Spinel is a real gemstone Spinel made by the earth just like the diamonds, sapphires,Spinel vs. Sapphire emeralds, and rubies you know and love. It’s lesser known thanks to its rarity, so you may be hearing about it for the first time, but its been beloved by royals since at least the 14th century when it was initially mistaken for a ruby. Green spinel is a very calming and refreshing gemstone. It is associated with nature, healing, and peace. It can also help to connect you with the energies of the earth. It can range from light to dark green. High saturation in color with a medium tone are the most expensive type of blue Spinel. These are always colored by Cobalt and are extremely rare to find.Blue spinel symbolizes inner peace and truth, and is associated with enhancing communication and self-expression