FA-SPIN024PB-001-068

Natural Gems Belgium Colored Stone Certification FA-SPIN024PB-001-068

IDENTIFICATION : Natural Purple spinel - 2.5 ct - cushion - unheated - pinkish fire

Species : Natural Spinel

Variety : Purple Spinel

DESCRIPTION

Shape & Cutting Style : Cushion, Mixed Cut
Measurements : 7.6 x 7.3 x 5.3 mm
Carat Weight : 2.50 Carat
Color : deep purple with pinkish purple hues
Clarity : SI1
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

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 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