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0.56 CTS SPINEL MAHENGE FROM TANZANIA [SPN50]

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Dimensions (mm)
7.000 x 5.000 x 3.000mm
Weight (cts)
Certified Gemstones
No
Type
Faceted
Colours

SEDAGEMS

MAHENGE SPINEL

The Mahenge deposits were discovered only in the last few years at Mahenge in Tanzania. Until the find, most of the spinel found in east Africa was of lower quality and washed out colour.

The colours found at Mahenge were so intense and vivid, that they have changed the perception of African Spinel completely.

 Grading VS

 Weight 0.56 cts app

Size 6.5 x 4.6 x 2.6 mm

SPINEL is a gemstone that is highly regarded by gem dealers and collectors, but is still largely unknown to the general public. Since the supply is too limited to supply most retail jewelers, you will rarely find spinel in your local jewelry store. Gem aficionadoes prize spinel for its brilliance, hardness and wide range of spectacular colors. In addition to beautiful rich reds, spinel can be found in a range of lovely pastel shades of pink, purple and blue.

 

Type 1 Gemstones
The following gemstones are typically inclusion free, even minor inclusions detract from their value.
Diamond, Amethyst, Beryls(Aquamarine,Morganite), Citrine, Smoky Quartz, topaz, Chrysoberyl, Kunzite, Tanzanite, green Tourmaline, and Blue Zircon
IF Internally flawless under extreme magnification (Very rare)
F Flawless
VVS Minute inclusions under 10x; invisible to the unaided eye
VS Minor inclusions under 10x; usually invisible to the unaided eye
SI1 Noticeable inclusions under 10x; usually visible to the unaided eye
SI2 Noticeable inclusions under 10x; usually quite visible to the unaided eye
I1 prominent- moderate affect on appearance or durability
I2 prominent - severe affect on appearance or durability
I3 prominent- severe affect on beauty, transparency or durability
Type 2 Gemstones
Gemstones that normally have small inclusions that do not detract from value.
Alexandrite, Andalusite, Iolite, Peridot, Rhodolite, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, Garnet, Amethyst, Red Zircon, Tsavorite; Blue, Orange, Purple, Fluorite.Yellow and Parti-colored Tourmaline
F Flawless
VVS Minor inclusions under 10x; usually invisible to the unaided eye
VS Noticeable inclusions under 10x; often invisible to the unaided eye
SI1 Obvious inclusions under 10x; visible to the unaided eye
SI2 Obvious inclusions under 10x; very apparent to the unaided eye
I1 prominent - moderate affect on appearance or durability
I2 prominent - severe affect on appearance or durability
I3 prominent - severe affect on beauty, transparency or durability

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sedagems
sedagems
MEMBER OF THE  [ICA] INTERNATIONAL COLOURED STONE ASSOCAITION AND PRESIDENT OF THE OPAL ASSOCIATION. PAUL SEDAWIE IS A FORMER OPAL MINER WHO NOW TRAVELS AROUND AUSTRALIA AND THE WORLD COLLECTION RARE AND INTERESTING GEMS TONES AND FOSSILS.ALL STOCK HAS A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE We have a retail shop/museum at the Gold Coast Opal and Gem Centre 25 surfers av mermaid waters Qld Australia .4218 open mon to sat 10 to 5
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  • marinahh
    marinahh
    Positive

    Such a beautiful, little Mahenge spinel - the colour is absolutely wonderful.. Next time I'll buy one of those glowing Mahenges. Superfast shipping. Thank you.

  • gemgurl2020
    gemgurl2020
    Positive

    Love the color! True blue/purple tone, really lovely.

Bids History (1)
marinahh
Purchased from this seller previously
6 years ago
$85.00

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Overview

Listing Type : Standard
Product ID : 262625
Starting Bid : $85
Starts : 17th April 2017 11:02 am AEST
Ends : 21st April 2017 09:29 am AEST
* All prices are in USD