1.15 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Imagine owning a treasure of discreet distinction, a gemstone that announces itself not by loud proclamation but by the rare confidence of its color and clarity, a small chorus of light that only a few will ever have the privilege to possess, this is that promise captured in a single transparent purple spinel weighing 1.15 carats, carefully faceted into an elegant oval shape with exacting dimensions of 7.52 x 5.45 x 3.71 mm, the mixed brilliant cut has been chosen to balance the gem's internal fire with graceful proportions, the overall effect is a jewel that reads as timeless and modern at once, created for the collector who values subtlety as the highest form of luxury.

Up close, the gem reveals its carefully judged character, the clarity grade is very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning the stone presents a clean window to its heart with only minute inclusions that serve to confirm its natural origin rather than distract from its beauty, the color sits in a medium intense range of purple, a hue that changes gently with the light and flatteringly complements a range of metals and settings, the excellent polish allows the facets to sing with crisp reflections, and because this spinel is free of enhancement, you receive the full integrity of a natural gem, the mixed brilliant cut has been executed to enhance scintillation and broad flashes of light while preserving weight and face up presence, the result is a stone that delivers both presence on the hand and refinement in delicate settings.

The provenance of this spinel elevates its allure, originating from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a legendary source that has supplied the world with some of the most celebrated gemstones for centuries, Sri Lankan deposits are renowned for producing stones with a particular clarity and color saturation, geological conditions in Ceylon favor slow crystal growth in metamorphic rocks, allowing colors to mature and inclusions to develop in a way that seasoned connoisseurs prize, when a gem comes with provenance from Ceylon it carries a narrative of place, craftsmanship, and history, this narrative becomes part of the gem's value, collectors and bespoke jewelers understand that origin informs desirability, a purple spinel from Ceylon, unenhanced and finely cut, is a rare alignment of natural circumstance and human skill, its scarcity in this attractive size and hue makes it a discreet trophy for someone seeking to distinguish their collection with a stone that has both natural pedigree and aesthetic refinement.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we curate and present pieces precisely because they offer an emotional and investment grade distinction, this particular 1.15 carat Ceylon purple spinel is offered as a solitary opportunity to acquire a stone that can be set into a refined solitaire, embraced in a bespoke halo, or used as the heart of a contemporary signet style ring, our clients who seek rarity will appreciate that each decision, from cut to polish, preserves the gem's natural voice, we invite you to imagine this gem as the centerpiece of a commission, or as the keystone of a private collection, we provide detailed viewing options, careful recommendations for mounting to maximize both light performance and security, and the assurance that this spinel is exactly as presented, natural, unenhanced, and of exceptional provenance, membership in the small circle who own such stones is a quiet privilege, to begin that conversation, reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company and allow us to guide you in making this unique Ceylon spinel your own.