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Natural Loose Spinel Gemstones

Browse our selection of natural loose spinel gemstones in vibrant colors and premium cuts.

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1.52ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

6.9 x 5.8 mm

$ 108.25

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0.95ct Pink Spinel, Oval, VS-SI

6.3 x 6 mm

$ 197.13

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25.07ctw Black Spinel, Baguette, Opaque

17.6 x 8.2 mm

$ 197.21

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7.24ctw Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

9 mm (calibrated)

$ 27.76

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1.07ct Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

8 x 5 mm (calibrated)

$ 159.86

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0.64ct Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

5.2 x 4.6 mm

$ 44.62

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0.52ct Red Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

5.4 x 4.4 mm

$ 43.16

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0.56ct Pink Spinel, Cushion, VS

5.2 x 4.1 mm

$ 39.04

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1.37ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS

6.6 x 5.7 mm

$ 227.42

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0.81ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

5.6 x 5 mm

$ 28.97

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25.49ctw Black Spinel, Baguette, Opaque

20.2 x 10.1 mm

$ 76.16

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1.25ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

6.6 x 6.1 mm

$ 124.50

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1.08ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

5.9 x 5.2 mm

$ 129.08

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22.77ctw Black Spinel, Oval, Opaque

16 x 12 mm (calibrated)

$ 69.09

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0.83ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.6 x 4.7 mm

$ 68.89

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1.21ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.6 x 6.3 mm

$ 72.92

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1.62ct Violet Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

6.7 x 6.2 mm

$ 101.23

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6.72ctw Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

9 mm (calibrated)

$ 25.76

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1.11ct Purple Spinel, Oval, VS

7.3 x 5.1 mm

$ 184.26

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1.06ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

6.5 x 5.8 mm

$ 127.20

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0.98ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.2 x 5 mm

$ 69.06

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1.43ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

7.5 x 5.8 mm

$ 142.43

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1.16ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

7 x 5 mm (calibrated)

$ 91.50

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1.07ct Purple Spinel, Pear Shape, VS

7.3 x 5.5 mm

$ 114.30

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Why Buy Spinel from GemSelect?

Natural Spinel Gemstones

Our natural spinel gemstones are carefully selected for their brilliance, clarity, and vibrant color. Every stone is 100% genuine, with any treatments fully disclosed for complete transparency.

Loose Spinel Stones Online

Buy loose spinel gemstones online with confidence at GemSelect. Choose from a wide range of shapes, sizes, and price points, all available with secure checkout and worldwide shipping.

Loose Spinel Gemstones in various colors and cuts

Red Spinel and Ruby Alternatives

Red spinel is highly valued for its intense color and brilliance. Often mistaken for ruby in historical crown jewels, spinel offers exceptional beauty and durability at an attractive price point.

Blue and Pink Spinel Varieties

Spinel is available in a stunning spectrum of colors, including vivid pink, rich blue, lavender, and even black. This versatility makes spinel an excellent choice for custom jewelry designs.

Faceted Spinel Stones

Faceted spinel gemstones maximize sparkle and brilliance. Popular shapes include round, oval, cushion, pear, and emerald cuts, ideal for rings, earrings, and pendants.

Spinel Cabochons

Spinel cabochons feature smooth, polished surfaces that highlight depth of color. These stones are perfect for unique statement jewelry or vintage-inspired settings.

Wholesale Spinel Gemstones

We offer competitive pricing on wholesale spinel gemstones for jewelers and collectors. Bulk purchases and calibrated sizes are available for consistent jewelry production.

August Birthstone Spinel

Spinel is recognized as an official August birthstone. It symbolizes strength and vitality, making it a meaningful gift for birthdays and special occasions.

Learn more about the history, properties, and care of spinel on our Spinel Information Page.

FAQs

Is spinel a natural gemstone?

Yes, spinel is a naturally occurring gemstone. At GemSelect, all spinel stones are genuine, and any treatments are clearly disclosed.

Is spinel a good alternative to ruby?

Red spinel offers similar color and brilliance to ruby but is often more affordable. It is also durable enough for everyday jewelry, with a Mohs hardness of 8.

What colors does spinel come in?

Spinel is available in red, pink, blue, purple, orange, gray, and black. This wide color range makes it suitable for many jewelry styles.

Can I buy spinel gemstones in calibrated sizes?

Yes, we offer calibrated spinel gemstones in popular sizes such as 6 mm rounds and 8 x 6 mm ovals, ideal for standard jewelry settings.

Is spinel suitable for engagement rings?

With a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, spinel is durable enough for engagement rings and daily wear when properly set and cared for.

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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

On the clarity options it goes "and better" so if youre looking for si specifically and you click si and better it still shows you basically everything. It just removes the opaques. Itd be nice if it was vs only, vss only, si only, etc

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I visited several online loose stone shops trying to find rare stones. I finally found one that I've been looking for here, and very satisfied. Looking forward to receive the item in 3 weeks.

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