Certified Natural Mahenge Spinel Gemstone: Lavender Deep Purple Pink, Pear Cut, 1.67 Carat

1.67ct Natural Mahenge Spinel – Luminous Lavender-Purple Pink Pear
Step away from the ordinary with this 1.67-carat Natural Mahenge Spinel, a gemstone that features a rare and sophisticated color shift. While Mahenge is famous for its neons, this specific specimen displays a moody, deep lavender-purple pink—a complex “twilight” hue that balances cool violet undertones with a warm pink core.

Cut into a graceful pear shape, this stone is a “Silk-Glow” variety. The natural micro-silk within the crystal acts as a light diffuser, blending the purple and pink tones into a seamless, velvety radiance. Instead of a sharp, glassy flash, you get a soft-focus internal glow that remains vibrant even in low-light environments.

Item Specifications
Gemstone: Natural Spinel
Origin: Mahenge, Tanzania
Weight: 1.67 Carats
Dimensions: 9.95 x 6.38 x 3.9 mm
Color: Lavender / Deep Purple-Pink (Smoky Orchid)
Clarity: Translucent (Natural “Silk-Glow” / Velvety texture)
Treatment: None (100% Natural & Untreated)
Shape/Cut: Pear Cut
Hardness: 8 on the Mohs Scale (Highly durable)

The Allure of Purple-Pink Spinel
Purple-leaning spinels from Mahenge are highly prized by collectors for their “electric” undertones. Unlike many other purple gems that can look dark or “inky,” the Mahenge material is famous for its natural fluorescence. This 1.67ct stone keeps its color open and lively, showing off a rich, regal lavender that shifts beautifully as you move it under different light sources.

Why Buy From Us?
Directly Sourced: This stone comes straight from our mines in Tanzania.
Bangkok Expertise: Hand-selected and inspected in the world’s premier colored gemstone hub.
Authenticity Guaranteed: We specialize in natural, untreated gemstones with unique color profiles.