1.16 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.16 carat pear shape pinkish purple spinel from Ceylon Sri Lanka is an exceptional example of what discriminating collectors seek, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. Measuring 8.09 by 5.94 by 3.80 millimeters, the gem has been fashioned into a mixed brilliant cut that combines the scintillation of brilliant faceting with the elongated elegance of a pear silhouette, yielding a lively balance of fire and brilliance. The cut has been executed to uphold strong light return across the table and crown facets, and the excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and a smooth surface relief that maximizes visual appeal. The stone exhibits intense color intensity, a highly desirable saturation for pinkish purple spinel, which reads as an appealing blend of warm pink and cool violet tones depending on incident light, making it versatile for a wide range of jewelry designs and color pairings. No enhancement has been applied, the stone is fully natural, and the clarity has been evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included, meaning that inclusions are minimal and typically require magnification to observe, preserving the gem s apparent purity to the naked eye.

From a gemological perspective this spinel checks many boxes that informed buyers consider important. Spinel scores an eight on the Mohs hardness scale, offering excellent durability for daily wear in engagement rings, pendants, or statement earrings, while also retaining polish over time. The very very slightly included clarity grade indicates a stone that is essentially eye clean, with internal characteristics that do not distract from the stone s brilliance or color, and that can serve as evidence of its natural origin rather than showing signs of heavy treatment or filling. The mixed brilliant cut has been selected to optimize the balance between color and light performance, because percentage based cutting formulas used for spinel are tuned differently than for diamond, ensuring the pavilion depth and table proportions accentuate the gem s intense hue without creating overt windowing or dead areas. The dimensions listed provide a comfortable finger presence for a pear shape at this weight, and because the gem is untreated, the color you admire is inherent, not the result of heat or irradiation, which is an important consideration for collectors who value traceable, natural color.

The origin of this spinel, Ceylon Sri Lanka, is significant both historically and in contemporary trade, and it adds provenance that educated buyers appreciate. Sri Lanka has produced some of the world s most storied spinels, known for fine clarity and a range of vivid colors, and the gem trade there has long combined artisanal cutting traditions with modern gemological standards. When provenance can be traced to a recognized source, it enhances the narrative of the gem, contributing to its desirability among collectors who care about geological and cultural context. At The Natural Gemstone Company we prioritize verified sourcing, and we work with trusted partners and local miners to ensure that the gemstones we offer are responsibly supplied. This includes documentation of origin when available, transparent disclosure of any treatments or enhancements, and a willingness to provide further gemological testing through reputable independent labs upon request, so buyers have confidence in both the physical and documentary attributes of their purchase.

Ethical sourcing and environmental stewardship are central to the way we curate our collection, because we understand that conscious consumers not only want beautiful gems, they want to know the story behind them and the positive impact their purchase can create. This spinel was acquired through channels that respect local labor practices and community welfare, and our purchasing policy emphasizes fair compensation for miners, minimal environmental disturbance in extraction, and support for community initiatives where feasible. For the buyer seeking to build a mindful jewelry collection, this gem represents a meaningful choice, combining natural, untreated color, eye clean clarity, durable physical properties, and traceable origin. It translates easily into a signature piece that wears well while aligning with values of transparency and responsibility. When you choose this pear shape Ceylon spinel from The Natural Gemstone Company you are choosing an object of lasting beauty, backed by clear disclosure, careful craftsmanship, and an ethical sourcing philosophy that resonates with educated collectors who wish to invest in both quality and provenance.