• Black Spinel Sterling Silver Ring

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    An amazing ring, made of 925 Sterling Silver features 4.77cts of beautiful Black Spinel from Thailand.

    Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
    Average Weight: 4.55g
    Number of Gemstones: 11
    Shape:    Octagon and Round
    Total Carat Weight: 4.77cts

    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.