natural inclusions are present and typical of honey zircon at this color depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 2ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 6.4 mm (width)\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Brownish Orangey Yellow\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Included\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Decagon (10-sided) Round\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078266056758,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/honey_zircon.png?v=1781023550"},{"product_id":"zircon-cherry","title":"Zircon — Cherry Red Pear","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural zircon is one of the oldest minerals on earth and one of the most brilliantly refractive gems in existence — this 12ct cherry-red pear delivers that characteristic fire and dispersion at a size that's genuinely rare in natural zircon. The pear cut was chosen to elongate the deep cherry tone across the face while showcasing the stone's extraordinary brilliance. VS clarity at 12 carats in a gem-quality natural zircon of this color is remarkable. This is a collector's or true gem lover's stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 12ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 16.1 × 13.5 × 6.9 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Cherry Red\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: VS\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Pear\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078281130038,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/cherry_zircon.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"citrine","title":"Citrine — Deep Reddish Orange Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis isn't pale mall-jewelry citrine — this 12ct stone carries a deep brownish-reddish-orange tone that places it in Madeira citrine territory, with a warmth and depth that saturates fully across the oval face. Eye-clean clarity and a substantial weight make it a statement piece; the oval brilliant cut maximizes color spread and light play from corner to corner. A bold, unusual color for collectors who want something with real presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 12ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 19.0 × 12.9 × 9.1 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Deep Brownish Reddish Orange\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Eye Clean\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Oval\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078295384118,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/deep_citrine.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"amethyst","title":"Amethyst — Rose de France Dodecagon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRose de France amethyst carries one of the most delicate tones in the purple spectrum — a soft, almost lilac lavender that separates itself entirely from deeper commercial amethyst. This 21.5ct stone was faceted in an original 12-sided dodecagon design with a deliberate windowed view built into the side profile, revealing a stunning orange-purple-orange color zoning pattern visible from the edge of the stone — an unusual design feature that transforms the gem depending on viewing angle. VS clarity and large size make this a collector's centerpiece or jewelry designer's dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 21.5ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 18.2 × 12.6 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Light Purple (Rose de France)\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: VS\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Dodecagon (12-sided)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078296858678,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/amethyst_frosted.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"tourmaline-yellow","title":"Tourmaline — Orangish Yellow Shield Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYellow-orange tourmaline occupies a rare corner of the color spectrum — warm without being citrine, bold without being full orange, and distinctly its own. This 3ct stone is faceted in an original shield design: an angular, kite-like form that plays the color against hard geometric lines for a result that photographs like nothing else in a standard gem collection. Natural inclusions are present and typical of tourmaline at this depth of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 3ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 10.3 × 7.4 × 5.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Orangish Yellow\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Included\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Shield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078300299318,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/yellow_tourmaline.png?v=1781023550"},{"product_id":"peridot-pakistan","title":"Peridot — Pakistan Origin, Apple Green Cut Corner Rectangle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePakistan peridot is recognized for its intense apple-green saturation — one of the most vivid colors in the mineral kingdom, requiring no enhancement. This 4.5ct stone cut from Pakistani rough delivers that characteristic color at a substantial size, faceted in a cut corner rectangle to maximize the broad green face. Natural inclusions are present and expected in gem-quality peridot at this size; they're part of the stone's natural character and do not diminish its striking color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 4.5ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 10.4 × 8.2 × 6.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Apple Green\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: Included\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Cut Corner Rectangle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078309507126,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/peridot.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"ruby-lab","title":"Lab Sapphire — Soft Pink Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElegant and refined, this 3ct pink lab sapphire carries a soft blush tone with VS clarity that makes it ideal for engagement rings, pendants, or any design where color delicacy is the goal. Hand-faceted in a short oval for versatility and brilliance across any lighting condition. Lab-created corundum with the same hardness as natural sapphire (9 Mohs) — durable, bright, and ready to set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 3ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 9.4 × 7.1 × 5.6 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Pink\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: VS\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Round\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44079763619894,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/laby_ruby.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"lab-sapphire-cornflower-blue","title":"Lab Sapphire — Cornflower Blue Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 10 carats, this cornflower blue oval lab sapphire commands attention — the tone and saturation match the most prized natural blue sapphires at a scale that would be extraordinary in natural material. Hand-faceted in an oval brilliant to showcase the stone's clean VS clarity and the pure, balanced blue that defines the \"cornflower\" standard. Lab-created with identical physical properties to natural sapphire, and large enough to anchor any centerpiece setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 10ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 13.3 × 10.2 × 8.4 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Cornflower Blue\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: VS\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Oval\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44079770533942,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/cornflower_sapphire.png?v=1781023551"},{"product_id":"lab-sapphire-ruby","title":"Lab Sapphire — Ruby Red Round","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVivid ruby-red with VS clarity, this 3.5ct round lab sapphire delivers the color intensity that collectors seek without the inclusions common in natural corundum of this hue. The hand-faceted round cut is calibrated to maximize light return and color saturation throughout the stone. Lab-created sapphire shares the same hardness (9 Mohs) and optical properties as natural corundum — durable, brilliant, and ready for setting in any fine jewelry application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 3.5ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 8.4 × 5.6 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Red\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: VS\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Round\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44079776268342,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/lab_ruby_round.png?v=1781023550"},{"product_id":"lab-sapphire-color-change","title":"Lab Sapphire — Color Change (Purple to Pink)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor-change sapphires are among the most captivating stones in gemology — and this 4.5ct hexagon demonstrates the phenomenon brilliantly, flowing from deep purple in ambient light to vivid pink under incandescent illumination. Hand-faceted by Maikurumoto Gems in an original six-sided design built to maximize the color shift and table brilliance. Lab-created with the same chemical and physical properties as natural corundum, this stone offers SI clarity at a size and color-change intensity rarely found in natural material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 4.5ct\u003cbr\u003e- Dimensions: 9.6 × 8.5 × 5.6 mm\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Purple \/ Pink (color change)\u003cbr\u003e- Clarity: SI\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Hexagon (6-sided)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maikurumoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44079779282998,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7434\/5782\/files\/lab_color_change.png?v=1781023551"}],"url":"https:\/\/maikurumotogems.com\/collections\/birthstone-gemstones.oembed","provider":"Maikurumoto Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}