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In Burma (Myanmar), where some of the most beautiful colors are mined, Spinel was recognized as a separate gem species as early as 1587.
Spinel is a favorite of gem dealers and gem collectors due to its brilliance, hardness and wide range of spectacular colors.
The main thing holding back greater recognition for Spinel is rarity. Fine Spinels are now more rare than the rubies they used to imitate. Strangely, they are also more affordable.
Due to its rarity, Spinel is seldom found in calibrated sizes. It is however a durable gemstone that is perfect for all jewelry uses.
In addition to Burma, now known as Myanmar, Spinel is mined in Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Tajikistan, part of the former Soviet Union. Because of its lack of availability we currently feel Spinel is an excellent gemstone for investment especially over 1.0 ct. and eye-clean to flawless gemstones.
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