1.52 CT Natural Purple Spinel – Tanzania – GFCO Certified
Striking 1.52 carat natural purple spinel from Tanzania, featuring a distinctive pear shape with rich plum-purple coloration and vivid magenta and pink flashes as the gemstone moves through the light.
Accompanied by a GFCO Gem Lab report confirming the gemstone as natural spinel of Tanzanian origin with no heat and no treatment.
Gemstone Details
- Gemstone: Natural Purple Spinel
- Weight: 1.52 carats
- Color: Purple / Plum-Magenta
- Origin: Tanzania
- Shape: Pear
- Dimensions: 9.01 × 6.36 × 4.34 mm
- Crown Cut: Brilliant
- Pavilion Cut: Step (3)
- Treatment: No Heat – No Treatment
- Certification: GFCO Gem Lab
- Report #: AAP97737
- Price: $595
At just over 9 mm in length, this spinel has excellent visual presence and would make a distinctive centerpiece for a custom pendant or ring. Its deep purple body color comes alive under direct lighting with intense wine-red, magenta and pink reflections.
Natural inclusions are present and visible, giving the gemstone individual character and providing buyers with an honest representation of the stone.
Natural spinel has become increasingly appreciated by collectors for its durability, brilliance and naturally occurring range of colors. This example combines an attractive 1.52 ct size, pear cut, documented Tanzanian origin, and untreated status.
Photographs show the actual gemstone. Images have been cleaned for presentation while natural inclusions remain visible. Color may vary with lighting, viewing conditions and display settings.