An exceptional 1.393 carat natural spinel from Burma (Myanmar) in a deep, evenly saturated red — the most historically prized colour and origin combination in the spinel world. Faceted as a pear with ideal proportions earning it a "Vibrant" designation from the certifying lab, this stone is fully transparent with no indications of any treatment. Formed roughly 35 million years ago in the legendary gem gravels of Mogok, it offers the fire and saturation long associated with the finest "Balas Rubies" of royal history.
Details
Colour: Deep Red
Carat Weight: 1.39 ct
Dimensions (L x W x H) : 7.57 x 6.32 x 4.63 mm
Shape: Pear
Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Treatment: None
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Bin Location: SL
What Makes It Special
Burmese red spinel has a storied history — for centuries, the finest examples were mistaken for ruby and set into royal crown jewels, including the Black Prince's Ruby in the British Imperial State Crown, which is in fact a red spinel. Sourced from Mogok, the same legendary region that produces the world's finest rubies, this stone carries a deep, even red with excellent transparency and no treatment — qualities that make fine Burmese red spinel one of the most sought-after and increasingly scarce categories in the gem market today, especially given ongoing sourcing disruptions from Myanmar.
