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Alexandrite gemstone profile

Ceylon Gem

Alexandrite

A rare colour-change chrysoberyl for collectors and bespoke commissions.

Origin
Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Family
Chrysoberyl
Price
Price on request
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Gem Profile

Colour, origin, and rarity

Alexandrite is prized for transformation. Sri Lankan stones may move from greenish daylight tones to purplish or reddish evening tones, making them ideal for deeply personal jewels.

Acquisition Note

Colour-change strength and daylight/incandescent balance drive value.

  • Colour-change phenomenon
  • Collector rarity
  • Usually untreated
  • Private sourcing recommended
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Stone Dossier

Origin
Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Family
Chrysoberyl
Type
Chrysoberyl
Colour
Green to purplish red colour-change
Rarity
Very rare with strong colour change
Carat Range
0.20 ct - 2.00 ct+
Treatment
Typically untreated
Clarity
Transparent with natural inclusions assessed stone by stone
Certification
Independent certificate recommended
Price
Price on request

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