1.38 Ct. Spinel from Burma (Myanmar)

This transparent purplish red spinel, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, is a classic example of exceptional natural material and careful cutting. Weighing 1.38 carats and measuring 7.32 x 6.06 x 3.53 mm, the cushion shape with a mixed brilliant cut balances strong face up presence with well controlled depth. Clarity is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the stone reads clean to the naked eye while retaining natural character under magnification. The intense color intensity is a deep purplish red that displays lively saturation and pleasing color without looking overly dark, and the excellent polish maximizes light return across the mixed brilliant faceting. Importantly, this spinel is unenhanced, a natural, stable specimen from Burma Myanmar, an origin prized by connoisseurs for producing stones with saturated hues and excellent crystal quality.

For custom jewelry this spinel is particularly well suited, because the cushion proportions and the 7.32 by 6.06 mm dimensions translate into a versatile center stone for rings, pendants, and bespoke earrings. The cushion outline offers vintage elegance and pairs beautifully with both bezel and prong settings, while the mixed brilliant cut enhances scintillation when paired with a halo of smaller diamonds or colored stones. At 3.53 mm depth the pavilion provides good durability and ease of setting, and with spinel hardness of about 8 on the Mohs scale this gem is robust enough for everyday wear when set properly. Designers and educated buyers will value the combination of saturated Burmese color, eye level clarity, no enhancements, and precise cutting, which together create a rare opportunity to build a high quality, enduring piece without compromise. Whether you envision a solitary engagement stone, a signature cocktail ring, or a refined pendant, this spinel offers the balance of beauty, performance, and provenance to serve as the focal point of a custom design crafted by The Natural Gemstone Company.