1.46 Carat Natural Vivid Red Spinel – Tanzania
1.46 Carat Natural Vivid Red Spinel – Tanzania
A striking 1.46 carat natural red spinel from Tanzania, displaying the rich crimson-to-vivid-red flashes that make fine red spinel one of the most desirable varieties in the spinel family.
Cut into a classic cushion shape, this stone combines deep red body color with intense flashes of brighter red as it moves through the light. Its natural inclusions remain visible under magnification and are part of the individual character of the gemstone.
Most importantly, the accompanying gemological report identifies the stone as natural spinel and states “No Indication of Heat.”
Gemstone Details
- Gemstone: Natural Spinel
- Weight: 1.46 carats
- Color/Hue: Vivid Red
- Origin: Tanzania
- Shape: Cushion Cut
- Measurements: 6.99 × 6.31 mm (see report for complete depth measurement)
- Treatment: No indication of heat
- Hardness: 8 on the Mohs scale
- Condition: Loose gemstone
- Gemological Report: AIG – American International GemLab
- Report No.: GEM20260910180213
Why Red Spinel?
For centuries, exceptional red spinels were sometimes mistaken for ruby because of their remarkable color. Today, natural red spinel is recognized as a distinct gemstone prized by collectors for its combination of color, brilliance, durability, and rarity.
Unlike many colored gemstones routinely encountered with treatment, this specimen’s report states no indication of heat, making it particularly appealing to collectors seeking natural material.
The Tanzanian origin adds another dimension to the stone. East Africa has become an important source of exceptional spinel, including highly saturated red and pink material sought in the international colored-stone market.
Offered at $3,000
An excellent candidate for a custom ring or pendant, or for preservation as a loose collector gemstone.
The exact gemstone pictured is the gemstone you will receive. Macro photography and strong lighting reveal details, inclusions, reflections, and color zoning that may appear differently under normal viewing conditions.