2.50 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Purple Spinel Pair from Burma (Myanmar)

This matched pair of cushion shape purple spinels from The Natural Gemstone Company presents a precise combination of gemological attributes that will appeal to technically minded buyers, each weighing 1.24 carats and 1.26 carats with dimensions 6.20 x 5.52 x 4.04 mm and 6.51 x 5.68 x 4.59 mm respectively, cut as mixed brilliant to balance color and brilliance. The mixed brilliant faceting unites a brilliant oriented crown with modified pavilion facets, producing controlled light return and lively facet contrast, while the excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and minimal surface haze. Clarity is evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, indicating inclusions are minor and do not impede transparency or light performance, supporting a clean face up appearance. The color reads as intense purple, a saturated hue characteristic of fine Burmese spinel, and the stones are natural with no enhancement, origin Burma, Myanmar, which is significant for collectors who prioritize untreated material and provenance.

From a durability and daily wear perspective these spinels are outstanding, spinel has a Mohs hardness of 8 and lacks the pronounced cleavage found in many other gem species, making it resistant to both scratching and cleavage related breakage under normal wear conditions. The mixed brilliant cut with well proportioned pavilion angles contributes to structural stability by avoiding overly shallow or deep facet geometries that can concentrate stress, and the excellent polish reduces microabrasion sites that can dull a gem over time. These stones are suitable for rings, earrings, and pendants, and will withstand regular wearing with appropriate setting choices such as secure prong work or partial bezels to protect the girdle and corners. Routine care consists of gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and while spinel tolerates many cleaning methods, final cleaning by a professional jeweler is recommended if you prefer ultrasonic or steam cleaning for mounted pieces. These Burmese cushion spinels offer a technical balance of cut design, color saturation, and physical robustness that ensures both visual impact and long lasting performance in daily wear jewelry.