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Spinel on Marble

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Exquisitely perched high on a matrix of snow white marble is a beautifully crystallized spinel octahedron, measuring 1.8 cm in length. The crystal is highly lustrous, translucent, and has a vibrant, cherry-red color. The famous ruby in the crown jewels of England is actually a huge red, gemmy spinel from this location! Specimens of this size and caliber are not common.

Product details

SpeciesSpinel
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 3.3 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMyanmar, Mandalay Region, Mogok Valley

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
03/2026Unknown Owner$4,500.00
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
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, color range from ruby red to cobalt blue, sharp octahedral form, hardness 8, rare gemmy crystals on marble, prized by collectors for rarity and luster.
Spinel
Regional guide
Spinel from Mogok Valley, Myanmar
from Mogok Valley, Myanmar - glassy octahedra in pink to red hues set in marble, famed for Star of David twins, fluorescence, and top collector appeal.