• Finished version of Asscher Style Octagon Cut Spinel
  • Rough version of Asscher Style Octagon Cut Spinel
    Finished version of Asscher Style Octagon Cut SpinelRough version of Asscher Style Octagon Cut Spinel

    Spinel – Natural, Faceted, Purple, .82 ct

    This spinel has great clarity and almost could be considered a color change stone. It goes from an unusual blue purple with some greenish yellow flashes (dispersion?) in daylight to pink purple under incandescent light. Color: Sligthly Grayish Pink-Purple, Treatment: None, Cut: Asscher Style Octagon, Weight: .82, Dimensions: 5.28. (Information supplied by photo contributor.) © Daniel Stair, CustomGemstones.com

    Credit: Daniel Stair, CustomGemstones.com 2014

    GemstoneSpinel
    Natural or man madeNatural
    OriginTanzania
    Origin detailsTanzania
    Carat Weight.82
    Gem StateFaceted
    FaceterDaniel Stair
    ColorPurple
    TransparencyTransparent
    Photo phenomenaColor Change