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Spinel gemstone profile

Rare Gemstone

Spinel

A naturally brilliant gemstone treasured for nuanced colour and clarity.

Origin
Madagascar
Family
Spinel
Price
Price varies by colour intensity and clarity
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Gem Profile

Colour, origin, and rarity

Long mistaken for ruby, spinel is now treasured for its own crystalline clarity and sophisticated colour range. Sri Lankan spinel is especially compelling in rose, violet, and charcoal tones.

Acquisition Note

Fine untreated spinels are increasingly collector-driven.

  • Usually untreated
  • High brilliance
  • Collector colour
  • Durable for fine jewellery
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Stone Dossier

Origin
Madagascar
Family
Spinel
Type
Spinel
Colour
Rose, scarlet, violet, cobalt, and charcoal
Rarity
Rare in vivid red, cobalt blue, and fine neon tones
Carat Range
0.30 ct - 5.00 ct+
Treatment
Typically untreated
Clarity
Transparent to eye clean in fine stones
Certification
Certificate available on request
Price
Price varies by colour intensity and clarity

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