Spinel
Discover the Splendour of Spinel
Spinel is one of the gemstone world's most exciting and increasingly celebrated treasures. Long overshadowed by ruby and sapphire — gemstones it closely resembles — spinel is now recognised in its own right as an exceptional gem of remarkable beauty, rarity, and colour range. Some of history's most famous "rubies", including the Black Prince's Ruby in the British Crown Jewels, are in fact magnificent spinels.
Why Choose Spinel?
- Extraordinary colour range — from vivid reds and hot pinks to electric blues, lavenders, oranges, and blacks
- Exceptional brilliance — spinel's high refractive index gives it a dazzling, lively sparkle
- Excellent durability — rated 8 on the Mohs hardness scale, perfect for all types of jewellery
- Typically untreated — most spinel is sold without heat treatment or enhancements, a rarity in today's gem market
- August birthstone — a vibrant and meaningful alternative birthstone alongside peridot
Spinel Varieties
- Red Spinel — the most prized variety, with a vivid red rivalling the finest rubies
- Pink & Hot Pink Spinel — intensely saturated and highly sought after by collectors
- Blue & Cobalt Spinel — rare and stunning, with an electric blue colour of exceptional intensity
- Lavender & Purple Spinel — soft and romantic, with a unique and distinctive appeal
- Black Spinel — bold and dramatic, with a deep opaque lustre perfect for contemporary designs
Origins & Quality
Our spinel gemstones are sourced from the world's finest deposits, including Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Tajikistan. Each stone is individually selected for its exceptional colour, clarity, and natural beauty.
