Lot 4305. Superb Pair of Red Spinels, Burma. Estimate US$ 50,000 - 60,000 (€ 42,000 - 50,000) © Bonhams 2001-2018

This exceptional pair of red spinels displays a medium-deep tone and vivid saturation of red color, unmasked by brown. They have been faceted as antique cushion cuts which lends them a "old mine" appearance but their optics, faceting, luster and clarity speak for themselves--this is a superlative pair of stones suitable for the knowledgable collector. Weighing 6.14 and 5.70 carats and measuring 10.55 x 9.02 x 7.87mm and 10.38 x 9.02 x 7.63mm

Accompanied by a Lotus Gemology Gold report no. 2753-5978 dated November 28, 2016 stating that the two stones, weighing 6.14 and 5.70 carats, are antique cushion cut vivid red spinels and that they show no indications of heating or treatment and that they originate from Burma.