1.79 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are moments when an object ceases to be merely beautiful and becomes a trophy of discernment, an heirloom of intention, and an emblem of refined taste, and this heart shaped greenish blue spinel from Ceylon is such an object. We present a transparent 1.79 carat heart shaped spinel, with precise dimensions of 6.95 x 7.80 x 5.43 mm, masterfully cut in a mixed brilliant style, eye clean at normal viewing distance, with intense color and an excellent polish, and no enhancement. At The Natural Gemstone Company we curate gemstones that speak in a language of understatement and authority, and this piece speaks with a voice that is both deep and utterly clear. The greenish blue hue moves subtly with the light, and the heart shape brings an emotional eloquence that elevates it beyond a mere gemstone to a personal statement.

The secret of its sparkle is rooted in the mineralogical perfection of spinel combined with the art of cutting. Spinel crystallizes in the cubic system, a symmetry that yields isotropic optical behavior, which means that light behaves uniformly as it travels through the crystal. This inherent optical regularity allows brilliant facets to act as a chorus, reflecting and returning light in harmonious flashes without the distraction of color separation or doubling. The mixed brilliant cut unites a scintillating crown of brilliant facets with a carefully faceted pavilion that favors both return of light and lively scintillation. Each facet edge aligns with the next in precise geometry, so when a beam of light enters the stone it is guided, reflected, and broadcast in a sequence of lively flashes that alternate between deep oceanic blues and vibrant greenish highlights, creating a depth of light that is immediately arresting.

Polish and clarity are the artisanship that translate raw optical potential into visible brilliance, and this spinel is exemplary in both. Described as eye clean, the stone allows an unobstructed passage of light, and the excellent polish means that every facet behaves like a finely tuned mirror. The intense color intensity gives the gem a vivid presence, without masking the internal play of light, and the heart silhouette offers a symmetry that focuses attention on the table and crown, amplifying the gemstone s fire and scintillation. The dimensions of 6.95 x 7.80 x 5.43 mm provide an ideal pavilion depth and crown profile, facilitating optimal internal reflection and offering a balance of face up size and luminous performance. Because this spinel has not been subjected to enhancement, what you witness is pure geological and lapidary excellence, a natural beauty that requires no artifice to shine.

To possess this heart shaped greenish blue spinel is to claim a piece of rare, natural splendor, and to communicate a cultivated sense of taste. Its origin in Ceylon lends provenance and a storied geological lineage that collectors and connoisseurs recognize, and its combination of intense color, meticulous cutting, and uncompromised clarity makes it a rare offering. At The Natural Gemstone Company we regard such stones as more than inventory, they are moments of opportunity for those who appreciate refinement. Whether set as a solitary pendant, the centerpiece of an intimate ring, or incorporated into a bespoke creation, this spinel is destined to become the facet of an elegant life. We invite you to inquire and to experience this gem in person, to see how its structure and finish create a sparkle that is at once lively, deep, and entirely unmatched.