Spinel Charme (Augustus Geboortesteen)

I was a little nervous buying jewelry online, but the 14k gold setting feels substantial and the spinel's color is even richer in person. It's become my go-to piece when I need a confidence boost before a big meeting, and I've already gotten two compliments on it.

The deep red spinel catches the light like a tiny ember, and the 14k gold setting feels substantial without being heavy. I’ve worn it daily for two weeks and the color still stops me mid-glance every time I catch my reflection.

I was a little worried the stone would look dull in person, but the 14k gold setting makes the deep red spinel absolutely pop. It’s lightweight enough that I forget I’m wearing it, yet the color feels so grounding every time I catch a glimpse.