Alexandrite is a rare gemstone that is famous for its color-changing properties. It was first discovered in the Ural Mountains of Russia in 1830 and is named after Tsar Alexander II.
Alexandrite is a variety of the mineral chrysoberyl and is characterized by its green color in daylight and its red or purplish-red color in incandescent light. The color change is due to the presence of chromium in the crystal structure.
The most valuable Alexandrite stones exhibit a distinct color change and have a strong, saturated color in both daylight and incandescent light. Larger stones are rarer and therefore more expensive.
Report-ID:
AU1298
Date: 2023-07-15
Gemstone Report
Family: Chresoberyl
Trade Name: Alexandrite
Weight: 1.44ct
Color Daylight: Olive Green to Reddish Olive
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style: Faceted
Crown: Brilliant
Pavilion: Brilliant
Dimension: 7.76 X 6.12 X 4.03
Enhancement: No indications of heating
Origin: Sri Lanka
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