1.52 Ct. Pinkish Purple Spinel from Tanzania

When you are looking for a single gemstone that will bring a custom design to life, and when your priority is a natural, unenhanced material with character and versatility, this 1.52 carat cushion shape spinel answers that brief with ease. This transparent pinkish purple spinel, originating from Tanzania, offers a refined medium color intensity that feels simultaneously romantic and modern, a hue that sits beautifully between soft pink and lilac, allowing it to adapt to warm yellow gold, cool platinum, and the contemporary look of rose gold. The stone measures 7.11 x 5.52 x 4.47 mm, a dimensions profile that makes it ideal as a center stone for many jewelry types, from an elegant engagement ring to a pendant that catches the light at every turn. Faceted with a mixed brilliant cut, and exhibiting an excellent polish, this spinel returns lively sparkle and scintillation, while its included clarity grade, evaluated at eye level, gives the gem character and confirms its natural origin and authenticity. At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that clients want both beauty and truth, so the fact that this spinel has no enhancements should give you confidence in its provenance and long term appeal.

The cushion shape and the exact measurements of 7.11 x 5.52 x 4.47 mm make this gem exceptionally well suited for custom jewelry, because its proportions allow designers and bench jewelers flexibility without compromise. The cushion outline reads as classic and flattering on the finger, while the shallow to medium depth works particularly well in settings that emphasize table brilliance, such as a low halo engagement ring, a vintage inspired bezel, or a modern four prong solitaire with a cathedral shank. For a pendant, the comfortable width and length sit close to the collarbone when set in a subtle bezel or a halo that amplifies the stone without overwhelming it. For bespoke earrings this gem could be the focal point of a drop design or the anchor stone in a mixed gemstone composition. The mixed brilliant cut is a practical advantage for custom pieces because it combines a brilliant crown for fire and sparkle, with step style facets below that can create flashes of soft color, making the gem read slightly different depending on viewing angle and lighting. This facet interplay lets a talented designer play with complementary accent stones and metal colors to produce a piece that feels dynamic and alive, yet finely balanced.

Beyond aesthetics, this Tanzanian spinel offers pragmatic benefits for clients who want a lasting, wearable piece. The excellent polish preserves the crisp facet junctions that jewelers rely on when setting a stone, ensuring secure prongs and clean bezel edges, and the included clarity grade, when examined carefully, often appears lively and natural in a finished setting, where well placed accents can enhance the gem while minimizing any visible inclusions. Because the stone is natural and untreated, it will age gracefully and maintain its intrinsic value, an important consideration for an engagement ring that is meant to be worn daily, or for a collector seeking a rare pinkish purple spinel. At The Natural Gemstone Company we work with you through the entire custom process, from advising on metal choice and accent diamond or sapphire sizes, to recommending setting styles that protect and showcase the stone. If your search is for a gemstone that brings warmth, versatility, and a genuine story to a bespoke creation, this 1.52 carat cushion spinel from Tanzania is a rare opportunity, and we are ready to help you turn it into the perfect piece that ends your search and begins a lifetime of wear.