1.73 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This blue spinel arrives to you as a small miracle of light, a transparent certified blue spinel weighing 1.73 carat, cut to an elegant oval shape with dimensions 8.68 by 6.14 by 3.92 mm, and presented by The Natural Gemstone Company. The gem has a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth, a clarity grade described as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and a vivid color intensity that reads as a pure and saturated blue under natural light. The polish is excellent, the surface finishing flawless to the eye, and important for discerning buyers the stone has undergone no enhancement. Origin Ceylon Sri Lanka gives this spinel a provenance that collectors and connoisseurs recognize as a source of fine material. When you consider the gem against other blue stones on the market, this spinel stands out for the combination of natural color, transparency, and ethical traceability that many heat treated or heavily enhanced stones cannot match.

The story of this gem begins in the weathered alluvial fields of Sri Lanka, where small scale miners and experienced hand sorters recovered the rough from rivers and sluice terraces that have been yielding spinel for generations. The rough was selected for color and clarity at the mine side, and then transported with careful documentation to a regional cutting house where master cutters evaluated the crystal orientation to determine the best yield and final shape. Choosing a mixed brilliant cut for this piece was a deliberate decision to retain weight while maximizing brilliance and depth, a craft approach that larger mechanized cutters often do not employ. Each facet was inspected and refined during the cutting process, culminating in an excellent polish that brings forward the vivid blue without masking the natural internal character that defines spinel. Before arriving at our showroom the stone was independently certified and accompanied by a full report of its untreated status, and The Natural Gemstone Company performed an additional quality control examination to ensure the gem met our standards for color uniformity, facet symmetry, and polish.

In the market this blue spinel offers advantages that make it a compelling alternative to other popular blue gems. Compared with mostly heat treated sapphires this spinel delivers a strong natural color without reliance on enhancement, and that purity of color brings both aesthetic and resale value for knowledgeable buyers. Against tanzanite, which is prized for its trichroism and deep violet blue, this spinel offers greater color consistency in daylight and a clarity that reads cleaner to the naked eye. Compared with lab created blue stones this natural spinel retains the rareness and story of origin that collectors prize, while often offering superior price per carat for equal optical impact. The mixed brilliant cut enhances light return in a way that creates flashes and a dynamic play of blue tones as the stone moves, and the very slightly included clarity grade keeps the gem visually clean and wearable in everyday jewelry settings. Durability of spinel makes this stone an excellent choice for rings where the gem will be close to the skin and in regular rotation.

Because of its size and refined oval proportions this 1.73 carat blue spinel is versatile in jewelry design, and it translates beautifully into a solitary ring, a refined pendant, or as the focal stone flanked by small diamonds or accent sapphires. The gem sits with presence on the finger as shown in images, reflecting deep blue flashes while maintaining overall brightness that suits both daytime and evening wear. When you choose this spinel from The Natural Gemstone Company you receive not only a superior gem in terms of color, clarity, and cut but also the assurance of traceable origin, no enhancement, and meticulous finishing. For the buyer who wants a gemstone that reads as exceptional yet offers value relative to higher priced alternatives, this Ceylon blue spinel is a rare and honest selection. Contact us to discuss settings, to view the certification, or to arrange a private viewing, and let The Natural Gemstone Company guide you to a timeless acquisition that combines natural beauty and market savvy.