Dark Mauve Spinel

Natural spinel is a gemstone that can have different colours, from red to blue. This spinel has a dark mauve colour, which gives it a dark appearance. The oval shape of the stone is suitable for mounting on a ring or brooch. The weight of the stone is 1.60 carats, which is quite large. The clarity of the stone is low as it has visible inclusions, i.e. small internal flaws. The treatment of the stone is untreated, which means that it has not undergone any chemical or thermal processes to improve its colour or clarity. This makes the spinel more natural and authentic. The origin of the stone is Sri Lanka, a country known for its wealth and diversity of gemstones. The stone's grade is hand-crafted, meaning it has been cut and polished by hand by a local craftsman but does not exhibit perfection of cut.