1.12 Ct. Purple Spinel from Burma (Myanmar)

One beautiful transparent 1.12 carat cushion shape purple spinel from Burma Myanmar, with dimensions of 6.94 by 4.92 by 4.02 mm, this gem is cut in a faceted mixed brilliant style that was chosen to maximize light return and to showcase intense color. The geometric faceting pattern combines a brilliant crown with carefully calibrated pavilion facets, producing an exceptional interplay of light and dark that creates scintillation and sparkle beyond what you typically see in ordinary cushion cuts. The mixed brilliant cut allows each facet to act as a mirror and a window, directing light into the gem and then reflecting it back to the eye, which amplifies the intense purple hue and makes the stone appear larger and more lively face up. Evaluated at eye level the clarity grade is slightly included, and those small natural inclusions sit unobtrusively beneath the surface, adding character while maintaining transparency. The polish is excellent, which means the facet junctions are crisp and the surface is smooth, so light glides across the gem without interruption. Because this spinel is completely untreated and shows no enhancement, the color and performance you see are entirely natural, a rarity that places this stone ahead of many market alternatives that rely on heat or other treatments to improve appearance.

When you compare this Burmese purple spinel to other gemstones of similar size, the advantages become clear. Many stones at this price point may trade off origin, clarity, or polish to reach a desired color, but this gem preserves all three attributes, giving a balance of value and authenticity that is hard to match. Compared with synthetic or heavily treated spinels, the natural intense color and lack of enhancement increase collectability and long term value. Compared with other natural gems such as sapphires or garnets of comparable tone, the mixed brilliant faceting of this cushion spinel yields superior fire and scintillation because the facet geometry is optimized for maximum return of light rather than simply preserving weight. Its proportions create a generous face up appearance relative to its weight, so a 1.12 carat stone reads visually larger on the finger than many stones cut deeper or with less refined angles. Slight inclusions in a natural spinel, when paired with excellent polish and precise cutting, often result in a more lively and three dimensional look than an eye clean stone cut for weight preservation alone. For buyers seeking a gemstone that stands out for both beauty and integrity, this spinel outperforms many market offerings.

For those weighing options between gem types, it helps to consider how this purple spinel differs from other choices such as Fire Opal, which is another attractive and sought after option. Fire Opal is prized for its warm orange to red body color and sometimes internal play of color, and it offers a very different emotional and stylistic effect compared with the regal purple of this spinel. If your priority is drama in warm tones and an opaline glow, Fire Opal may be the right direction, but if you want a durable, brilliant, and intensely colored stone that combines classic cushion elegance with modern faceting brilliance, this Burmese purple spinel is superior. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this gem as a premium natural choice, ready to be set into a ring, pendant, or custom piece where the geometric faceting will interact with varied lighting to create constant visual interest. Because the cut emphasizes light play, the gem will perform especially well in settings that allow light to strike the pavilion and then reflect up through the crown, such as semi open or prong settings, securing both security and maximum sparkle. Our team can advise on mounting options that complement the intense purple tone and protect the integrity of the stone, assuring that the finished jewelry piece delivers elegance, rarity, and enduring value.