Up for auction is a striking 7.90-carat unheated dark purplish-gray spinel from Myanmar (Burma).

This rare gemstone exhibits a deep, sophisticated hue that shifts beautifully under varying light conditions, revealing flashes of purple and gray with a refined metallic undertone.

Cut in an elegant elongated cushion shape, this spinel offers superb proportions, excellent polish, and a balanced brilliance that highlights its natural depth of color. The stone is completely unheated and untreated, preserving its authentic character and rarity.

About Burmese Spinels:
Myanmar—historically known as Burma—is one of the world’s most celebrated sources of fine spinel, with mining areas such as Mogok and Namya (Nanyarseik) producing legendary gemstones for centuries. The Mogok region, often called the “Valley of Rubies and Spinels,” is renowned for yielding spinels of exceptional clarity, saturation, and crystal structure.

While vivid reds and pinks from Mogok are famous, dark purplish-gray spinels are much rarer, appealing to collectors who appreciate subtle, moody tones and natural elegance. These sophisticated hues reflect the geological diversity of Myanmar’s marble-hosted deposits and are seldom found in large, clean crystals such as this one.

A beautifully faceted, unheated spinel from one of the most storied gem regions on Earth—truly a collector’s treasure.

Wishing you the best of luck and a pleasant bidding experience.

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