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4.08 Ct. Purple Spinel from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by May 4
Item ID: | K22707 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 11.62 Width: 8.82 Height: 5.09 |
Weight: | 4.08 Ct. |
Color: help | Purple |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $294 |
From the depths of Tanzania where earth and time conspire to form gems, this transparent purple spinel began its journey as a rare crystal hidden in alluvial gravels, found by skilled local miners who know the riverbeds and weathered veins like the lines of their own hands. Carefully separated from matrix and responsibly sourced, this 4.08 carat oval spinel was selected for its intense purple hue and clear transparency, then entrusted to master cutters. Measured at 11.62 x 8.82 x 5.09 mm, the gem received a mixed brilliant cut that balances faceted fire with a broad table to reveal its saturated color, and a polish deemed excellent. At eye level it grades very slightly included, a testament to its natural origin and clarity, and it carries no enhancements, preserving the honest character bestowed by its Tanzanian birthplace. With each step from raw stone to finished gem, The Natural Gemstone Company focused on preserving the story, the provenance, and the natural beauty that makes this spinel distinct.
In the lap of jewelry this stone offers both presence and practicality, its facets catching light with lively flashes while its oval silhouette sits elegantly on the finger, as shown in photographs that convey scale and sparkle. On the Mohs scale spinel rates at 8, which makes it distinctly durable for everyday wear when compared to sapphire which rates at 9, and diamond which rates at 10. This level of hardness ensures strong resistance to scratches and provides confidence that the gem will endure in rings, pendants, or other settings, while basic care such as avoiding hard knocks and extreme temperature shifts will help maintain its polish. The combination of intense color, transparent clarity, and excellent workmanship makes this Tanzanian spinel a meaningful choice for collectors and those seeking a gemstone with character and resilience, offered with pride by The Natural Gemstone Company, and we are happy to assist with custom settings, certification, and any questions about care and provenance.
