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With colour and vibrance to rival more established counterparts, spinel is rising in prominence in gem and jewellery circles. Once mistaken for other gemstones, it is coming into its own as the trade increasingly appreciates its range and versatility.
Blue spinel from Sri Lanka and reddish-pink spinel from Tajikistan, from Pamir Gems
A 16.33-carat red spinel from Pamir Gems
Spinels from Pamir Gems
Spinel and diamond ring by Ivy New York
Diamond ring with asymmetrical spinel from Myanmar by Ivy New York
A 3.12-carat pink Mahenge spinel from Yavorskyy
A 4.48-carat red spinel from Yavorskyy
Lavender spinels from Yavorskyy
Pear-shaped earrings with red spinels, rubies and diamonds by Ivy New York
Imperial Spinel necklace from the Magnifica 2021 collection of Bulgari
Long underestimated, spinel is finally taking its rightful place among the greats in the coloured gemstone world. In the last few years, it has been enchanting the trade and the public alike with its wondrous colours and versatility.
Remarkably, spinel had been hiding in plain sight for years, often mistaken for its more prominent counterparts. Royalty over the centuries displayed a fondness for the stone, which occupied pride of place in many a resplendent crown. The Black Prince’s Ruby, an uncut 170-carat red spinel, adorns the Imperial State Crown of the British royal family. Spinels likewise sparkle in the jewels of...
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