1.19 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This cushion shaped purple spinel carries the weight of centuries of admiration, a gemstone whose story is woven through royal treasuries and classic jewelry traditions. This transparent 1.19 carat gem measures 7.04 x 5.13 x 3.54 mm, and its mixed brilliant cut has been executed to balance depth and sparkle, allowing light to dance through the pavilion and crown with refined precision. The color presents as a medium intensity purple, a hue that reads as both regal and restrained, making it equally suited to formal settings and everyday elegance. With a clarity grade described as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, the stone offers the rare combination of transparency and character, and an excellent polish enhances its facets to deliver a lively, enduring brilliance. This spinel is wholly natural, no enhancement, and its origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka links it to a storied mining heritage known for producing some of the world most cherished gems.

Owning this spinel through The Natural Gemstone Company is to invest in beauty that is also an inheritance of craftsmanship and provenance, a tangible connection to lapidary mastery and geological time. Spinel has been treasured for centuries, often sharing the stage with more familiar gemstones, and its presence in historic regalia underscores a timeless appeal, making this piece especially meaningful for collectors and connoisseurs who value legacy. The decision to choose an untreated gem from Ceylon honors authenticity, as untreated stones reflect their natural formation and maintain long term value more reliably than enhanced counterparts. The cushion shape and mixed brilliant cut speak to skilled cutting practices designed to maximize fire and symmetry, qualities that elevate this gem from a mere adornment to a work of art. As a durable gemstone with an excellent polish and an attractive medium color, it is well suited for a signature ring, a pendant that rests close to the heart, or a bespoke commission that will be handed down through generations. When you acquire this purple spinel from The Natural Gemstone Company, you are investing in a jewel that embodies historical resonance, enduring craftsmanship, and the promise of a legacy that will be admired for years to come.