1.04 Ct. Spinel from Tanzania

If you are searching for a single stone that combines romance, rarity, and everyday wearability, this 1.04 carat cushion shape pink spinel from Tanzania is the moment you have been waiting for, The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to offer this transparent gem that reads as both timeless and modern. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed with care to optimize sparkle and depth, producing a lively play of light that gives the stone a warm, inviting personality. Measuring approximately 5.84 by 4.94 by 4.22 millimeters, the gem sits at a perfect size to command attention on a ring or pendant without overwhelming daily wear, its intense pink color delivering the emotional impact many seek for an engagement stone, a milestone gift, or a curated collector piece. The cushion outline lends a soft, classic silhouette that flatters many hand shapes and design styles, while the very slightly included clarity grade, assessed at eye level, ensures this is a natural, honest gem with character, not an overworked imitation.

For clients who want absolute confidence in what they are buying, this spinel is unenhanced, with no enhancement, and features an excellent polish that magnifies its inherent color and transparency. Origin from Tanzania gives the piece an evocative provenance, a narrative that collectors and sentimental buyers love, linking the gem to legendary East African deposits known for producing gems with vivid hue and integrity. The mixed brilliant faceting enhances scintillation while preserving face up color, so the intense pink reads lively both in daylight and under evening lighting. If your priority is durability for an everyday engagement setting, spinel offers a solid choice with robust hardness and resistance to wear, and the dimensions allow a secure bezel or prong setting without compromising protection. For someone who wants a rare stone with a story, this gem answers the call, presenting an authentic, natural color that needs no treatment to shine.

Envisioning this spinel in a custom design, it pairs beautifully with cool white metals for contrast, and with warm rose gold when you want to emphasize its pink warmth, The Natural Gemstone Company suggests a classic halo for maximum presence, but there are many elegant directions to take. Set in platinum or white gold, a fine halo of tiny white diamonds will create a glittering frame that amplifies the spinel color, while tapered baguette or round diamond shoulders will pull light into the center and add a sophisticated, architectural feel. For a softer, more romantic palette, accent the cushion spinel with delicate morganite side stones or pale peach sapphires, which will create a tonal, feminine composition that feels couture and cohesive. If you prefer a bolder contrast, consider pairing the pink spinel with small teal tourmalines or green sapphires, the complementary greens making the pink jump vividly, ideal for collectors who want a statement piece. In alternative designs, a three stone ring with the spinel flanked by two trilliant cut white diamonds will read modern and majestic, and a low bezel setting will protect the stone for an active lifestyle while showcasing its rounded cushion outline. For a pendant, placing the spinel within a textured halo of pavé diamonds and suspended on a fine chain will turn it into a wearable focal point that moves with light.

Choosing this Tanzanian pink spinel from The Natural Gemstone Company means selecting a gem that solves the desire for rarity, color intensity, and trust in origin, it is an ideal answer for someone who wants an engagement ring that feels personal but not commonplace, or a collector seeking a natural, untreated example of classic spinel beauty. We are happy to advise on exact metal tones, accent stone sizes, and setting types to suit your lifestyle and aesthetic, and we can arrange bespoke sketches or CAD renderings so you can see the design before it is made. This stone has the warmth to symbolize love, and the substance to last as an heirloom, allowing you to stop searching and start creating something uniquely yours.