0.38 Ct. Pinkish Purple Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This oval shape spinel weighs 0.38 carat and measures 4.84 x 3.80 x 2.79 mm, presenting a depth of 64.6 percent calculated from the average of length and width. It is faceted in a mixed brilliant style, combining a brilliant geometry on the crown with a precisely executed step influenced pavilion, a configuration chosen to maximize both scintillation and even light return while preserving the stone natural pinkish purple body color. The mixed brilliant faceting yields crisp facet junctions and controlled fire, while the oval outline has been balanced for symmetry to avoid eccentric light leakage. Clarity is described as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, indicating only minimal internal characteristics which do not disrupt the overall transparency or liveability of the surface under normal viewing. Color intensity registers as medium, an optimal range for pinkish purple spinel that allows both saturation and versatility in jewelry design. The polish is excellent, evidence of meticulous lapidary finishing that produces sharp facet planes and a clean table window, and the gem carries no enhancement, confirming its natural origin and untreated state.

The provenance of this spinel from Ceylon Sri Lanka contributes materially to its desirability and intrinsic value. Sri Lankan spinels are historically prized for the combination of clarity and classically appealing hues, with trace chromium and variable iron contents producing the pink to purple spectrum that collectors and connoisseurs seek. Alluvial sourcing and long established mining practices in Sri Lanka often yield stones with superior crystallographic development and fewer cleavage related issues, factors that allow cutters to achieve tighter facet geometry and higher grade polish. For the technical buyer this provenance signals a well balanced chemical and structural profile, and for the jeweler it supports predictable cutting behavior and stable color under different mounting conditions. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this transparent Ceylon spinel as an option for designers and collectors who prioritize untreated material, precise faceting, and documented origin, and we can provide additional imaging and facet maps upon request to support evaluation and integration into high precision settings.