Ruby Spinel (10 Twinned Crystals) (7.23 carats total weight)

Item Description

Spinels from Mogok are truly some of the most iconic representations of a particular species from a single locality. The crystals from this area have been mined for centuries, and still remain as the finest crystallized red examples of the species extant. The vast majority of the Spinels from Mogok are found as single loose octahedral crystals, but a small percentage are actually twinned. This form became synonymous with the species, and was named the "Spinel-Law" twinning habit. Here we have a 10 crystal set of "Spinel-Law" twins which range in color from a bright pink color to a deep blood red hue. They all demonstrate excellent crystal form with varying styles of this famous twin habit. A great set for any fan of gem crystals or crystal morphology. Spinel is one of those species that everybody knows, but not a lot of people have good representations in their collections. A great bargain for the starting bid, as each crystal averages to less than $25. Total weight of the lot is 7.23 carats.