Something Pink for E-Ring, $2K Search

[JulieN]

Finally taking the plunge to post about my search! I am planning on a pink spinel or sapphire. The color should be pink to reddish pink. A purplish modifier is ok but orange modifier is less desirable.

I like the top and bottom stones from @elle_71125 IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/B26TbAol2Af/
The middle stone is almost the same color as the top, but it somehow reads more red/orange than I'm looking for.

Please post suggestions!

 

[demantoidz]

For spinel, TGT may have more material like this in a larger size:

0.71 ct. Vivid Pink Spinel — The Gem Trader

Color: Medium Dark Pink Clarity: Eye Clean Origin: Burma Cut: Polished Crystal Treatments: None Measurements: 5.5 x 3.9 mm Not only does this gem have the most spectacular color, but it is also cut in the most unique manner. The stone preserves the natural outline of a Burmese S

www.thegemtrader.com

Also sold, more reddish (too red?), but again maybe they could source something similar:

Hot Color! Certified Natural Mahenge Spinel Tanzania 3.07 ct - Litnon

Purplish pink sapphire, slightly included which would put me off. This vendor has some really nice hot pinks every now and then, but they sell extremely quickly. Maybe worth keeping an eye out.

Precision Gem - Gemstones for sale

Precision Gem Store - listing of current gemstones custom precision cut.

www.precisiongem.com

Spinel, 400$ over budget and maybe too light

2.16-Carat Hot Pink Spinel - Earth's Treasury

A beautiful hot pink spinel from Sri Lanka, 2.16 carats.

www.earthstreasury.com

Never used this seller but they sell ready-made rings. Quite a few pink sapphire pieces. All or most with GIA. If you're open to a ready made ring, worth checking if they have anything interesting and in-budget.

NabatiJewelry - Etsy

Shop New York City Fine Jewelry Manufacturer by NabatiJewelry located in New York, United States. Smooth shipping! Has a history of shipping on time with tracking. Rave reviews! Average review rating is 4.8 or higher

www.etsy.com

Expensive vendor so I can't recommend anything really, but nice eye candy:

Spinel – must-have Gem of every contemporary connoisseur

Discover the Spinel gem, underestimated until recently. Enjoy its flickering colors of any tone your heart desires: neon pink, red, violet, pastel color, lavender, blue, or grey! Touch the mystery it is willing to impart mingling its purple with blue, tender pink with lilac – each one always...

yavorskyy.com

 

[mayaINaU]

How about this one? https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p226/1.72_ct_Purplish-Pink_Sapphire.html

 

[JulieN]

How about this one? https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p226/1.72_ct_Purplish-Pink_Sapphire.html

Thank you, but this one is too purple.

 

[mayaINaU]

Thank you, but this one is too purple.

I don’t see anything on his site currently, but you could contact him to see what he can find: https://www.whitesgems.com/

 

[mustangchi]

I would reach out to Jeff White, he will work to find the color you are looking for and his work is awesome

 

[Mreader]

Do you have a specific shape you are set on? Size?

 

[elle_71125]

I’m kind of honored that you used my spinels as a guide. What can I tell you about them? I think the best things to note are as follows:
- The top spinel is definitely a reddish pink, with a tiny hint of purple. I can’t see purple but it reads as cooler than the middle ring.
- The middle mahenge is called cherry bomb…because it’s packed with color. It’s definitely a bright cherry red pink. No purple whatsoever.
- The bottom mahenge is bubblegum pink (not an easy find and not the traditional “mahenge” color that people think of.


Closer to the middle gem, I think, but with more peach.
https://www.africagems.com/spinel-oval-1-13-20187954.html



Closer to the top gem.
https://www.africagems.com/spinel-oval-1-03-201812501.html


Closer to the middle gem
https://www.africagems.com/spinel-oval-1-19-201811056.html

 

[elle_71125]

https://gemfix.com/gems/spinel-31-405


Gorgeous but with a price tag to match.
https://gemfix.com/gems/spinel-31-323


https://gemfix.com/gems/spinel-31-391


https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p916/2.63ctMahengeSpinel.html



ETA: I’m just now seeing your price point. My bad on a few of these beauties.

 

[Bron357]

Just remember to check the mm measurements.
Sapphires are quite a dense gemstone so for carat weight they look smaller than most other gemstones.
Spinels are stunning but their cut is very important. They have a tendency to “black out” when the light source isn’t hitting on facets.

 

[lilmosun]

You have excellent taste, we all love @elle_71125 's collection

Approx what size stone are you hoping for? Since you didn't mention it, I assume you are flexible on shape?

 

[JulieN]

Do you have a specific shape you are set on? Size?

No skinny ovals, but I'm open to other shapes. I'm prioritizing color and size, the bigger the better but at least a 5mm average

 

[JulieN]

ETA: I’m just now seeing your price point. My bad on a few of these beauties.

Thanks for your suggestions. From these vendors, these two are my favorites. What do you think of them?

Natural Pink Sapphire Oval "Portuguese" Cut | 1.42cts | #13-557 - Gemfix

Natural Pink Sapphire Oval Portuguese Cut

gemfix.com

and https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p366/1.21_ct_Hot_Pink_Sapphire.html

 

[lovedogs]

What about these? Both under 2k and the videos look really lovely.

Pink Red Trilliant Mahenge Spinel Portuguese Cut | 1.17cts | #31-396 - Gemfix

Tryllion Shape Mahenge Red Pink Spinel "Portuguese" Style Cut Trilliant

gemfix.com

Mahenge Reddish Pink Spinel Rectangle "Scissors" Cut | 1.23cts | #31-364 - Gemfix

Mahenge Reddish Pink Spinel Rectangle "Scissors" Cut

gemfix.com

 

[lovedogs]

Sorry, just saw OPs most recent post. I like the hot pink sapphire a lot

 

[seaurchin]

If you want a larger stone than your budget allows, you could get a lab created sapphire or spinel cut for you. If you don't know, they also have the same molecular structure as their mined counterparts.

 

[Snowdrop13]

I bought my spinel from Yavorskyy, I think his pricing is OK, actually, and they will negotiate (I got 10% off the list price). He has a few in budget, for example,

Vivid Pink Spinel 1.29 cts

Stone type: SpinelWeight: 1.29 ctsDimension: 4.4 x 7.1 mmColor: PinkShape & Cut: Cushion, Yavorskyy cut Treatment: Unheated and Untreated (No Indications Observed)Refractive Index: 1.712-1.782 Hardness: 7.5-8Specific Gravity: 3.6Optical properties: Singly refractive Chemical formula...

yavorskyy.com

 

[elle_71125]

Thanks for your suggestions. From these vendors, these two are my favorites. What do you think of them?

Natural Pink Sapphire Oval "Portuguese" Cut | 1.42cts | #13-557 - Gemfix

Natural Pink Sapphire Oval Portuguese Cut

gemfix.com

and https://www.finewatergems.com/store/p366/1.21_ct_Hot_Pink_Sapphire.html

They are lovely options. I think the cushion is my favorite, for the color intensity.

 

[kgizo]

Another vote for the hot pink cushion.

 

[dk168]

Another vote for the hot pink cushion from Gary as in Finewater Gems!

DK

 

[Mreader]

Same here for the cushion. Also, Gary is great to work with.

 

[marymm]

Of the two, I prefer the GemFix oval.

FWIW the photo of the Finewater cushion does show a lot of pink in Gary's hand which is likely heightening the color stone ... while I think Gary is talented and reputable, in my own experience often his photos display gemstone color that IRL I do not see. He has a solid return policy however so if you prefer the Finewater spinel color/shape, I do encourage you to check it out.

 

[lovedogs]

I bought my spinel from Yavorskyy, I think his pricing is OK, actually, and they will negotiate (I got 10% off the list price). He has a few in budget, for example,

Vivid Pink Spinel 1.29 cts

Stone type: SpinelWeight: 1.29 ctsDimension: 4.4 x 7.1 mmColor: PinkShape & Cut: Cushion, Yavorskyy cut Treatment: Unheated and Untreated (No Indications Observed)Refractive Index: 1.712-1.782 Hardness: 7.5-8Specific Gravity: 3.6Optical properties: Singly refractive Chemical formula...

yavorskyy.com

Cant believe I didn't think of him before! Yes, another excellent option

 

[Double E]

I like this thread OP there’s already lots of suggestions! A hot red pink stone is also on my wish list~

Please do let us know how you progress!

 

[demantoidz]

The hot pink finewater one sold - did OP buy it? @JulieN
Hopefully it wasn't taken by a lurker before you made up your mind.

Random seller I found via IG, so take with a grain of salt. Maybe they could negotiate on price since its 2.5k. Would need to confirm if there is an orangey modifier. Very pretty.

Product Page | Right Gems Supplier

www.rightgems.com

 

[JulieN]

The hot pink finewater one sold - did OP buy it? @JulieN
Hopefully it wasn't taken by a lurker before you made up your mind.

Yes its ordered! I couldn't bear the thought of a lurker snatching it up.

 

[Double E]

Yes its ordered! I couldn't bear the thought of a lurker snatching it up.

Look forward to your photos!