1.66 Ct. Blue Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the mountain streams of Ceylon to the careful hands of our master cutters, this blue spinel tells a story of place and patience, embodied by The Natural Gemstone Company. Unearthed in Sri Lanka, this transparent 1.66 carat oval spinel measures 8.20 by 6.55 by 4.51 mm, and its mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance depth of color with lively scintillation. The gem exhibits intense color intensity, an excellent polish, and a clarity described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, qualities that reveal a largely pure crystal whose inner character is visible only to the most attentive gaze. Free from enhancement, this stone carries the unaltered beauty of its origin, and each facet reflects the long history of Sri Lankan gem cutting where craftsmen refine raw material into a jewel that speaks of both earth and artisanry.

Imagine this oval blue spinel as the centerpiece of a custom creation, framed by complementary gems and metals that accentuate its maritime blue. A halo of small round white diamonds set in platinum or 18 carat white gold will amplify its brilliance and create a striking contrast with the deep hue, while tapered baguette diamonds on the shoulders will lend a classic architectural elegance. For warmer, vintage inspired designs, placing the spinel in an 18 carat yellow gold bezel, with tiny rose cut champagne diamonds as accents, will bring out subtle brown blue undertones and create an intimate, warm glow. For bolder color stories, pair two small trillion cut tsavorite garnets or vivid green sapphires at the sides for a vibrant triad that celebrates color harmony, or flank the spinel with soft pink padparadscha sapphires for a romantic, feminine palette. The 8.20 by 6.55 mm oval is ideal for rings, pendants, and bespoke earrings, sitting comfortably as a solitaire or anchoring a three stone composition. As specialists in natural gems, The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on metal choice, prong versus bezel settings, and side stone combinations to suit everyday wearability, bearing in mind spinel hardness of eight on the Mohs scale makes it an excellent choice for pieces intended for regular use. If you would like a custom design that captures this blue spinel’s origin and personality, we would be pleased to guide you through the creative process.