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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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1.29ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.7 x 5.6 mm

$ 102.17

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1.33ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.3 x 6.1 mm

$ 119.70

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0.52ct Pink Spinel, Cushion, VS

4.8 x 4.8 mm

$ 26.00

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13.85ctw Black Spinel, Heart, Opaque

12 x 12 mm (calibrated)

$ 91.42

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9.76ctw Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

10 mm (calibrated)

$ 38.65

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1.16ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.4 x 6.3 mm

$ 153.12

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1.65ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

7.6 x 6.9 mm

$ 141.58

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0.83ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.6 x 4.7 mm

$ 83.00

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0.49ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

4.9 x 4.1 mm

$ 41.16

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17.73ctw Black Spinel, Heart, Opaque

13 x 13 mm (calibrated)

$ 70.21

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0.96ct Purple Spinel, Pear Shape, VVS-VS

8 x 5 mm (calibrated)

$ 41.35

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8.52ctw Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

10 mm (calibrated)

$ 33.74

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1.21ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

6.2 x 5.5 mm

$ 103.82

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0.41ct Pink Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

4.7 x 3.7 mm

$ 34.44

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1.10ct Violet Spinel, Cushion, VVS

6 x 6 mm (calibrated)

$ 74.15

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0.68ct Violet Spinel, Round, VVS-VS

5 mm (calibrated)

$ 42.97

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7.33ctw Black Spinel, Round, Opaque

9 mm (calibrated)

$ 38.70

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1.57ct Gray Spinel, Cushion, VS

7.1 x 6.6 mm

$ 188.40

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1.04ct Purple Spinel, Oval, VVS-VS

6.6 x 5.7 mm

$ 144.14

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13.48ctw Black Spinel, Heart, Opaque

12 x 12 mm (calibrated)

$ 88.97

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0.64ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

5.5 x 4.2 mm

$ 53.76

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0.58ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VVS-VS

4.7 x 4.5 mm

$ 48.72

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1.49ct Purple Spinel, Cushion, VS

6.7 x 5.5 mm

$ 112.18

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0.87ct Purple Spinel, Oval, VS

6.1 x 5.4 mm

$ 87.00

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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.

GemSelect Certified Store Reviews

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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

Great! Affordable

Posted By Spinellope in April, 2026
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

GemSelect offers excellent choices, prices & service- highly recommended! Unfortunately, prior to ordering a replacement gemstone, my jeweler neglected to mention it needed to be one that was a'cushion cuta' to fit the existing mount. Have yet to return/exchangea'

Posted By CJ in March, 2026
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Overall Rating -> 9 star ratings

Nothing bad to report. Everything is as expected. The gems and the price are all very good.

Posted By Dafanatic in August, 2025
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Overall Rating -> 9 star ratings

the gems were smaller than I thought but I was at fault for not reading the complete discrimination

Posted By Tim in May, 2025
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

It was good. There was a large selection at prices I could afford.

Posted By Zorah in February, 2026
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Overall Rating -> 10 star ratings

Absolutely love the website, selection and products. Can you guys add a gemstones with inclusions tab. I like those it'd be nice to have them all in one place but i do understand it would be alot of work to go through and categorize them. Thank you anyways

Posted By The homie edgar in December, 2025
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