
Spinel
about Spinel
The spinels are any of a class of minerals of general formulation A2+B23+O42- which crystallise in the cubic (isometric) crystal system, with the oxide anions arranged in a cubic close-packed lattice and the cations A and B occupying some or all of the octahedral and tetrahedral sites in the lattice. A and B can be divalent, trivalent, or quadrivalent cations, including magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, aluminium, chromium, titanium, and silicon. Although the anion is normally oxide, structures are also known for the rest of the chalcogenides. A and B can also be the same metal under different charges, such as the case in Fe3O4 (as Fe2+Fe23+O42-). Spinel are commonly found in the same deposites where sapphires are found and before modern gemology were thought to be sapphires or rubies. Spinels were chosen by many of the Royal families over sapphires and rubies due to their brilliance and vivid colors. Many of the crown jewels on displayed in museums around the world have spinels that were once tought to be sapphire and ruby. Many jewelers think of spinel as the perfect jewelry gemstone due to their durability hardness and variety of colors. Spinel is a highly prized jewel in most societies. Spinel is rare and comes in so many colors and shades of colors that it is difficult to market in main stream retail jewelry stores. For someone looking for a unique highly durable gemstone, that few are lucky enough, to own spinel is a great option. Spinel is 100% natural with no known treatments to enhance thier color or clarity. Another good reason to choose spinel over sapphire or ruby is they are much more affordable and in fine qualities give the same look as sapphire or ruby.

Burmese Pink Spinel
Fine grade quality. Burmese pink spinel. The great imposter gem. Before modern testing of gemstones, spinel was considered to be fine sapphire. Price: On Sale. Was $124.99Now $75.00
Tanzanian Pink Spinel
Fine grade natural gemstone from Mahenge, Tanzania. Price: On Sale. Was $552.00Now $380.00
Tanzanian Pink Spinel
Fine grade natural gemstone from Mahenge, Tanzania. Price: On Sale. Was $1,001.00Now $599.00
Tanzanian red / pink Spinel
Fine grade natural gemstone from Mahenge, Tanzania. Price: On Sale. Was $448.00Now $294.00
Tanzanian Red/ Pink Spinel
Fine grade natural gemstone from Mahenge, Tanzania. Price: On Sale. Was $900.00Now $630.00
Vietnamese Pink Spinel
Extra fine grade natural spinel from Vietnam. Price: On Sale. Was $7,371.00Now $4,914.00
Vietnamese Pink Spinel
Extra fine grade natural gemstone from Vietnam.Standard calibration! 10x8mm Price: On Sale. Was $8,154.00
Now $4,530.00
Burmese Purple Spinel
Top gem quality.Burmese spinel is a natural gemstone. Strong "neon" fluorescence in U.V. light. Price: On Sale. Was $239.60Now $169.00
Burmese Purple Spinel
AAA, fine gem. Burmese spinel is a natural gemstone. Strong fluorescence in U.V. light. Price: On Sale. Was $333.30Now $169.20
Burmese Purple Spinel
AAA, fine gem quality. Burmese Purple Spinel is a natural gemstone. Fourth hardest natural material known to man. Calibrated to standard 7x5mm. SOLDBurmese Purple Spinel
Burmese purple spinel. Before modern testing spinel was considered sapphire. Spinel is found side by side with sapphire in the ground, usually closer to the surface. Spinel is mounted in most of the crown jewels around the world. Price: On Sale. Was $128.99Now $76.80
Burmese Purple Spinel Parcel
Natural spinel from Burma. 4 gem parcel. Price: On Sale. Was $604.00Now $302.00