1.83 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

You are seeking a gemstone that completes a once in a lifetime commission, seals a promise with undeniable beauty, or enriches a curated collection with rare authenticity, and this purplish red spinel answers that need with poise and permanence. This is a transparent 1.83 carat round spinel from Ceylon Sri Lanka, with clean proportions of 7.39 by 7.37 by 4.07 mm, and an intense, saturated color that draws the eye without overpowering the design. At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that your search is about more than numbers, you want a stone that performs in real life, under different lights and when set in the metal of your choice, and this spinel is crafted to deliver that performance. The mixed brilliant cut combines the best attributes of step cutting and full brilliant faceting, producing a gemstone that balances fiery scintillation with lively internal color play, and that balance is what transforms a fine stone into a piece that feels both emotionally right and technically excellent.

The mixed brilliant cut on this round shape spinel is a deliberate choice to magnify the gem's inherent strengths, and the way the facets are arranged maximizes both reflection and color saturation. The crown is faceted to capture incoming light and split it into a lively pattern of flashes, while the pavilion facets are angled to return that light with controlled brilliance, so the gem appears to glow from within. Because this spinel is transparent and intensely colored, the mixed brilliant style prevents color leakage by maintaining enough facet tension to keep the rich purplish red evenly distributed through the gem, while still allowing pinpoint flashes of white light to animate movement and draw attention. At 1.83 carats and with a table that respects the stone proportions, the light travel is optimized so that each facet contributes to the overall scintillation without creating dark windows or dead zones, and the result is a balance between broad color presence and lively sparkle. The clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level means that inclusions are minimal and do not compromise the face up beauty, and with an excellent polish every facet edge is crisp and reflective which enhances the contrast between flashes and color. Because there have been no enhancements applied to this spinel the color and optical performance are wholly natural, giving you a gem that will retain its character and value over time.

For the buyer who seeks certainty and provenance, the origin of this spinel from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds an element of geographic prestige, and the natural origin is a powerful reassurance for collectors and sentimental buyers alike. Spinel from Sri Lanka is known for finely saturated tones and a classic gemstone appeal, and when presented in a round mixed brilliant cut with excellent polish and no enhancement, it becomes a reliable centerpiece for an engagement ring that needs to catch every eye, or a showcase piece for a connoisseur who values natural beauty and expert cutting. This stone is versatile enough to serve as a solitary focus in a modern solitaire, to harmonize as the central gem in a halo design that magnifies its brilliance, or to be cataloged in a private collection where clarity grade and polish quality matter. At The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the gemology and the story of each stone, and we welcome your questions about setting options, mounting suggestions that will best display the mixed brilliant cut, and care instructions to keep the spinel looking its best for decades. If your quest is for a gemstone that marries natural intensity with thoughtful cutting to enhance every ray of light, this 1.83 carat purplish red round spinel is the solution that completes that search.