A deep teal-blue Synthetic Spinel gemstone created by the Verneuil, or flux-melt, method.

Under microscopic magnification, the otherwise clean gem displays the diagnostic curved growth striae associated with the method of creation.
The gem also reacts strongly to L/W ultraviolet light, glowing a vivid red colour when exposed (image 4).

weight:  14.39 carats
shape:   Round cut
dimensions:   15.15 mm diameter x 8.05 mm
treatment:  Not applicable