FA-SPIN024PB-001-074

Natural Gems Belgium Colored Stone Certification FA-SPIN024PB-001-074

IDENTIFICATION : Natural Pinkish Purple spinel - 1.09 ct - oval - unheated

Species : Natural Spinel

Variety : Purple Spinel

DESCRIPTION

Shape & Cutting Style : Oval, Mixed Cut
Measurements : 7.0 x 5.5 x 3.6 mm
Carat Weight : 1.09 Carat
Color : Pinkish Purple
Clarity : I3
Transparency : Transparent
Luster : Vitreous

Crystallography : Isometric
Dispersion : 0.020
Hardness : 7.5-8
Refractive index: 1.715-1.747
Specific gravity :  3.55 to 3.90

COMMENTS :

No indication of heating, no indication of other treatment

Tiny chip on down side 

Natural Gems Belgium classifies spinels as Type II clarity gemstones, which means they're usually included. Although the highest-valued spinels are usually eye-clean, most spinels contain inclusions visible only through magnification and some visible to the naked eye.

Personal Note From Natural Gems Belgium:

This Pinkish Purple Spinel gemstone has a Good cut grade with Good symmetry and polish, and a good vitreous luster. The carat weight is good. Deep purple color. A tiny chip on the down side.