Mahenge spinel crystal, natural red spinel, pink spinel, tanzania mineral specimen, rare gem crystal, collector crystal

• One off natural mineral specimen. You will receive the exact piece shown in the photos.
• Selected for colour, form and display appeal. Once sold, it will not be restocked.
• Photographed under neutral lighting to show accurate colour and clarity.

This 13.48 ct natural spinel crystal comes from Mahenge in Tanzania and has the intense red-pink colour this locality has become famous for. It is a naturally formed twin crystal, with rich raspberry and magenta tones, strong lustre and areas where the crystal becomes beautifully transparent.

There is a lot going on inside this one. Natural inclusions and internal fractures run through the crystal, but there are also small gemmy areas considered suitable for faceting. I have left it exactly as it is because, for me, the combination of vivid colour, twin crystal form and those transparent windows makes it far more interesting as a natural Mahenge specimen.

Specifications

• Mineral: Spinel
• Weight: 13.48 ct
• Dimensions: Approximately 15.9 × 9 × 8.8 mm
• Origin: Mahenge, Ulanga District, Morogoro Region, Tanzania
• Colour: Vivid red-pink to raspberry / magenta pink
• Crystal form: Natural twin crystal
• Transparency: Transparent to translucent, with gemmy areas
• Facet potential: Small facetable portions present
• Treatment: Untreated and unheated
• Condition: Natural inclusions, internal fractures and contact areas consistent with an uncut mineral specimen

Metaphysical Properties

Spinel is traditionally associated with vitality, resilience and renewed energy. Red and pink spinel are particularly associated with confidence, emotional strength and the heart.

These associations come from traditional crystal beliefs and are not scientifically proven.