Three Stone Spinel Ring 1.52 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

From the mineral-rich highlands of Burma, where centuries of artisanal mining meet the quiet patience of nature, comes the heart of this ring. The story begins in the famed Mogok region, a place that has yielded some of the world’s most vivid red spinels, stones that were once mingled in lore with rubies and treasured by emperors. This particular gem, GIA certified, is a transparent red spinel weighing 1.52 carats, cut into an oval measuring 6.90 x 6.27 x 4.58 mm with a mixed brilliant cut that draws light into its vivid saturation. It arrived to our bench at The Natural Gemstone Company without any enhancement, its surface bearing an excellent polish and a clarity grade described as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which allows the eye to drink in the pure, energetic red without distraction. Each facet reflects the patience of the cutter, who worked to preserve the stone’s natural character while maximizing fire and depth, turning a raw treasure that lay hidden in the earth into the brilliant focal point of this ring.

The ring around this rare spinel is a conversation between classic elegance and meticulous craftsmanship, set entirely in 18K yellow gold to complement the warm, ruby like tone of the center stone. Flanking the oval spinel are two white half moon shaped natural diamonds weighing approximately 0.30 carats combined, graded very slightly included in the VS1 and VS2 range, with a color grade of E that gives a cool, bright contrast to the red center. The shoulders are paved with white round shaped natural diamonds, two lines of stones weighing approximately 0.33 carats each, clarity VS and color grade F and G, creating a scintillating ribbon of light that elevates the center without overwhelming it. The mixed brilliant cut of the spinel harmonizes with the round cuts of the diamonds, giving the ring a balanced symmetry that is deeply considered, and the prong setting is engineered to both showcase the spinel and secure it, allowing the gem to sit proudly above the band while capturing maximum light. When you wear this ring you carry a journey from Burmese riverbeds through skilled hands, to the finish at The Natural Gemstone Company, a piece that celebrates origin, craft, and the natural story embedded in every facet.

Practical beauty was never sacrificed for romance in this design, especially when it comes to daily wear. Spinel rates approximately 8 on the Mohs hardness scale, which places it firmly among durable gemstones suited to everyday rings, while corundum stones like sapphire and ruby rate at 9 and diamond of course rates at 10. What distinguishes spinel beyond hardness is its toughness and lack of natural cleavage, traits that make it resistant to splitting or chipping under normal wear conditions, and in many real world settings this translates to a stone that can withstand daily life as reliably as more familiar choices. Compared to garnet and tourmaline, which can be more easily scratched or fractured, this Burmese spinel offers superior resilience, and while it is not as hard as corundum, its combination of hardness and toughness makes it an ideal choice for an engagement or signature ring that will be worn every day. To keep the sparkle intact, gentle care is recommended, such as cleaning with warm water, mild soap and a soft brush, avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme impacts, and storing the ring separately from harder stones to prevent abrasion. With proper care this red spinel in its 18K yellow gold embrace will continue to tell its story of earth and craft for generations, and we at The Natural Gemstone Company are proud to present a ring that honors both the natural origin of the gem and the enduring needs of modern life.