2.54 Ct. Spinel from Tanzania

This pear shaped purplish pink spinel from Tanzania is a rare balance of color and clarity that will appeal to buyers who know value when they see it, it weighs 2.54 carat and measures 9.55 by 7.23 by 5.39 mm, it is faceted in a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation and return of light, it is transparent with a clarity grade of slightly included when evaluated at eye level, it shows a medium intense color that sits between delicate pink and warm violet, and it has an excellent polish that gives every facet a crisp finish, unlike many commercial pink sapphires and treated stones this spinel is entirely natural with no enhancement, provenance from Tanzania adds provenance and interest because Tanzanian spinels are known for their fresh pastel to vivid pinks, and compared with pink sapphires and morganites this spinel offers a superior combination of hardness and lively brilliance, spinel rates about 8 on the Mohs scale which makes it durable for daily wear, and yet it is often more affordable than comparable natural pink sapphires that are heat treated or diffused, the mixed brilliant cut and the quality of the polish mean that set into a solitaire or a halo this stone will show vivid flashes of pink and violet that change in different lights, the size and shape are versatile, flattering on many hand types, and particularly effective in drop pendants where the pear silhouette echoes the line of the neck and jaw.

The romantic story of this purplish pink spinel begins with an Indonesian sunrise imagined across the landscapes of Tanzania where the rough was found, the medium intense hue recalls the first shy bloom of dawn when the sky is neither fully day nor night, pear shaped like a tear of joy this gem feels like a promise kept, its slight inclusions are visible only upon close inspection and they read like the small, honest marks of shared history that make a relationship authentic, a flawless stone can seem distant and perfect in the way a photograph can be perfect, this spinel is different because it wears its tiny internal echoes like a memory, it refracts light with an open heart, when held between fingers the color softens into a silken blush that mirrors lipstick and rose petals, imagine this gem set as an engagement center with warm rose gold to amplify the pink, or mounted as a delicate pendant that rests above the heart, The Natural Gemstone Company has curated this particular specimen because it speaks of timeless tenderness and practical beauty, a gem for someone who prefers natural stories to laboratory narratives, the absence of enhancement honors the stone and the wearer alike, and the Tanzanian origin adds a sense of place that can be woven into vows and anniversaries.

When deciding between stones, consider the long term value and delight, a natural, untreated purplish pink spinel of 2.54 carat is uncommon in the market where many pink gems receive heat or diffusion to achieve desired tones, compared with lab created options this spinel carries natural scarcity and resale desirability, compared with treated pink sapphires this spinel demands less risk of future repair or color issues because its medium intense color is inherent and stable, the excellent polish and skilled cutting also mean that more of the rough material was preserved as beauty rather than being sacrificed to chase a deeper color, for daily wear choose a secure setting because the hardness of 8 provides confidence for rings and bracelets, care is simple, clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush, avoid extreme heat and harsh chemicals, for collectors this piece represents an opportunity to own a gemstone that combines eye catching pastel elegance with honest natural character, The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind provenance and ethical sourcing for this Tanzanian spinel, we can provide additional photos under your preferred lighting, and we are happy to discuss setting options that will best showcase the pear shape and medium intense purplish pink hue.