2.28 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Imagine holding a piece of the earth that seems to hold twilight itself, a deep and poetic purple that catches the eye and quiets the room with a single glance, this breathtaking transparent 2.28 carat oval purple spinel is that moment, refined into gemstone form. From the very first flash of light reflected in its mixed brilliant cut facets, you feel a connection to something rare and beautiful. Measuring 9.17 by 6.69 by 4.53 millimeters, the proportions are perfectly balanced, offering an elegant presence on the finger or as the centerpiece of a bespoke pendant. The rich dark color intensity invites you to look deeper and linger, while the excellent polish gives every facet a crisp, mirror like finish that plays with light in a way that feels both modern and timeless. This is more than a stone, it is a memory waiting to be made, a private joy that transforms an accessory into an heirloom.

As a gemstone specialist at The Natural Gemstone Company I adore sharing the details that make a gem truly exceptional, this spinel bears the mark of quality in every measurable way. The clarity has been graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning that what you see is a clean, luminous interior with only the most delicate natural features that are barely perceptible even to a practiced eye. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to enhance the stone's fire and brilliance, marrying the sparkle of brilliant facets with the elegance of an oval outline. Origin matters deeply to collectors and connoisseurs, and this spinel comes from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a region celebrated for producing gemstones with depth and character. Importantly this gem has undergone no enhancement, it is offered in its natural state, a pure expression of geological artistry, a rarity that elevates its desirability for a discerning high end collection.

Think about how this voice of violet will live in your life and within your collection, set as the center of a bespoke ring it will anchor a design with confidence and sophistication, paired with warm yellow gold the purple will sing with regal contrast, paired with cool platinum or white gold it will glow with modern refinement, surrounded by delicate melee diamonds it will tell a story of quiet luxury. The size and weight are ideal for both statement pieces and refined everyday wear, and the oval shape offers flattering proportions that elongate the finger and provide an elegant silhouette. For collectors who seek stones that feel like discoveries this spinel fills that desire, it offers rarity without pretension, the kind of gem that sparks conversation effortlessly and becomes attached to the moments you share with it, the way a treasured chapter becomes part of a life story. The excellent polish ensures that every angle captures light and returns it to the viewer as scintillation and glow, making it a living centerpiece in any high end collection.

Selecting this gem through The Natural Gemstone Company means choosing more than an object, it means choosing stewardship and a dedication to beauty, our expertise lets us present this spinel with the confidence that it will become one of those pieces that you reach for when you want to feel celebrated. Envision presenting this stone as a gift and seeing the emotion bloom across a loved ones face, imagine the personal pride of handing a gemstone with clear provenance and untreated authenticity into the hands of someone who understands beauty, the memory of that moment will outlast fashions and trends. For collectors looking to add an investment grade element to their array, this natural Ceylon spinel embodies both aesthetic richness and lasting appeal, it is a rare opportunity to own a dark, lustrous purple that remains fully natural and beautifully finished. When you are ready to enrich your collection with a gem that promises joy, love, and the quiet thrill of finding something truly special, The Natural Gemstone Company is here to guide you, to show you this stone, and to help you imagine the life it will lead in your collection.