4.01 Ct. Spinel from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

If you are searching for the perfect center stone for an engagement ring, or a rare and collectible gem that signals discerning taste, this transparent 4.01 carat cushion shape blue spinel is designed to answer your needs, The Natural Gemstone Company presents a gem that balances presence, beauty, and rarity, every aspect of this spinel has been selected to satisfy buyers who want a meaningful and lasting stone, the weight, which is often the single most important factor in both visual impact and market value, is a standout feature here, at 4.01 carats this cushion shape blue spinel is large enough to dominate a mounting and to be instantly noticed on the hand, it measures 10.49 by 8.17 by 5.61 millimeters which gives it a generous face up size, the mixed brilliant cut and the excellent polish create lively faceting that interacts beautifully with the intense blue color, clarity is eye clean when evaluated at eye level which means the stone reads as clean and pure to the naked eye, enhancement is none, and the origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka which adds provenance and desirability for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Understanding how carat weight translates into rarity and value will help you appreciate why a 4.01 carat spinel is special, gemstones do not increase in availability evenly as size rises, stones in the one to two carat range can be relatively common for many gem species, however once you move past three carats and approach four carats you enter a scale where each additional tenth of a carat creates a meaningful step up in scarcity, this spinel sits just above the four carat threshold, which places it in a category that is sought after by serious buyers, beyond rarity, weight also affects the face up presence and the way light travels through the stone, given the cushion proportions and a depth of 5.61 millimeters this gem offers a balanced pavilion that helps preserve brightness without sacrificing color, the intense color intensity of this blue spinel means that its hue remains rich even in larger sizes, when you combine substantial weight with eye clean clarity and no enhancement, you have a stone whose market value reflects not only its carat weight but the superior quality attributes that collectors and fine jewelry clients prize.

From a design and practical perspective the mixed brilliant cut in a cushion outline marries old world elegance with modern sparkle, the mixed brilliant arrangement concentrates fire across the crown facets while the cushion silhouette provides a soft and wearable profile, the excellent polish ensures each facet edge is clean and the table sits smoothly so that light passes and returns with minimal diffusion, for customers seeking a showstopping engagement ring this spinel can be set in classic four prongs to maximize light, or in a bezel for a more contemporary and secure look while still allowing the intense blue to dominate, given the substantial face up dimensions the stone works beautifully set as a solitaire, or surrounded by smaller accent diamonds or colored gemstones to complement the intense blue, because this spinel is unheated and shows no enhancement it carries a purity of origin that is increasingly rare and highly desirable, the Ceylon provenance adds a historical and geographical narrative that appeals to collectors, those who appreciate natural gems will value the combination of size, color, and clarity that this example offers.

When you choose this 4.01 carat cushion blue spinel from The Natural Gemstone Company you are choosing a solution that meets the needs of both an emotional purchase and a long term investment, if your priority is to secure a unique engagement stone that reads as substantial on the finger and sparkles with intense blue, this gem answers that brief with authority, if you are a collector seeking larger unenhanced spinels from notable origins, this stone is a rare find that will be easy to reappraise and appreciate as a collection cornerstone, our team can assist with mounting recommendations, metal selections, and visualizations to ensure the final piece matches your personal style and practical needs, we understand that weight matters to you, both for the immediate visual impact and for the lasting market value, this 4.01 carat Ceylon blue spinel combines scale, intense color, eye clean clarity, and superb finishing, if you would like to discuss setting options or request additional photos and video to evaluate the stone in hand, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company and we will provide attentive guidance to ensure this exceptional spinel becomes the perfect answer to your search.