Add value with bespoke gemsa highly-skilled gem-cutter should be able to create a design that complements the stone’s natural shape, disguising any flaws or inclusions

Doug Menadue from bespoke gems with a collection of rough stones prior to becoming some of his unique creations

Smokey quartz, mock check square, 8.5-ct, 12mm, from O’Briens Creek, Queensland

Mandarin spessartite garnet, mini mint, 1-ct, 5mm, from Tanzania

Rubellite tourmaline, acorn, 8.7-ct, 10mm, from Nigeria

Man-made biron emerald, emerald cut, 3.8-ct, 7mm