1.04 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Deep within the ancient soils of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, a moment of geological poetry took place long before any human hand could witness it, a slow dance of heat and pressure that conspired to form a crystal of refined beauty. From that subterranean cradle emerged a rough pink spinel whose soft yet vibrant hue carried the memory of its birthplace, mountain streams and monsoon-touched alluvium. Sri Lankan spinels have been admired by travelers, traders, and kings for centuries, prized for their clarity and the way their color seems to breathe with the changing light. This particular stone began its journey among those storied deposits, its potential recognized by experienced eyes. The Natural Gemstone Company nurtures that lineage by working with trusted partners in Sri Lanka who know how to locate and select rough material with the best combination of color, transparency, and crystallographic integrity, ensuring that each gem we present is a chapter in an ongoing story of place and provenance.

When the rough arrived at the lapidary, the transformation from nature to jewel became a careful conversation between cutter and crystal. Decisions were guided by the desire to preserve weight while maximizing brilliance and face up color. The result is a cushion shaped pink spinel weighing 1.04 carats with precise dimensions of 6.74 x 5.47 x 3.18 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style that marries the soft lines of a cushion outline with the scintillating facets associated with modern brilliance. The cutter left no detail to chance, achieving an excellent polish that allows light to enter, dance, and return with a lively, clean expression. Clarity is a defining feature of this gem, graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a quality that translates to a transparent appearance and a purity of glow that European and Ceylonese cutters alike celebrate. Importantly for collectors who prize natural material, this spinel has no enhancement, a rare and compelling truth that preserves the stone as it was born in the earth.

Because of its carefully measured size and remarkable clarity, this pink spinel is especially suited to serve as a statement piece, commanding attention without overwhelming the wearer. At 1.04 carats and with a broad face of 6.74 by 5.47 millimeters, it presents a generous pavilion and table that allow the mixed brilliant facets to breathe, creating a balance between sparkle and the soft, inviting pink tone described as medium light in color intensity. The transparency, underscored by the very slightly included clarity grade, means that the gem sits proudly in a solitaire setting, catching heads of light and reflecting them back with an inner fire that complements both warm and cool metals. Set as a center stone in a classic four prong ring, surrounded by a halo to amplify its presence, or mounted as a pendant that swings gently against the skin, this spinel reads as a confident expression of taste and ethos. Its proportions make it wearable and bold, large enough to be noticed across a room, and subtle enough to integrate with daily attire, an ideal candidate for anyone seeking a single stone that declares intention and personal style.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we view each gem as both a physical object and a story to be told. This cushion pink spinel from Ceylon carries the narrative of centuries, beginning in the mineral-rich veins of Sri Lanka, passing through the hands of cutters who honored its geometry, and arriving to you as a finished gem, polished, natural, and untouched by enhancement. We recommend mounting this stone in settings that showcase its table and allow movement, such as elevated solitaires or open halo designs, to let light interact with the mixed brilliant facets and reveal the stone's full potential. For care, gentle cleaning with mild soap and a soft brush will preserve its excellent polish, and because it is unenhanced natural spinel, it responds well to standard, careful wear. If you wish, our team can assist with custom design options that highlight its cushion shape and dimensions, or provide professional recommendations for settings that balance protection and visibility. This pink spinel is not merely a gem, it is an invitation to own a piece of Ceylonese geology and craftsmanship, presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, ready to become part of your story.