Natural Stone

Black Spinel

Color

Black

About the stone

Black Spinel is a natural gemstone with a deep, intense black, prized for its radiant shine and elegant look. It's a refined alternative to other black stones, increasingly sought after in contemporary jewelry.

With a high hardness (8 on the Mohs scale), Black Spinel is durable and ideal for everyday wear. We recommend gentle cleaning to maintain its luster.

Characteristics

What you need to know.

Color · name

Black

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Care profile

Moderate

See the full care profile in the section below.

Care for Black Spinel

How to care for it.

Care profile

Moderate

Care level

Cleaning

Warm water with soap or a gentle professional jewelry solution.
Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if the stone is not clearly compatible (e.g., some amethysts or topazes may be affected).
Avoid steam cleaning unless specifically safe for that stone.

Exposure precautions

Remove jewelry before intense physical activities or entering chlorinated pools.
Avoid contact with strong chemicals (chlorine, ammonia).
Some stones may lose color with prolonged sun exposure; store them properly.

Storage

Store in soft pouches or separate compartments to prevent scratches.
If the metal oxidizes easily (like some silver alloys), consider anti-tarnish strips.
Avoid areas with high humidity (bathrooms, saunas).

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