By Origin
Tanzanian Spinel
Tanzania transformed the spinel world with the 2007 discovery at Mahenge — an intense, neon pink-red that set a new standard for the gem. Tanzanian spinel spans that famous hot pink through to fine reds and violets, with a saturation collectors prize.
Our Tanzanian spinel is natural, untreated and independently certified, hand-selected for vivid, glowing colour.
Home of neon Mahenge — natural, untreated & independently certified.
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Tanzanian Spinel — Frequently Asked
- What is Tanzania known for in spinel?
- Tanzania, and Mahenge in particular, is famed for an intense neon pink-red spinel discovered in 2007. It is among the most valuable and sought-after spinel in the world.
- What is Mahenge spinel?
- Mahenge is a Tanzanian locality producing spinel in a vivid, almost fluorescent pink-red. Top Mahenge stones command some of the highest prices per carat in the gem.
- Is Tanzanian spinel natural and untreated?
- Yes — natural, almost always untreated, and accompanied by an independent gemological certificate.
- How do I buy Tanzanian spinel?
- Browse the pieces here, or enquire about a specific colour or size and a specialist will send available stones with certification and pricing.
Sources
Facts on this page draw on independent gemmological authorities:
- Gemological Institute of America (GIA) · Institute
- Gübelin Gem Lab · Laboratory
- GRS (GemResearch Swisslab) · Laboratory
- Lotus Gemology · Laboratory