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A black spinel of 10.98 carats in an oval cut — unheated, from Sri Lanka/Ceylon, with some inclusions you can see. Spinel is a bright, singly-refractive stone that was often mistaken for ruby in old crown jewels.
Gem Details
- Gem Type: Spinel
- Number of stones: 1
- Weight: 10.98 cts
- Measurements: 16.00 × 12.00 mm
- Shape: Oval
- Cutting Style Crown: Rose Cut
- Transparency: Opaque
- Clarity: N/A
- Colour: Black
- Hue: Black
- Tone: 10 Black
- Saturation: N/A
- Species: Spinel
- Treatment: None
- Origin: Sri Lanka
- SKU: SPX0013
Unheated, documented with our in-house Skyjems Identification Report. Backed by our 30-day money-back guarantee, lifetime warranty, and free sizing and cleaning for life. Come and see it in person, or call David at 416-366-3335 — and if you've got a jeweller you love, we're glad to just sell you the stone.
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30-Day Private Inspection
Acquiring fine gemstones requires absolute confidence. We invite you to view your piece in your own home for 30 days. If it does not perfectly align with your vision, we will arrange a seamless, full-value return.
A Legacy of Trust
Our reputation is our most valuable asset. We invite you to read our independent Google Reviews to hear directly from the collectors, couples, and families who have commissioned their heirloom pieces from our bench.