{"product_id":"imperial-scarlet","title":"Imperial Scarlet","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImperial Scarlet\u003c\/strong\u003e is not a gemstone.\u003cbr\u003eIt is an apparition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis untreated \u003cstrong\u003e6.65 ct spinel from Mogok (Myanmar)\u003c\/strong\u003e displays an intense to rich red color, rarely seen. The broad, archaic \u003cstrong\u003eAntique Cushion Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances this effect, giving the stone a massive, almost \u003cstrong\u003esculptural presence\u003c\/strong\u003e. Here, color is not merely on the surface – it resides at its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the light, Imperial Scarlet reveals depth rather than flashes. Large facets gather the light, reflecting it calmly and creating an impression of weight, dignity, and endurance. It is precisely this quiet authority that distinguishes this spinel from smaller, brighter stones. The subtle glimmer of the facets in the typical Burmese red appears mystical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the edge of the table, there is a \u003cstrong\u003every small natural chip\u003c\/strong\u003e, barely perceptible to the naked eye and visible only under magnification. This is deliberately not concealed or kept secret. It is part of this stone's journey – a testament to its origin, age, and natural material process. For connoisseurs, this does not diminish its character but confirms it. The chip does not affect the stone's brilliance, nor are there any underlying cracks, etc. From the side view on the left, the chip is visible (white) at the top edge. I will gladly provide detailed photos upon request!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImperial Scarlet is for collectors who understand that absolute nature is not flawless – but unique. A stone of this size, color, and origin does not belong in mass production or comparative tables.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt belongs to be found.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eChip on table facet, barely visible to the eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNo impact on light refraction, no cracks in the stone (microscopically examined).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRepolishing is optionally possible, but always somewhat critical with spinel due to its hardness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExpected weight loss according to the lapidary approx. 0.3-0.5ct (repolishing of the entire table + girdle).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePrice reduction -CHF 4000.- \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCost for cutting + re-certification amounts to approx. CHF 800.- - 1000.-\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Character-Gems.art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57735254835574,"sku":null,"price":27455.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/3018\/3030\/files\/imperial-scarlet-8250828.jpg?v=1778442857","url":"https:\/\/character-gems.art\/en\/products\/imperial-scarlet","provider":"Character-Gems.art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}