If there is one place in the world synonymous with red spinel, it is Burma. For centuries, this region has produced stones of unmatched color and intensity – and this 3.51-carat spinel is a worthy representative of that legacy. A rich, pure red free of distracting secondary hues, consistently compelling across different lighting conditions and carrying a luminosity that immediately draws the eye.
At 9.69 x 7.93 x 5.64 mm, the stone has a presence that genuinely commands attention in a setting. The antique oval cut gives it a character that modern cuts rarely achieve: broader facets, softer transitions, a light play that feels deeper and warmer. For a rich red like this, that's no coincidence – it's a deliberate choice of quality over convention.
Clarity grades at very slight inclusions, affecting neither the visual appeal nor the integrity of the stone. Particularly noteworthy: the stone shows no signs of thermal treatment – exactly as nature intended. This is confirmed by two highly regarded institutions: Lotus Gemology, internationally recognized for its precise colored stone assessments, and GLA – Gemmological Laboratory Austria. Two certifications, one clear outcome.
Red spinel from Burma, untreated, in this size and color quality – a stone that speaks for itself.
