3.39 Ct. Purplish Pink Spinel from Burma (Myanmar)

This beautiful transparent 3.39 carat pear shape purplish pink spinel from Burma, with precise dimensions of 10.11 x 8.99 x 5.49 mm, is a rare and striking example of what The Natural Gemstone Company sources and presents to collectors and designers. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to maximize scintillation and return of light, and the excellent polish gives each facet a mirror-like finish that enhances both sparkle and saturation. Evaluated at eye level and graded as very very slightly included, this stone reads as effectively eye-clean in everyday wear, allowing the intense color intensity to dominate the visual story. Importantly, this spinel is untreated, no enhancement, which means you are getting a natural color straight from its Burmese origin without any heat or coating interventions. For buyers who appreciate provenance and natural gem chemistry, a spinel from Burma carries a pedigree that puts it in a distinct class when compared with commercially treated pink stones on the market.

When comparing this purplish pink spinel to other gemstones commonly used for similar color palettes, its advantages become clear. A pink or purplish pink sapphire of comparable tone often comes at a premium and is frequently heat-treated to achieve uniform color, whereas this spinel delivers intense, natural hue without enhancement, offering authenticity at a more attractive price point. Morganite and pink tourmaline can present softer, pastel pinks that are beautiful but lack the same refractive brilliance and long-term color permanence; tourmaline is also softer and more prone to wear. Garnets that show pink tones, such as rhodolite, typically have different optical characteristics and less lively sparkle than a well-cut spinel. Spinel’s Mohs hardness near 8 gives it a durability advantage over many pink gemstones used in jewelry, meaning it holds up well in daily-wear rings and pendant pieces without compromising on the saturated, lively color that sets it apart. Compared to synthetic or glass simulants, this natural spinel offers the genuine depth and internal life that only a natural, transparent gem can provide.

In a jewelry setting this purplish pink pear will stand out dramatically, whether used as a solitaire, as a teardrop pendant, or as the centerpiece of an intricate halo design. The pear shape is inherently versatile, elongating the finger in ring settings and catching light at multiple angles in earrings and pendants. At 10.11 x 8.99 x 5.49 mm, the size is significant enough to read as a luxurious statement, yet manageable for elegant settings that balance presence with wearability. The mixed brilliant cut intensifies flashes of white light and colored fire, so set in white metals like platinum or white gold it will zing with contrast and scintillation, and set in warm metals like rose or yellow gold it will take on a richer, more romantic glow, subtly shifting the perception of its purplish pink tone. Because the clarity is very very slightly included at eye level, the surface appears clean and transparent, allowing jewelers to use open-back or classic prong settings with confidence, ensuring that the intense color remains the focus rather than being muted by inclusions or heavy mounting.

Choosing this Burmese, untreated spinel from The Natural Gemstone Company is a decision that balances rarity, value, and long-term satisfaction. Spinels of this caliber and color are uncommon in the market, and the lack of enhancement amplifies both desirability and resale appeal for collectors who value natural, well-documented stones. From a value perspective, you are often getting the visual impact of a much pricier pink or purplish gemstone at a more accessible price per carat, while retaining superior toughness and enduring color. For those commissioning bespoke work, the exact measurements and cutter’s approach allow bench jewelers to design settings that show the stone to best advantage, and our team can advise on prong count, girdle orientation, and complementary accent stones to maximize brilliance and secure wear. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the gem’s documented origin and untreated status, and we invite you to contact us for additional imagery, custom setting consultations, and care recommendations so that your investment remains a luminous, eye-catching centerpiece for generations.