Spinell gemstone pendant round checkerboard cut 925 silver

Spinel – a gemstone with a fascinating history: for centuries, it was mistaken for ruby because both appear in similar colors and are often found together. The famous "Black Prince's Ruby" in the British Imperial State Crown is actually a red spinel! Spinel comes in many colors – from red and pink to blue and black. This pendant is cut in an attractive checkerboard cut – faceted on both sides in a checkerboard pattern that refracts light in a particularly diverse way. Set in 925 sterling silver.

Height incl. eyelet: approx. 21 mm
Width: approx. 13 mm
Inner diameter of the eyelet: approx. 3.5 mm
Cut: Round, checkerboard cut (faceted on both sides)
Setting: 925 sterling silver
Mineralogy: Magnesium aluminum oxide (MgAl₂O₄), cubic

Slight variations in size and color are natural. The checkerboard cut makes this pendant a sparkling eye-catcher – ideal for fine silver chains or as a special accent in custom-made jewelry.

Significant locations: Myanmar (Burma), Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Tajikistan, Vietnam.

Significance in crystal healing

In traditional crystal healing, spinel is considered a stone of renewal and vitality. It is said to activate energy, strengthen stamina, and provide support for exhaustion and burnout.

These attributions are based on handed-down tradition and are not scientifically proven. They do not replace medical treatment.