0.87 Ct. Spinel from Tanzania

This 0.87 carat oval pink spinel from Tanzania is a finely considered choice for collectors and bespoke jewelers, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. The stone measures 6.49 x 5.21 x 3.77 millimeters, is cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize light return and scintillation, and carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicating that the gem is essentially eye clean while retaining natural internal character under magnification. The color is described as medium intense, a vivid pink that is striking without appearing neon, and the polish is excellent, which enhances the gem face up brilliance and ensures smooth, well defined facet junctions. Importantly this spinel has no enhancement, a trait that increases its rarity and appeal to educated buyers who value natural provenance and integrity, and the Tanzanian origin speaks to a well respected deposit known for producing vibrant, high quality spinels. With a Mohs hardness around 8, spinel is suitably durable for everyday wear when set in rings or pendants, and the mixed brilliant cut combined with the excellent polish results in an impressive balance of fire and brilliance despite the modest carat weight.

When set in jewelry the medium intense pink of this spinel complements a wide range of skin tones, and thoughtful metal selection will emphasize different aspects of the hue. On fair skin the color reads as fresh and lively, especially when paired with white metals such as platinum or white gold that provide a crisp contrast, while yellow gold warms the tone for a classic, vintage inspired look that flatters warm undertones. Rose gold further intensifies the stone color and creates a harmonious, tonal effect on olive or warm complexions. On deeper skin tones the pink will stand out vividly, offering strong contrast when surrounded by white diamonds or a white metal setting, and appearing more saturated when framed by yellow gold. For designers and buyers who appreciate gemology based decision making, this spinel represents an excellent value proposition, combining natural, untreated color, superior polish, high clarity, and a reputable Tanzanian origin, making it suitable for a solitaire ring, a halo setting to amplify presence, or an heirloom piece intended to be worn daily.