1.41 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the ancient alluvial belts of Ceylon Sri Lanka to the quiet workbenches of master cutters, this blue spinel tells a story of time water and human care. Born in mineral rich soils where generations of diggers have learned to read the land with patience, this stone carries the lineage of island geology and craftsmanship. Its intense blue color speaks of the environmental conditions in which it formed, deep below tropical soils and exposed slowly to the elements, while the clarity graded as very slightly included at eye level is a testament to its natural origin. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that journey by selecting pieces that retain their unaltered character, and this gem arrives at our bench with no enhancement, its surface and body untouched except by the thoughtful hands that polished it to an excellent finish.

The cutting of this spinel into an emerald cut shape at 1.41 carat and dimensions of 6.99 x 6.08 x 3.72 mm is where nature meets intention. The emerald cut with its clean lines and step cut facets was chosen to best showcase the stone's depth of color and transparent clarity. The broad table and parallel facets create a hall of mirrors effect that lets the intense blue breathe within the gem while emphasizing the stone's geometric calm. The measured proportions allow for strong light return along the long axis, giving a sense of size beyond the carat weight. At just under seven by six millimeters the stone finds a sweet spot for custom jewelry, large enough to hold presence on a ring or pendant, yet refined enough to suit delicate settings and complement shoulder stones with grace.

For designers and clients seeking a stone that adapts with confidence to bespoke ideas this blue spinel is ideal. Its rectangular emerald cut sits elegantly on the finger and aligns beautifully in east west or traditional north south mounts, making it flexible for solitaires, three stone rings, halo settings, custom men s signet styles, and pendant designs. The weight and dimensions allow a jeweler to create a low profile bezel that protects the stone while preserving the crisp step facets, or to frame it with micro pavé diamonds to enhance the color contrast without overpowering the gem. Because the gem is natural and untreated there is a storytelling value that resonates with bespoke commissions, giving clients not only a beautiful result but a meaningful provenance to share. At The Natural Gemstone Company we can assist in translating this spinel s journey into a unique piece, guiding choices of metal, setting style, and complementary stones so that the finished jewel honors both the origin and the art of creation.