Red spinels larger than one carat will sell for a premium, and Myanmar (Burma) traditionally produces the finest quality stones. A 3-ct red spinel would make a beautiful ring stone but has a smaller market than a blue sapphire. 18k white gold ring with a cushion-cut, 3.09-ct Burmese spinel and 38 full-cut diamond accents. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Clars Auction Gallery.
Red Spinel, 3.09 ct Faceted Cushion Cut in Ring from Myanmar
Red spinels larger than one carat will sell for a premium, and Myanmar (Burma) traditionally produces the finest quality stones. A 3-ct red spinel would make a beautiful ring stone but has a smaller market than a blue sapphire. 18k white gold ring with a cushion-cut, 3.09-ct Burmese spinel and 38 full-cut diamond accents. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Clars Auction Gallery.
Article: Risk Management and Gem Buying for Profit
Credit: Clars Auction Gallery
| Gemstone | Spinel |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Myanmar |
| Carat Weight | 3.09 |
| Jewelry type | Ring |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Red |
| Transparency | Transparent |