2.10 Ct. Purple Cabochon Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This listing presents a single, translucent 2.10 carat pear shaped purple spinel originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, with exact dimensions of 10.82 by 6.90 by 3.04 mm. The cutting style is cabochon, hand finished to an excellent polish, and the gem is natural with no enhancement reported. Clarity has been evaluated as slightly included at eye level, which indicates the presence of minor internal features that are observable under careful inspection but do not compromise structural integrity. Color intensity is classified as light, yielding a delicate and even violet to lilac tone across the surface, and the combination of weight and size places this material in a small group of spinels of this hue and dimension available on the market. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this stone with the emphasis on its natural provenance, careful cutting decisions, and the preservation of original material characteristics through non enhancement.

From a lapidary perspective the cabochon cut is executed to maximize the stone s translucency and to present a soft even luster rather than faceted brilliance. The pear outline is proportioned with a length to width ratio of approximately 1.57, a ratio that balances visual elongation with secure mounting options. The dome height corresponds to the 3.04 mm thickness, providing a pleasing convex profile that supports internal light diffusion without appearing bulbous in jewelry settings. During cutting the cutter oriented the rough to align the principal crystal axis in a way that reduces the visual impact of inclusions, a standard practice when working with spinel material that exhibits octahedral growth remnants or minute mineral inclusions. The excellent polish indicates careful final work with fine abrasives and felt polishing plates, resulting in a smooth surface that enhances tactile quality and optical clarity while maintaining the natural character of the stone.

Technically spinel is singly refractive with a refractive index typically in the range of 1.712 to 1.719 and a specific gravity near 3.58 to 3.61, properties that contribute to its substantial feel relative to size and to the manner in which light is transmitted through a domed cabochon. Unlike colored stones that display strong pleochroism, spinel s color remains uniform when viewed from different angles, which is particularly advantageous in a cabochon where the viewer expects consistent tone. The light purple color intensity of this piece is rarer in spinel populations than the more frequently encountered reds and blues, and the presence of that hue in a 2.10 carat cabochon is notable. Because the stone is natural and untreated the color reflects the gem s intrinsic trace element composition and crystal lattice environment, with thermal stability and colorfastness that will perform well in daily wear. Hardness on the Mohs scale is approximately 8, which indicates good resistance to abrasion and a solid suitability for rings pendants and other jewelry, provided traditional protective settings are used for cabochons to avoid edge wear.

For designers and connoisseurs seeking a rare material the combination of pear shape cabochon execution light purple tone and 2.10 carat weight differentiates this offering from the typical spinel inventory. Many spinels of similar hue are found in smaller sizes or polished as small ovals or rounds, making a well proportioned pear cabochon of this weight uncommon and therefore desirable for bespoke pieces. Recommended mounting approaches include a low bezel that follows the pear outline and secures the cabochon without obscuring its apex and point, or a custom gallery setting that elevates the stone to maximize light entry through the dome while protecting the girdle. The slight inclusions give the gem character and do not detract from its visual appeal under normal viewing distances, and for buyers who require formal documentation we recommend standard gemological verification to confirm natural origin and to record the reported characteristics. The Natural Gemstone Company is pleased to offer this Ceylon purple spinel as a piece that combines geological pedigree precise craftsmanship and rare dimensional presence, and we are available to advise on suitable mounting styles and to provide additional photomicrographs or viewing angles upon request.