1.84 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.84 carat oval pinkish purple spinel from Ceylon offered by The Natural Gemstone Company stands apart from many market offerings through a combination of natural origin, clean appearance to the eye, and refined cutting. Measuring 8.48 by 6.83 by 3.87 millimeters, this gem carries a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation while preserving shape and color, a clarity graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level which translates to an eye clean presentation, a medium intense color that reads as a lively pink violet in a variety of lighting conditions, and an excellent polish that gives the surface a glasslike finish. Importantly, this spinel is completely natural with no enhancements, so its color and transparency are intrinsic, not the result of heating or filling treatments that are common in many marketplace stones. When you compare it to synthetics, lab enhanced spinels, or heavily treated colored stones, this Ceylon origin piece offers authenticity, a pleasing eye clean look, and the assurance that the tone and saturation you see will not shift because of undisclosed treatments.

In everyday view and under angled light the gem behaves like a stone twice its size, because the mixed brilliant cut combines the best traits of brilliant facetting with a thoughtful pavilion design that returns light in lively flashes and controlled fire. Compared to step cuts that emphasize clarity at the expense of sparkle, or simple ovals with shallow facet patterns that can appear glassy, this cut balances brilliance and color saturation so the pinkish purple appears consistent across the table and crown while still offering lively facet play around the girdle and pavilion. The clarity grading of very slightly included at eye level means that inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt light transmission, so the gem reads as visually flawless in normal wear, enhancing perceived purity and depth from every angle. The excellent polish ensures that each facet edge is crisp, which not only increases initial shine but also sustains that bright finish as the gem is set and worn. Compared to many Sri Lankan stones that have been heat treated to adjust color, this untreated spinel retains its natural hue, a quality that collectors and discerning buyers value above artificially intensified saturation.

From a value and wearability perspective this spinel offers advantages that make it superior for those seeking a long term, attractive, and versatile investment. Pinkish purple spinels from Ceylon are less common than routine pink sapphires or amethysts, and when found in an eye clean, medium intense material with an excellent polish, they present a distinctive look without the premium pricing of top grade sapphires or rubies. Spinel sits high on the durability scale for colored stones, making it an excellent choice for everyday jewelry, and its mixed brilliant cut and oval silhouette translate beautifully into solitaire rings, halo settings, and delicate pendant designs where the stone can be showcased. Compared to more commonly available pale amethysts that may lack durability and depth, or to synthetic alternatives that lack provenance, this natural Ceylon spinel gives you authentic provenance, stability of color and clarity, and a tactile quality that only an untreated natural gemstone can provide. At The Natural Gemstone Company we select pieces that combine aesthetic distinction with honest gemological attributes, and this 1.84 carat oval spinel is a prime example of how natural clarity, precise cutting, and untouched color create a gem that looks flawless to the eye and radiates beauty from every angle.