Grape Expectations. Deep purple, as royal as any Amethyst, defines this exceptionally large, rare Purple Spinel weighing more than 9 carats! In the ancient world, purple was the color of kings and emperors. Only the ruling class was permitted to wear purple, because purple dye was so costly-- the color was squeezed from a shellfish called the murex, and ordinary people would be fined for wearing the royal shade. Those days are behind us, so claim this violet treasure for your collection! Gemstone Details
Identification: Natural Spinel
Carat: 9.09 Carats
Shape: Oval
Color: Purple
Measurements: 13.53 x 11.58 x 7.33 mm
Treatment: Unheated
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