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Spinel
Also known as: Balas ruby
Brilliant red, pink and blue gem long mistaken for ruby – including in Britain's Crown Jewels – and an August birthstone.
- ColourRed, Pink, Blue, Purple, Black
- Mineral groupOxide (spinel group)
- ChemistryMgAl₂O₄
- Hardness (Mohs)8
- Crystal systemCubic
- Where it's foundMyanmar, Tajikistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Vietnam
- ChakraRoot
- ZodiacAries, Sagittarius
- BirthstoneAugust
What is Spinel?
Spinel astrology & birthstone
- Zodiac signsAries, Sagittarius
- Ruling planetMars
- ElementFire
- Birthstone monthAugust
Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.
Spinel meaning & traditional properties
- Renewal
- Energy
- Hope
Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.
How to use Spinel
How to care for Spinel
Looking for Spinel?
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Rituals & pairings
Pair Spinel with a energy & motivation ritual
A bright morning ritual to wake up your energy and motivation.
Traditionally paired with: Lemongrass, citrus, mint or eucalyptus incense · An orange or yellow candle · Palo santo
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Wear it & work with it
Spinel jewellery & pendulums
Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.
Spinel FAQs
Is the Black Prince's Ruby a ruby?
No – it's a large red spinel in the British Imperial State Crown.
What month is spinel?
August, with peridot and sardonyx.
Related crystals
Ruby
The 'king of gems' – rich red corundum and July's birthstone, symbol of passion and vitality.
Garnet
January's birthstone – a family of gems best known in deep red, worn since the time of the pharaohs.
Sapphire
Deep blue corundum and September's birthstone – a symbol of wisdom and loyalty, worn by royalty for centuries.
Peridot
Lime-green August birthstone born deep in Earth's mantle – and even found in meteorites.
