Spinel Crystal in Marble Host | Red Spinel | 29 gr, 145.7 ct | Mogok, Myanmar Chondrite Origin: Yates Mine

Origin: Yates Mine

Philippines

sphalerite and pyrite crystals

Approx Weight (per piece): 51

Spinel Crystal in Marble Host | Red Spinel | 29 gr, 145.7 ct | Mogok, Myanmar Chondrite Origin: Yates MineThis is a beautiful Spinel crystal in marble host from Myanmar (Burma). Spinel comes in a variety of colors, including red, pink, blue, purple, orange, and black. It is often mistaken for other gemstones due to its resemblance to rubies and sapphires, especially red spinel, which historically has been confused with ruby. Spinel is found in various regions around the world, including Myanmar (formerly Burma), Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Madagascar, Vietnam,