Alexandrite
Alexandrite
£59.00
Raw Alexandrite. For size please see the photograph with 20p coin.
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Alexandrite is a rare variety of Chrysoberyl that appears different colours in different lighting conditions. It has the nickname of Emerald by day, Ruby by night.
Originally discovered in Russia, it is now also found in Sri Lanka, East Africa, and Brazil. It is very rare and very expensive.