1.76 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.76 carat oval purple spinel from Ceylon Sri Lanka measures 7.84 x 6.26 x 5.01 mm, and is cut in a mixed brilliant style with an excellent polish. The gem exhibits medium intense color intensity, and its clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, making it effectively eye clean for most settings. No enhancement has been applied, allowing the natural hue and optical characteristics to remain unaltered. The combination of substantial carat weight, well proportioned dimensions, and high quality finish gives this spinel a clear presence that translates directly into visual impact in finished jewelry. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this material with full disclosure of origin, cut, clarity, and treatment status.

The size and clarity of this oval spinel make it especially suitable as the focal element in a statement piece. At 7.84 mm by 6.26 mm the table is large enough to display the medium intense purple consistently across the face of the gem, while the 5.01 mm depth and mixed brilliant faceting deliver strong light return and scintillation. The very slightly included clarity grade means inclusions are minimal and generally not visible to the naked eye, preserving the gems transparency and allowing its color and fire to read cleanly at conversational distance and under display lighting. These attributes combine to create a stone that commands attention without reliance on exaggerated size, making it appropriate for a bold solitaire ring, a prominent pendant, or a refined cocktail setting where color and brilliance are the primary focus.

Beyond aesthetics, spinel offers practical advantages for wearable statement pieces. With inherent durability suitable for regular wear, and a stable, unenhanced condition, this gem balances visual drama with long term performance. The documented Ceylon origin contributes to its collector and curatorial interest, while the excellent polish ensures crisp facet definition and consistent light behavior. For clients seeking a transparent, richly colored oval spinel that reads as a principal element rather than a supporting accent, this 1.76 carat example meets the criteria for presence, clarity, and finish. The Natural Gemstone Company provides full specifications and provenance information to assist in setting and design decisions.