Birthstone
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Spinel is the newest addition to the official birthstone list, recognized in 2016 as an August birthstone by the American Gem Trade Association. For centuries, spinels have adorned royal crowns and been mistaken for rubies—famously, the “Black Prince’s Ruby” is in fact a red spinel. Today, spinel is treasured for its beauty, durability, and wide range of colors, including rare pinks like these.