Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant with 1/10 ctw Red Spinel

Gorgeous vintage 14k Yellow Gold pendant with 6 round faceted natural pinkish-red Spinel Gemstones set in a floral style cluster. Stamped with a maker's mark and '14k', this classy pendant weighs approximately 1.76 grams and measures approximately 18 mm x 12.3 mm including the integrated bale, which can accommodate up to a 2.25 mm chain.

Spinel, a gemstone with a rich history and vibrant color palette, is gaining well-deserved recognition. This gem, often mistaken for ruby in historical jewels, boasts a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, making it a durable choice for jewelry. Spinel occurs in a spectrum of hues, including vivid reds, blues, pinks, and purples, owing to trace elements. Its brilliance and lack of cleavage contribute to its exceptional sparkle. Once overshadowed, spinel is now celebrated for its own unique beauty and rarity.