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What are Commercial Grade Spinels?

Published on August 27, 2019August 28, 2019 by Heritage Gems Fine JewelleryLeave a comment

As with commercial grade unheated natural sapphires, commercial grade Spinels are abundant. Below are some examples of regular Spinels most people come across in stores or at their local jeweller.

commercial grade spinel that has heavily dark zones with 80% of gemstone in shadow
commercial grade spinel with inclusions
commercial grade spinel with large window

Commercial grade spinels come as cheaply as $200/ct for sizes under 3cts. However, aesthetically beautiful, well-cut and 100% unheated Spinels are difficult to source. Often times, Spinels, like above, that come through our hands do not make through our quality controls. Investment-grade Spinels in shades of pink, blue and red can command a minimum of $4000/ct and upwards. This is assuming the Spinel is eye-clean/loupe-clean, well-cut with no colour zones, no areas of large windows, no areas of dark shadows.

Some examples of fine quality Spinels are as below. Well-cut, aesthetically beautiful & 100% natural Spinels are becoming increasingly difficult to source.

  • Pair of elegant Blue Spinels
Well-cut Brilliant Pink Spinel
Salmon Pink Spinel

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Mesmerising Midnight Blue Spinel and Diamond Ring

Published on March 5, 2019October 15, 2020 by Heritage Gems Fine JewelleryLeave a comment

How is the Blue Spinel different to the Blue Sapphire?

How is the Blue Spinel different to the Blue Sapphire? Are they both natural gemstones?

Fine quality blue spinels are unlike any Blue Sapphires the regular consumer typically sees in the shops or online.

Clients often ask us: What is the difference between a Blue Spinel and Blue Sapphire?

Blue sapphires exist usually in the pure blue shade, often without any secondary tones.What varies is whether it is a light blue, medium blue, vivid blue, inky blue or deep blue. On the other hand, blue spinels come in a spectrum of blues, often with a secondary undertone or overtone of grey, green, or lilac/purple. This lends a depth of colour to the gem, quite unlike any other Blue Sapphire.

We share below a quick visual example of the difference between a Blue Spinel and a Blue Sapphire. It is quickly apparent that the colour tones of the Blue Spinel and a Blue Sapphire are quite different, yet both gorgeous in their own ways.

Commercial Quality Spinels VS Fine Quality Spinels:

Unfortunately, commercial quality blue spinels are usually lack-lustre, appearing somewhat dull and in an overly dark shade of colour. Common examples are as below.

Often times, a good portion / area of the stone appears to be nearly black or cast in shadow. As a result, you would find it difficult to see the individual facets of the stone being reflected back to the eye. It is possible to see that the stone is blue, but the actual colour is not seen evenly throughout the gem.

On the other hand, fine quality blue spinels will a nice brilliance and lustre, with good amount of sparkle throughout the stone. It will not appear overly dull or cast in dark shadow. Scroll through to see visual examples of fine quality Blue Spinel set in a beautiful 18K white gold setting.

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An example of a commercial quality Blue Spinel that has too much shadow and appears overcast and dull.

Customisation Process:

Recently customised for a client, below features a stunning and mesmerising spinel in Midnight Blue, set in 18K White Gold and diamonds. Look at the depth of colour on this gem! Mysterious midnight blue so mesmerising one could stare at the stone for hours on end. Notice that most of the facets can be seen from the top of the stone.

As with sapphires, Spinels that are well-cut and eye-clean are not common. Beautiful Spinels are not overcast in shadow nor having areas that lack in colour.

There is something very endearing about blue Spinels. The blue is not the usual “pop” of blue, but an enigmatic blue hue that grows on you and looks more beautiful with time. As is said, in every gem connoisseur’s collection, there is always at least one Spinel sitting in that private collection.

This piece is also design to be in a seamless fit with the wedding band.

It was a delight for us to handcraft such a beautiful bespoke spinel engagement ring.

Would you like to customise a similar piece?

Contact us now at: heritagegems@gmail.com or WhatsApp +65 97716923 and we’d be happy to get you started.

Check out the links below for some inspiration on other types of spinel engagement rings

  • Fine Quality Unheated Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
  • Love in photos
  • Scintillating Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
  • The Vibrant Beauty – Pink Spinel
  • Spinel Engagement Ring

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Vintage style engagement ring

Published on May 10, 2018October 15, 2020 by Heritage Gems Fine JewelleryLeave a comment

Beautiful vintage style engagement rings never fail to evoke romantic feelings.

Our client very graciously shared her wedding day photos and nothing says love better than a couple with their megawatt smiles, vintage inspired engagement ring and a stunning lace dress.

Beautiful blue Spinels are extremely rare. Yes, equally as rare as the unheated blue sapphire. Blue spinels and most other Spinels are typically non-treated and non-heated. The unique feature about the blue spinel is that it has a very magnetic shade of blue, one that seemingly grows on you rather than simply catching your eye at the first instance. Spinels have long been mistaken for sapphires, or Corundums, because its lustre and brilliance quite resembles the Sapphires.

It’s nice to be able to create your own history and story by customising a vintage styled engagement ring because there’s just something alluring and romantic about it. They make for great photos as well!

2017-10-11-PHOTO-00000254Photo Credit: From Client, taken by Daniel Sim Photography

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2017-10-11-PHOTO-00000251Photo Credit: From Client, taken by Jasper Avenue Sydney

See our original post on the making of this ring here! Bleu Spinel in Custom Blended 18K Natural Gold

A bespoke customised piece of jewellery to call your own, in a shade of colour that captures your heart and eyes is truly a gift to be enjoyed and appreciated for the years to come.

There’s always something truly memorable and nostalgic about a vintage style engagement ring.

Congratulations to this lovely couple and wishing you both bliss in your journey!

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