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3.88 ct violet cobalt certified untreated natural spinel

SKU
Dimensions (mm)
10.200 x 8.720 x 5.700mm
Weight (cts)
3.880
Certified Gemstones
Yes
Treatment
No Treatment
Type
Faceted
Colours

Listing is for 7 stones total. Items 809387, 809029, 810232, 820293, 712162, 1491361, 808430.


Especially pretty tone pure blue violet color under most lights. Only a slight tonal color change but this violet is very rich compared to most others. Really a pretty looking stone and nice size as well at 3.88 cts. Sri Lanka origin. This is an especially rare gemstone.  VS quality under magnification.  Very lustrous with a super violet color which is very rare color. 

Certification says no indication of surface enhancements so no worries about cobalt diffusion.  This stone is NOT surface coated.  Neither are any of my other gems.  I buy direct from the miners and eliminate all the middle men so I can offer you the savings.   

Please be aware that I pride myself on bringing the best quality stones for the best possible prices.  I only select the best cut stones to offer my customers.   I try to price my stones below other sellers and try to make sure all customers are getting a true gemstone at a bargain price.   There is an article on this site about blue spinel titled “The rarest of them all”.  It is located in the learn section under Additional Gemstone Information.   Spinel is rarely treated or heated as it naturally comes without many inclusions and heating does nothing to increase the beauty of the stones.   Spinel is rapidly becoming more popular.  I’ve heard many gem affectionados state it was their favourite gemstone.  It was once thought to be sapphire or ruby depending upon the color.   The imperial crown housed in the tower of London has a large red spinel which was once thought to be a red ruby.  It is named the Black Prince’s Ruby and has a recorded history dating back to 1366 AD. Cobalt is the main colorant in blue spinels and are especially rare.  For me I prefer them over sapphires.  The better price, less inclusions and lower cost make it the better value.  It is also a hardness of 8 which is only slightly under sapphire so is good for everyday wearing.

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gemrough
gemrough
Selling all types of gems and opal. High quality stones well cut for the general public. Started working in Geology and branched into gemstones. Feel free to contact me via this site and we can work to get you the best price on what you are after. I am here to serve you!
Hampton, United States of America
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  • el0322
    el0322
    Positive

    gorgeous stones at great prices and a very responsive seller who helps buyers learn. thank you so much!

  • gemrough
    gemrough
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    Thanks so much!

  • sylvanius
    sylvanius
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    Great seller: beautiful stones, shipped promptly.

  • ancient16
    ancient16
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    Thank you so much. You are a trustworthy seller of beautiful and unique gemstones. This tourmaline has the most perfect cut and awesome clarity.

  • arehayem
    arehayem
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    Excellent communication and fast shipping, this stone is even more stunning in person! Would not hesitate to purchase from again, thank you!

  • gemrough
    gemrough
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    Thanks so much!!

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    pwstorm
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    Paid and shipped - no feedback left after 100 days

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el0322
Purchased from this seller previously
2 years ago
$8200.00

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Overview

Listing Type : Standard
Product ID : 820293
Estimated RRP : $15,000.00
Starting Bid : $8,200
Starts : 12th March 2022 08:15 am PST
Ends : 12th March 2022 12:15 pm PST
* All prices are in USD