3.22 Ct. Spinel from Burma (Myanmar)

Imagine holding a jewel that feels like a secret passed down through generations, a deep purple heart that seems to hold twilight and celebration in every facet, a stone that makes you smile before you even set it in gold. This transparent purple spinel weighs 3.22 carats and is cut into a graceful oval measuring 9.88 x 7.92 x 5.70 mm, a size that makes a statement without shouting. The mixed brilliant cut brings a lively play of light across its surface, catching room light and sunlight alike and returning it as scintillating flashes. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity is eye clean, so the face up view is pure and inviting, and the vivid color intensity gives this gem a saturated, energetic purple that reads as both romantic and regal. The polish is excellent, so when your fingers brush across the pavilion or the crown, the gem feels as finished and confident as a finely tailored garment. This stone has been heat treated, a common enhancement that intensifies color and stabilizes beauty, and its origin is Burma, Myanmar, a place renowned for producing some of the world s most treasured spinels. From the moment you lay eyes on it, you sense that you are not merely purchasing a pretty thing, you are welcoming a companion for life s meaningful moments.

To own this purple spinel is to invest in craftsmanship and refined taste in equal measure, because the careful cutting, precise faceting, and final polish are what transform a mineral into a jewel that speaks to the heart. The cutter balanced brilliance and depth, preserving the stone s vivid tone while opening up a window of light that moves as you move, creating a living shimmer that photographs beautifully and dazzles in person. The oval silhouette is versatile, flattering a variety of settings from a timeless solitaire to an ornate halo, and it lends itself to rings, pendants, and bespoke pieces designed to celebrate a love, an anniversary, or a personal milestone. Investment in a gemstone like this is about more than monetary value, although those who understand the market will tell you that a vivid, eye clean spinel from Burma is a rare and desirable combination. It is also an investment in the story you get to tell, in the way a well made gemstone elevates a moment into a memory, in the way it becomes an heirloom your children will cherish. The heat treatment was applied to bring out the fullest expression of color that nature intended, and the result is a gem that feels effortless, like a truth finally revealed.

When you choose this stone through The Natural Gemstone Company you choose provenance, integrity, and the attentive service of a team that cares as much about your joy as about the gem s pedigree. We see this piece as the centerpiece of new beginnings, whether you are designing a ring to mark a proposal, selecting a pendant to celebrate a milestone, or investing in a stone that will appreciate as a rare and beautiful object. Caring for this spinel is simple, you will want to keep it away from harsh chemicals and extreme heat, clean it with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and enjoy it often so the memory of every day it adorns you becomes part of its history. If you prefer a bespoke setting, our craftsmen can help you design something that honors the gem s oval shape and vivid purple, creating lines that flow naturally from the stone into the metal, enhancing both brilliance and comfort. This gem is an invitation to dream, to plan, to gift, and to remember, and when you wear it you will feel the quiet confidence that comes from owning something beautiful, honest, and impeccably finished. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to let this Burmese purple spinel become the next chapter in your story, a tangible expression of love and a lasting investment in beauty and craftsmanship.