Antique Style Spinel Ring 1.67 Ct., Platinum 950

This ring centers on a rare, transparent 1.67 carat cushion shape bluish green spinel, a gem that immediately defines the piece with presence and depth. The spinel measures 6.88 by 6.07 by 5.00 millimeters and displays a checkerboard cut across its pavilion and crown, a cutting style chosen to emphasize the stones internal sparkle and to create a lively, faceted surface that dances with light. The checkerboard motif enhances the stones natural color zoning and produces subtle flashes as the finger moves, offering a captivating balance between brilliance and body color. Set high on a refined four prong gallery, the spinel is the unmistakable focal point, while the slender shoulders of the 14K white gold band provide a modern, elegant silhouette that frames the gem without overpowering it.

From a gemological perspective this spinel carries attributes that educated buyers recognize as markers of superior quality. The color is described as bluish green with intense saturation, a hue that sits attractively between traditional blue and green gemstones and that reads as both sophisticated and distinctive in natural light. Clarity is graded eye clean as evaluated at eye level, indicating that no inclusions detract from the stones appearance under normal viewing conditions, a desirable trait that preserves both the gems optical performance and its market value. The polish is excellent, which speaks to the cutters attention to finish and the stones ability to return light crisply through each facet. Importantly, the spinel is stated to have no enhancement, a factor that significantly increases its rarity and appeal, because untreated Burmese spinels of this quality are uncommon and sought after by collectors and connoisseurs.

Provenance and origin are central to the valuation narrative, and this spinel originates from Burma Myanmar, a source historically prized for producing intensely colored and well crystallized spinels. Burmese locality adds provenance value and aligns this piece with a lineage of notable gemstones that have been prized for centuries. The combination of natural origin, absence of treatment, and a meticulous cutters approach results in a gemstone that is both visually striking and durable for daily wear. The ring is fully crafted in 14K white gold, a metal choice that provides a neutral and luminous backdrop to the bluish green tones, while offering the strength required to secure the center stone and supporting diamonds. The white gold setting also enhances the apparent whiteness of the accent diamonds, creating a cohesive aesthetic that reads as contemporary yet timeless.

Complementing the central spinel are fine white round natural diamonds that accent the shoulders and gallery, each selected for balance and refinement. These diamonds are described with clarity grade VS and color grade F or G, a combination that ensures bright white sparkle, minimal visible inclusions, and a high level of optical performance under magnification and to the naked eye. The accent diamonds are detailed as weighing approximately 0.032 carats, 0.02 carats, and 0.01 carats, sizes chosen to provide delicate scintillation along the band without competing with the spinel. Together with the superior polish on the center stone the diamond accents contribute measured brilliance, and the secure setting reflects precise workmanship. The effect is one of understated luxury where each component has been considered for its contribution to the rings overall harmony and wearing comfort.

As a statement piece this ring exudes confidence through a combination of proportion, color depth, and fine gemological credentials. The cushion shape and checkerboard cut give the spinel a contemporary presence while the intensity of its bluish green hue announces individuality, making the ring suitable for someone who appreciates refined, informed choices in jewellery. For the educated buyer the value proposition is clear, because the ring couples a naturally colored, untreated Burmese spinel with carefully matched diamond accents and a durable 14K white gold setting, all attributes that preserve both beauty and resale integrity. At The Natural Gemstone Company we emphasize transparency in origin, clarity, and treatment status, and this ring exemplifies that commitment by presenting a natural gemstone in a design that reads as both a personal statement and a considered acquisition. Whether selected for engagement, a milestone, or as a distinctive addition to a curated collection, this piece communicates assurance, discernment, and enduring style.