2.03 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Purplish Pink Spinel Pair from Burma (Myanmar)

This matched pair of Burmese spinels combines precise proportions and natural beauty, each weighing 1.00 carats and 1.03 carats respectively, cushion shaped with dimensions 6.02 x 5.45 x 3.47 mm and 6.07 x 5.44 x 3.72 mm. Both stones are cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize return of light, they display a purplish pink hue with intense color saturation, and they grade very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating excellent transparency for stones of this color. The polish is excellent and there is no enhancement, which preserves both the integrity and long term value that discerning buyers seek. Origin from Burma Myanmar is significant, because Burmese spinels are historically prized for their clean tone and depth of color, making these gems desirable for collectors and high quality jewelry settings.

From a gemological perspective these spinels present a different proposition than corundum or diamond based gems in terms of brilliance and reflection. Spinel has a refractive index of approximately 1.718 to 1.736 which produces a lively, well balanced brilliance that is often perceived as warm and scintillating, while corundum species such as sapphire and ruby have slightly higher refractive indices around 1.762 to 1.770 which yield a tighter, more focused brilliance. Diamond, with an RI around 2.42 and higher dispersion, displays far greater fire and brilliance overall, but that quality also comes with a very different optical character. Spinel dispersion is low compared to diamond, so these purplish pink stones emphasize pure color and even, mirror like reflections rather than strong spectral flashes. Compared with other colored gems such as tourmaline or garnet, these spinels combine better toughness and a crisp, brilliant appearance due to their cleavage free crystal structure and Mohs hardness around 8, which makes them suitable for daily wear while still offering elegant light return when well cut.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we present these spinels as an investment in natural, untreated color and expert cutting, ideal for buyers who value provenance, clarity, and optical balance. For an educated purchaser seeking a gem with intense natural color, very clean eye level clarity, and classic cushion proportions, this pair offers a refined alternative to corundum and diamond based designs, especially when paired in coordinated jewelry where matching tone and complementary brilliance matter.