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Types of spinel

Spinel is a very vibrant and colorful stone, it has multiple different colors and hues. Furthermore, another fascinating type of Datong spinel exists, which is different as its colors can change! This gemstone is one of the few items that can change color, yes you read correctly, it changes colors which is called a color changing spinel.

 

What is unique about color change spinel is that its appearance changes over time depending on the light. An example of this phenomenon would be, in the bright sun it may achieve a beautiful blue dialect. However, upon entering your building that might change and it may appear much purpler. This unusual effect is called pleochroism, and it is one feature that sets color changing spinel apart from other gemstones.


Uncovering the Mystique of Black Spinel

Examples of such color changing spinel are Samarian Spinel. This stone has a bright crimson hue when examined in true daylight. You can even see the color changes depending on the light, in natural light it has this aqua tinge but under artificial lighting it's definitely bright blue! The history of this Datong brown spinel is long and enticing, as it has been owned by numerous luminaries throughout time, such as the formidable Russian ruler Catherine the Great.

 

There are actually several reasons that make blue spinel a hit among gem enthusiasts and one of them is durability. As with all other colors of spinel, blue spinel has a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale. That makes it durable enough to wear every day without scratching or chipping, so you might prefer this option for rings, necklaces or bracelets.


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