2.89 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This offering from The Natural Gemstone Company is a transparent, cushion shape spinel weighing 2.89 carats, with dimensions of 9.95 x 7.85 x 4.92 mm, and a mixed brilliant cut. The gem displays a vivid reddish pink hue with dark color intensity, and its clarity has been evaluated as very very slightly included at eye level, indicating excellent visual purity for unaided inspection. The cut combines facets oriented to maximize both scintillation and depth, and the gem is finished with an excellent polish, which produces crisp facet junctions and a reflective surface that aids light performance. There has been no enhancement, and the origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source known for producing spinels with rich color and consistent crystal quality. These specific attributes, taken together, define the gem as a high quality natural spinel suitable for fine jewelry applications where natural color and transparency are primary considerations.

The optical behavior of this spinel contributes directly to its perceived flawlessness when examined in typical lighting and wearing conditions, even though the formal clarity grading notes very very slight inclusions at eye level. The mixed brilliant cut creates an interplay between larger pavilion facets and smaller crown facets, promoting strong contrast and a controlled light return that emphasizes color saturation without sacrificing sparkle. The deep, dark intensity of the reddish pink color gives the stone a velvety appearance that masks minor internal features, while the exceptional polish transforms each facet into a precise plane for reflection, allowing light to traverse the stone and emerge as consistent, evenly distributed brilliance. From the table to the girdle, from the crown facets to the pavilion, every surface contributes to a cohesive optical presentation, so that as the stone rotates it maintains a stable, saturated color field punctuated by lively flashes of brightness, resulting in a perception of near flawless beauty from every angle.

Provenance and treatment status are important to collectors and designers, and this spinel meets high standards on both counts. Sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, it carries the provenance of a classic spinel locality, and the absence of enhancement preserves the natural character of the color and clarity. The combination of natural origin, no enhancement, and meticulous finishing means the gem will integrate predictably into a variety of mounting styles, whether set to showcase the table for a solitaire, placed within a halo to increase apparent size and contrast, or used in a bespoke design that takes advantage of the cushion outline. For clients seeking a gem that reads as virtually flawless in everyday use, this spinel offers both the visual purity and structural integrity expected of a durable, wearable gemstone. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this stone as a refined example of natural spinel, combining measured gemological quality with the aesthetic presence that translates into enduring jewelry and collectible value.