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1.58 Ct. Bluish Grey Spinel from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Nov 18
Item ID: | K27316 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 6.96 Width: 7.05 Height: 4.61 |
Weight: | 1.58 Ct. |
Color: help | Bluish Grey |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $380 |
When you are searching for an engagement ring gemstone that combines timeless beauty with true everyday durability, this transparent 1.58 carat round bluish grey spinel answers that need with confidence. Measuring 6.96 x 7.05 x 4.61 mm and expertly faceted with a mixed brilliant cut, this spinel presents intense color and lively sparkle while maintaining a classic round silhouette that suits solitaire, halo, and three stone settings. The clarity is slightly included at eye level, which adds character without detracting from its overall transparency, and the excellent polish maximizes light return. This gem is completely natural with no enhancement, and it hails from Tanzania, a region known for producing fine spinels, a fact we proudly verify at The Natural Gemstone Company.
Durability is often the deciding factor for daily wear pieces, and spinel delivers where it matters most. With a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, spinel resists scratches from everyday contact far better than many other gem materials, making it especially suitable for rings, bracelets, and pendants that receive frequent use. Spinel also has good toughness and lacks the perfect cleavage found in some gemstones, so it can stand up to the small knocks and bumps of daily life while maintaining its integrity. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish not only enhance brilliance, they also help conceal minor surface wear over time. Slight inclusions noted at eye level do not compromise structural strength, and because this stone has no enhancement, you are enjoying its natural strength and color as formed in the earth.
If your goal is a gemstone that combines collector appeal with practical performance for everyday jewelry, this 1.58 carat bluish grey spinel fits the brief beautifully. It brings the depth of intense color and the sparkle of a well cut brilliant face up, while providing the resilience needed for a piece you will wear and cherish every day. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind this stone, offering honest information about origin, clarity, and treatment status, so your search for the perfect gem can end here. For personalized setting suggestions or to discuss how this spinel can become the centerpiece of your next heirloom piece, we are ready to assist.
