Purple Red Spinel. Oval cut. 1.66 ct. Beautiful Gem!

Purple Red Spinel. Oval cut. 1.66 ct. Little nick into the girdle. Beautiful Gem!

WEIGHT : 1.66
SIZE : 8.26 * 6.60 * 4.43
SHAPE : Oval
COLOR : 29. (PR/RP) Purple Red
TONE : 5. Medium
SATURATION : 3. Very Slightly Brownish / Grayish
CLARITY GRADE : Moderate
CUT GRADE : Good
TREATMENT : Not evidence of heat
HARDNESS : 8

Inclusions type : Solid inclusions

The Spinel is the latest stone to become part of the list of birthstones. In 2016, the American Gem Trade Association included the Spinel as the birthstone of August. 

In recent years the gray spinel are being used for engagement rings, the mount being made with a dark spinel, surrounded by a halo of diamonds.   

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