How can you tell if you have a real alexandrite?
Genuine alexandrites of about one carat are sometimes (rarely) without eye-visible inclusions, so the fact that you can’t see anything in the stone doesn’t mean it’s not genuine. A look under the microscope at 10X or more is recommended. A large, inclusion-free, color-change alexandrite.
Which is expensive diamond or alexandrite?
While there may be many key differences between Alexandrite and diamond, but they are quite similar in value. Both gemstones are generally expensive and it is common to find Alexandrite jewelry that costs the same as diamonds. Alexandrite is getting even more expensive due to its rarity as supply steadily declines.
What is the price of 1 carat alexandrite?
₹ 1 Lakh/Carat These are indicative values based on popular product prices.
Why is Alexandrite so valuable?
Most quality Alexandrite gemstones are not readily available anywhere. However, we have many of our Alexandrite Stones available for sale. The more apparent color change, the more valuable the Alexandrite. That is why the price of certain alexandrites are very expensive.
How do you care for Alexandrites?
Warm, soapy water is always safe for cleaning alexandrite. Ultrasonic and steam cleaners are usually safe. Alexandrites are usually not treated, although they might have fractures. Fracture-filled gemstones should only be cleaned with warm, soapy water.
How much are Alexandrites worth?
Size always affects alexandrite value. You can see this reflected in our Price Guide below. In sizes up to one carat, top-quality natural gems can sell for up to $15,000 per carat. Over one carat, the prices range from $50,000 to $70,000 per carat!
How hard are Alexandrites?
With a hardness of 8.5 on the Mohs scale, alexandrite is softer than sapphire and harder than garnet—the other gemstones that can change color.
Can Alexandrite be worn everyday?
It has excellent toughness and no cleavage, which is a tendency to break when struck. This makes it a good choice for rings and other mountings subject to daily wear.
Does Alexandrite get cloudy?
The color change is displayed due to the presence of chromium which often makes stone cloudy. Natural Alexandrite which is both very clear and has prominent color change is extremely rare. It is a miracle of nature. Such stones are sought after by collectors and command premium prices.
How much does an alexandrite cost?
Because of its rarity and limited deposits in the world, alexandrite is more expensive than ruby, emerald, sapphire, and sometimes diamonds. A high quality alexandrite can cost up to $15,000 per carat. However, an alexandrite with a dramatic color change and vivid hues might range from $50,000 to $70,000 per carat!
How rare is alexandrite?
Alexandrite Is Extremely Rare. It is rare to find Alexandrite in large sizes. The specimens weighing more than three carats are not very common. The largest Alexandrite discovered so far weight around 66 carats and is located at Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC.
What are the most common colors of alexandrite?
Alexandrite, a strongly pleochroic (trichroic) gem, will exhibit emerald green, red and orange-yellow colors depending on viewing direction in partially polarised light. However, its most distinctive property is that it also changes color in artificial (tungsten/halogen) light compared to daylight.
What is alexandrite stone?
Alexandrite Stone is a stone that shows color transitions in blue–green, non-natural light like sunlight in red-purple colors. The color transitions are sharper and alexandrites which do not show brownish color are more valuable. It is one of the rare gemstones that have color transitions on earth. It belongs to the beryl group like emerald.
