Purple spinel from Mahenge, Tanzania. It has a cloudy area in it, some intense needle inclusions and also a very nice color. Overall, a very pretty gem for a bargain price.
SKU: C263
Purple spinel
4.64 carats
$900.00
1 in stock
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| Carats | 4.64 |
|---|---|
| Clarity | |
| Color Specification | |
| Color | Purple |
| Cut | |
| Dimensions (mm) | 10.1 x 8.7 x 6.7 |
| Origin | |
| Overall Quality | |
| Stone Shape | Rectangle |
| Treatments | None |
1
Spinel crystals are so perfect, in Burma they are said to be nat thwe or “polished by the spirits.”
2
The famous 14th century Black Prince’s Ruby in the British Imperial Crown is actually a red spinel. It has long been mistaken for ruby by emperors and monarchs. Many of the famous “rubies” of history were actually spinels.
3
Spinel was made the birthstone for August in 2016, and it is sometimes used to commemorate a 22nd wedding anniversary.
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