Grey Spinel 1.15 ct Cushion Cut. Vivid Grey Spinel from Sri Lanka. We have predilection for grey spinels, dark spinels are perfect for rings. This beautiful gemstone is very sparkling despite its dark color.
WEIGHT : 1.15 ct
SIZE : 6.07 * 6.02 * 3.66 mm
SHAPE : Cushion
COLOR : 25. (V) Violet
TONE : 5. Medium
SATURATION : 1. Brownish / Grayish
CLARITY GRADE : Slight
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 antiquity, Spinels have been owned by kings, princes and emperors; have served to fund battles, people have been killed for them, and they have been used as war booty.
As a result of all these fabulous stories, Spinels have adorned the most beautiful crowns that can be found today in the best museums around the world, although under another name: Ruby (an example is the Black Prince's Ruby, which is actually a red Spinel).
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.
