3mm faceted spinel necklace

Spinel necklace

Choker necklaces:

Elegance meets the natural beauty of semi-precious stones. Discover our collection of faceted stone necklaces, adding a touch of sophistication and harmony to your style. Refinement in the Details: cut to reveal their natural sparkle, these semi-precious stones, crafted with precision, capture the light. Wear them on their own for a delicate look or layer them with other jewellery to express your style. Choose from a wide variety of minerals, such as amethyst, labradorite, tiger’s eye and many more. These necklaces are handcrafted by us using steel wire.

Spinel:

The name ‘spinel’ derives from the Latin word ‘spina’, meaning ‘thorn’. This refers to the pointed shape of spinel crystals and their very sharp edges. Spinel is a mineral belonging to the oxide group. It is often confused with other gemstones. Spinel specimens come in many different colours: red, pink, blue, green, black, transparent… Pink and red spinel, which so closely resembles ruby, has been nicknamed the ‘ruby impostor’. A notable example is the ‘Timur Ruby’, which was long reputed to be the world’s largest ruby, weighing 361 carats. It was even displayed amongst the British Crown Jewels. However, in 1851, it was reclassified as a spinel, revealing a historical error in its identification. Spinels are characterised by their hardness and have also been used in industry.
The main spinel deposits are found in Burma, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Afghanistan and Russia.