The Majestic Palatinate | 1.43 ct Purple Spinel
The Majestic Palatinate Spinel | 1.43 ct Purple Spinel
Behold the Tunduru Noble Spinel—a 1.43-carat violet epiphany from Tanzania’s gem-laden earth, curated for palates of unparalleled discernment:
❖ Provenance: The Safari’s Secret
Acquired amidst the dust and dazzle of Tunduru’s 2021 expedition—a sojourn that yielded not only this spinel sovereign but a coterie of sapphire aristocrats. Forged where the Ruvuma River whispers to the stars.
❖ Clarity: Crystalline Silence
GIA would decree:
“VVS (Type I Clarity): A vacuum of imperfections—light dances without witness or obstruction.”
No inclusions. No interruptions. Only optical purity worthy of a laser’s kiss.
❖ Color: Chromatic Sedition
A rebellion in Corundum’s court:
✦ Imperial Purple (dominant, a Regal velvety dusk)
✦ Vintage Claret Rouge (secondary hue, a blush of forbidden berries or vintage red wine)
Invites Parisian and Venetian splendor, not just a stone. It sets the Nocturnal mood.
❖ Cut & Carat: Architect of Light
Precision step-cut facets—each plane a light-sculptor’s decree. At 1.43 carats, it balances heft with elegance: Generous enough to command, precise enough to hypnotize.
❖ Destiny: The Heirloom Imperative
Set as:
◇ A signet ring: Power whispered in platinum.
◇ Pendant solitaire: Suspended against décolletage—a drop of midnight wine on snow.
“This spinel doesn’t adorn. It anoints.”
“The rarest spinels aren’t found—they reveal themselves to those who speak geology’s secret tongue.”
If Gemstones sang, Amethyst hums a folk melody, but this Spinel crescendos in opulent symphony. A mic drop in gemology’s opera house. 💎🎻
Gem Details:
💎 Stone Identity: Purple Spinel
⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ Discovery Year: 2021, Gem hunt expedition in Tanzania for Sapphires
𓍝 Weight: 1.43 ct
🌐 Origin: Tunduru ,Tanzania
🎨Color: Palatinate Purple
✨ Brilliance: Good brilliance
✏️📐 Dimension, [L X W]- 6.45 mm x 6.13 m
Depth Dimension[h] [Pavillion]: 4.12 mm
Ratio [L/W] : 1.052
Ratio [l/h]: 1.566
💎🔍 Clarity: VVS1
𖢻 Cut/Shape: Asscher
Cut style: Step Cut Symphony [Both Crown & Pavilion]
Gem Connoisseur perception for choosing this particular shape for this Spinel :
⫍⌕⫎ "While the gem exhibits remarkable clarity, its deeper tone necessitates a different approach. The design incorporates concentric squares to create visual appeal, concentrate and reflect light, and ultimately open up the gem. Originally cut from an exceptionally dark rough Spinel, this technique prevents the ‘wall of mirror’ effect often seen in lighter-colored gemstones, allowing brilliance to emerge from within."
In essence: Authentic and vintage appeal | Open up the Gem | Elegant Appearance | Personal preference
🔬 R.I: 1.711
📜 Certified: No
Treated: No, Natural
Treatment: No
Features: Master cut with a Vintage Asscher Gem cut, Beautiful Palatinate Purple,
Tone- Dark, Good symmetry, VVS1 –Excellent clarity, Jewel-grade standalone piece, good size for a pendant, similar earring piece or a solitaire ring, especially minimalist Jewelry
Price per carat: $600
Total Price: $858
Provenance: This exquisite gem was thoughtfully sourced by the Luvici Field Team [LFT] during a dedicated gem hunting expedition across the storied landscapes of Tunduru district,Tanzania in June 2021.
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Clarity follows closely, enhancing brilliance and purity.
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