Red

[empress]

We''ve had orange - how about some reds?

 

[empress]

Sorry - that''s a Namya spinel.

 

[Harriet]

Empress, it''s gorgeous.

 

[T L]

BTW, I don't think anyone really started a red thread because red is the rarest color for gems in nature. It simply is too difficult to find natural color pure red stones, and when you do, they're extremely costly. Many people posted their reddish family stones in the pink thread. I guess garnets, and some spinels apply, but they often have a strong orange or brownish secondary to them, so I wouldn't necessarily call them red, but I guess that's subjective.

 

[marcy]

Great color.

 

[Arkteia]

WOnderful color. Have to look up Namya spinel, never heard of it. So much to learn.

 

[ma re]

It''s a really beautiful stone!

 

[PinkTower]

Empress,
I love the spinel.
Please tell us more about it, if you don''t mind.
Pink

 

[chrono]

The link below gives a lot of information about red/pink spinels with the finest examples from each area (Mogok, Namya, Mahenge, Tajikistan, etc). I’m used to seeing the hot pink Namya so am pleasantly surprised to see a red Namya spinel.
http://www.ruby-sapphire.com/spinel-resurrection-of-classic.htm

 

[T L]

Date: 2/25/2010 8:42:04 AM
Author: Chrono
The link below gives a lot of information about red/pink spinels with the finest examples from each area (Mogok, Namya, Mahenge, Tajikistan, etc). I’m used to see the hot pink Namya so am pleasantly surprised to see a red Namya spinel.
http://www.ruby-sapphire.com/spinel-resurrection-of-classic.htm

Chrono,
I''ve visited that page many times,

. Thanks for posting it!!

 

[chrono]

You’re welcome, TL. I love all the eye candy there. While my own pales in comparison to theirs, here is a poorly photographed trio of red Burmese spinels.

 

[Arcadian]

I only have 1 red stone, (no pics of it yet though)

But I don''t understand why red has to be pure in order to be seen? In each of the other color threads there were many subsections of the color represented, all beautiful in their own right.

Some in on this forum are a little bit over the top with the words "pure" and "true". Jus sayin.


-A

 

[T L]

Date: 2/25/2010 9:35:39 AM
Author: Arcadian
I only have 1 red stone, (no pics of it yet though)

But I don't understand why red has to be pure in order to be seen? In each of the other color threads there were many subsections of the color represented, all beautiful in their own right.

Some in on this forum are a little bit over the top with the words 'pure' and 'true'. Jus sayin.


-A

It's subjective really. The color red is the holy grail of many colored gem collectors, so it's a bit sacred to me. When I see someone call a gem "red" without mentioning a modifier (ie "orangey red" or "pink red"), I take notice. You're correct too, and I guess I'm just a purist at heart when it comes to things red. For example, I also don't want people to think a very orangey red stone is a pure red stone. I'm not talking about this specific stone the OP posted, but any stone per se. JMO.

 

[chrono]

These are my ACS Burmese spinel charms that Matata wants to rip off my ears.

I’ve never seen them show any pink before so I don’t know why my camera shows some pink flash.

 

[chrono]

My AJS red spinel. I think it is the angle of the camera causing the top half to show some shadowing, which is not apparent IRL.

 

[artdecogirl]

Chrono, that spinal is amazing! Love the engraving on the setting! I only have one red stone and that is a ruby I got on ebay with the intention of putting another stone in the setting but when I got it that little red stone just glowed and I really liked it! I am sure that it is synthetic because I got it very inexpensive but I really like it and wear it often.

 

[xlent]

Beautiful Spinels..
Red is so many shades..I like a stone that I can wear and wear and never be able to say what color it is..pomegranate, cherry, cranberry, blue blood red, electric sparkling red ..or in Homer's words..the color of a wine dark sea
This is my favorite stone. It is a ruby posted on wikipedia but it shows the color shifts I llike even if the stone seems to be badly photographed or possibly included

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c4/Cut_Ruby.jpg

 

[chrono]

Thank you, Icom. The setting has been passed down from my maternal great grandparents. Whatever your stone might be, it’s a gorgeous red stone.

I know there are many PS posters with rubies so I’d love to see them share their pictures here. Spinels, garnets and all other varieties are welcome too.

 

[LaurenThePartier]

Beautiful examples of red in here. Chrono, I hope you know how much I love your spinels!

Empress, the cutting and colour on yours is lovely! Are you planning on setting it? How?



Here are my two;

My 1.66 ct. (wonky cushion

) red spinel.

This one is a massively brown (and super dark) 1.43 ct. malaya garnet from GemRite. Old ring. Didn't know enough to send it back, but it has a charm of its own.

 

[chrono]

Lauren,
Thank you; I didn’t but I do now. Your wonky red spinel cushion shows nice red flashes. It’s doesn’t appear too off symmetry unless one stares long and hard at the ring.

 

[artdecogirl]

Thank you chrono! What a bonus to have such a lovely ring that is a also a family piece, lucky girl!!!

 

[Harriet]

Date: 2/25/2010 9:35:39 AM
Author: Arcadian
I only have 1 red stone, (no pics of it yet though)


But I don''t understand why red has to be pure in order to be seen? In each of the other color threads there were many subsections of the color represented, all beautiful in their own right.


Some in on this forum are a little bit over the top with the words ''pure'' and ''true''. Jus sayin.



-A

A,

I am with you. This series of threads is for fun. Who cares as long as the dominant hue is red?

 

[icekid]

Date: 2/25/2010 3:15:51 PM
Author: Harriet

Date: 2/25/2010 9:35:39 AM

Author: Arcadian

I only have 1 red stone, (no pics of it yet though)



But I don''t understand why red has to be pure in order to be seen? In each of the other color threads there were many subsections of the color represented, all beautiful in their own right.



Some in on this forum are a little bit over the top with the words ''pure'' and ''true''. Jus sayin.




-A

A,


I am with you. This series of threads is for fun. Who cares as long as the dominant hue is red?

I agree- the green thread contains yellow-green in addition to true green. So what?

 

[yssie]

Date: 2/25/2010 10:56:15 AM
Author: Chrono
My AJS red spinel. I think it is the angle of the camera causing the top half to show some shadowing, which is not apparent IRL.

Ooooh Chrono I LOVE this!!!!




I saw a photo on the sidebar a few weeks ago and tried to track it down but didn't manage... thank you for sharing it!!

 

[Harriet]

Good point, Icekid. Not every colour is a primary one.

Here's my Red (and, no, there's no brown in it):
http://www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=458

I also have an orange-Red which I love. The orange keeps the spinel lively. Call me plebian.

 

[megeve]

Wow, Empress, Chrono, Lauren and Icom, all your spinels look so stunning, gorgeous color!

I have only these reds! Can''t you see I heart cabochon!

 

[rosetta]

ok then, here''s my new approx 1 ct heated but otherwise untreated ruby. lot less pink, and more red in person

it looks amazing in daylight.

no idea how to set it...

 

[brandy_z28]

Date: 2/25/2010 6:00:35 PM
Author: rosetta
ok then, here''s my new approx 1 ct heated but otherwise untreated ruby. lot less pink, and more red in person

it looks amazing in daylight.

no idea how to set it...

Ooooo, ahhhhh...is that Ruby from gemline?

I''ve admired the photos of that one a few times myself.

 

[brandy_z28]

Date: 2/25/2010 9:35:39 AM
Author: Arcadian
I only have 1 red stone, (no pics of it yet though)

But I don''t understand why red has to be pure in order to be seen? In each of the other color threads there were many subsections of the color represented, all beautiful in their own right.

Some in on this forum are a little bit over the top with the words ''pure'' and ''true''. Jus sayin.


-A

No pics yet?! Get on that girl!

I wanna see!

I have a very hard time wearing anything pure red, it looks hideous on my skin tone which already has a red cast. I can go with orangey reds and darker reds though, thank goodness.

 

[rosetta]

Date: 2/25/2010 6:07:56 PM
Author: brandy_z28

Date: 2/25/2010 6:00:35 PM
Author: rosetta
ok then, here''s my new approx 1 ct heated but otherwise untreated ruby. lot less pink, and more red in person

it looks amazing in daylight.

no idea how to set it...

Ooooo, ahhhhh...is that Ruby from gemline?

I''ve admired the photos of that one a few times myself.

well spotted brandy, i bagsied it...