An upscale design on this ring, made with 925 Sterling Silver features 2.32cts of beautiful Black Spinel from Thailand.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 3.74g
Number of Gemstones: 13
Shape: Round
Total Carat Weight: 2.32cts
Birthstone Month:
Black Spinel is not associated with any particular birthstone month.
History & Lore:
It is not known for certain how the name Spinel
originated but it is believed to have derived
from the Latin word “spina” meaning “thorn” and refers to its crystals because
they are often shaped like the thorns of a rose bush.
Spinels are associated with love and help the wearer to put their ego aside and
become devoted to another person. Spinel encourages passion and is said to
increase the duration of one's life. It is said to be a protective stone and
helps re-establish relationships and resolve issues. It is also believed to
relieve sadness.
Spinel
is relatively unheard of to the common consumer and has not been marketed by
any major gem companies. Black Spinel is only found in a few locations in the
world, and because of its rarity, if the demand were to rise, supply would not
be abundant enough to keep up with it.
Black Spinel is mined mainly in Thailand, where it is known as “Nin”. There are
also known deposits in Africa, Myanmar (Burma), and Sri Lanka.
When set with a quality piece of gold or silver jewelry Black Spinel looks
elegant because of the striking contrast. Black Spinel is the opaque jet-black
variety of the Spinel family and it lacks the metallic luster of other popular
black gemstones.