This 5.58 ct blue Spinel has a refined, steel-blue color with flashes of brighter blue across its cushion-cut facets. Its generous size and understated tone give it a distinctive presence, whether displayed in a collection or set as the centerpiece of a custom ring or pendant.
Spinel is a magnesium aluminium oxide (MgAl₂O₄) found in several colors, including blue, red, and pink. It has a Mohs hardness of 8 and a typical refractive index of approximately 1.718. Gem-quality spinel is found in localities including Myanmar, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania.
