0.88 Ct. Grey Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Imagine holding a gemstone that feels like a secret waiting to become a treasured memory, a piece that will one day sit at the center of a proposal, an anniversary, or a quiet celebration of a life milestone. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we are proud to present one beautiful transparent 0.88 carat pear shape grey spinel, a gem that is both quietly sophisticated and irresistibly modern. Measuring 7.21 x 5.79 x 3.40 mm, this spinel wears its size with grace, offering a presence that is neither shy nor overwhelming. The cutting style is faceted with a mixed brilliant cut, and the stone has been polished to an excellent finish. With a clarity grade of slightly included as evaluated at eye level, this spinel retains a crystalline purity that plays with light in a way that feels personal and alive. Its intense color intensity gives the grey tone a depth that can feel silver in one moment and stormy blue in the next, a chameleon quality that makes it endlessly wearable. Origin Ceylon Sri Lanka and with no enhancement, this is a natural, honest gem ready to become part of your story.

This spinel is a dream for custom jewelry designers because of its shape and dimensions. The classic pear shape is famously versatile, offering both the tapered elegance of a teardrop and the bold face up area of a round. At 7.21 mm long and 5.79 mm wide, this gem is ideally sized to be the focal point of a delicate engagement ring, an intimate pendant, or a pair of drop earrings that catch the light with every turn. In a ring setting the pear shape elongates the finger, creating a slenderizing silhouette that feels romantic and refined. In a pendant the drop lends natural movement, swinging gently against the chest and catching soft flashes of brilliance. As a stud or drop earring, the proportions are perfectly balanced, small enough for daily wear yet large enough to read clearly from across a room. For custom makers, this scale allows for a range of designs, from a single solitaire that celebrates the gem itself, to a halo that amplifies its presence, to a bezel setting that highlights its clean lines for a modern, architectural feel.

The mixed brilliant cut and top quality polish mean that this spinel will perform beautifully under any design brief. The facets are arranged to maximize return of light, producing scintillation and flashes that animate the intense grey body color. Even with slight inclusions visible at eye level, the stone remains transparent and lively, and those natural features tell a story of earth and time that machine enhanced gems cannot replicate. The intense color intensity gives a contemporary edge, allowing the gem to read as a neutral yet striking focal point that pairs exquisitely with cool white metals, warm yellow gold, or the muted glow of rose gold. For couples seeking something different but timeless, pairing this spinel with a ribbon of pavé diamonds, with tapered baguettes, or with a simple polished band will create a piece that feels both bespoke and enduring. Because there is no enhancement, the gem is as the earth crafted it, an honest choice for someone who values natural beauty and transparency in sourcing and treatment.

Working with The Natural Gemstone Company means you will have a partner who understands both the technical and emotional sides of creating custom jewelry, and this 0.88 carat pear shape grey spinel is a perfect starting point. Imagine a proposal necklace that reflects the quiet strength of your relationship, a custom engagement ring that is at once modern and heirloom worthy, or a set of anniversary earrings that become a daily reminder of love. With origin Ceylon Sri Lanka, excellent polish, and a mixed brilliant faceting that dances with light, this gem is ready to become a centerpiece of a design that will be admired for generations. Let us help you choose the perfect setting and metal to enhance the spinel, and to craft a piece that tells your personal story. Reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company to begin the conversation, and let this grey spinel be the beginning of a memory that shines for a lifetime.