Looking for lavender spinel!

[Pinkmartini87]

Hi all,

Looking for a lavender spinel in emerald or cushion cut (no ovals or round, please!), at least 6-7 mm but bigger the better!

@T L I really admire your amazing spinel, and would love to find something close to its amazing colors!

@T L‘s spinel (posted on another post, hope its ok I share the photo so folks can see what I’m talking about, it’s so gorgeous!):

 

[AV_]

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[Crazie4Cuts]

I’ve always admire this one! https://www.etsy.com/listing/634359...r-spinel-emerald?ref=shop_home_active_6&frs=1

 

[chrono]

Not of the same colour quality but it meets the shape and size requirement.

1.81 ct Burmese Violet Spinel

1.81 ct Burmese Violet Spinel

www.finewatergems.com

 

[2Neesers]

Gran Gem has several lavender spinels. I searched lavender spinels, so disregard the ovals and rounds that popped up:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/GranGem?search_query=Lavender+spinel

 

[Pinkmartini87]

@AV_ @Crazie4Cuts @chrono @2Neezers Thank you all for taking the time to help me look!

I think I’ll narrow the cut down more: I think I really want a chunky cushion cut (almost like a old miner’s cut) if possible.

Also, I like BIG stones. I’m looking for something more like a 3 carat or more if it’s even possible to find spinels in those big sizes anymore.

 

[Rfisher]

Assuming if you are in the USA, If something at CaratZone catches your eye, try contacting JimMccormick. Maybe he’ll be a go between for you.

Sometimes we ask the devil to dance.

 

[lovedogs]

Not sure this is the right color, but I like it!

3.40 cts - Beautiful Slightly Pinkish Violet Spinel Re-Cut By Dan Stair | Loupe Troop

loupetroop.com

 

[Pinkmartini87]

@Rfisher Thanks for the suggestion!

@lovedogs Thanks very much! I like the size, but looking for a bit more pink to the color, and maybe a wee bit brighter.

 

[NKOTB]

What’s your max budget? How saturated do you want it? Does it have to be spinel or are you open to sapphire?

 

[T L]

Hi all,

Looking for a lavender spinel in emerald or cushion cut (no ovals or round, please!), at least 6-7 mm but bigger the better!

@T L I really admire your amazing spinel, and would love to find something close to its amazing colors!

@T L‘s spinel (posted on another post, hope its ok I share the photo so folks can see what I’m talking about, it’s so gorgeous!):

Thank you! It color shifts from pink to lavender. In that photo, it’s a mixture of those colors in a mixed light setting. There are also some negative crystal inclusions in that close up shot. Good luck on your sourcing one.

 

[qubitasaurus]

Maybe check with this seller

lavender spinel SOLD | Loupe Troop

loupetroop.com

He has another lovely pear shaped one, that is ideal colour but super expensive to. But he may have others as well.

 

[Gummybear]

Already set and antique, but very pretty!

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[T L]

Already set and antique, but very pretty!

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“Pretty” is an understatement! That is GORGEOUS!!!

 

[Pinkmartini87]

@NKOTB hi there! Budget of $4-5k, does not need to be saturated but I would like a “shifty” stone (ie shades of pink and purple) and not a one toned stone, and a chunky cut (no precision cuts). Doesn’t have to be spinel although I think harder to get a sapphire in the 3+ carat range given my budget.

 

[Pinkmartini87]

@qubitasaurus Thank you! I’ll send an email and see.

@Gummybear Thank you! I really love the color, I will inquire re price.

@T L Thanks for stopping by! I really admire your spinel—I think it had a lot of character in the cutting, and the dappled colors remind me of a kaleidoscopic effect, really unique! Hope I can find something like it!