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2.00 Ct. Cobalt Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Item ID: | K22136 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 8.2 Width: 6.64 Height: 4.72 |
Weight: | 2.00 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Ceylon (Sri Lanka) |
Per carat price: help | $5,100 |
From a remote Ceylon hillside where the earth yields treasures in quiet abundance to the careful hands of master cutters, this blue cobalt spinel tells a story of place and craft, presented by The Natural Gemstone Company. Mined in Sri Lanka, this gem began as a small, promising crystal that carried a rare intensity of blue born from traces of cobalt in the host rock, a color prized by generations of gem traders and jewelers. Weighing 2.00 carats and cut into a classic oval shape with precise dimensions of 8.20 by 6.64 by 4.72 millimeters, the stone was fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that balances a faceted crown and a scintillating pavilion to maximize life and depth. Its transparency is exceptional, its polish is excellent, and it shows very slight inclusions only at eye level, features that testify to the stone being natural and untreated, no enhancement. The result is a gem with intense color intensity that seems to hold a pool of deep blue light within, reflecting both the mineral richness of its Sri Lankan origin and the deliberate, time honored techniques of the lapidary who brought out its finest potential.
For someone seeking a truly striking gift that will be remembered for a lifetime, this blue cobalt spinel is a rare and personal choice. Imagine it set as a solitary ring stone, framed in warm yellow gold to emphasize its deep ocean blue, or mounted in cool platinum to accentuate its vivid, intense tone, either option transforming a special occasion into an unforgettable moment. Its modest yet significant 2.00 carat weight offers everyday wearability while retaining a presence that captures attention, and its natural, untreated status makes it a meaningful heirloom to pass down. At The Natural Gemstone Company we treasure the stories each gem carries from mine to market, and we are happy to advise on settings, certificates of origin, and custom designs to ensure this cobalt spinel becomes a personal talisman for the person you wish to honor. Choose this gem to say something lasting, a striking gift that combines history, natural beauty, and expert craftsmanship.
