Alexandrite Ring

A big, gorgeous alexandrite ring will certainly turn some heads. Not only is this incredible gem gorgeous because of its ability to dramatically change color, it's one of the most rare and expensive gemstones on the planet today.

Since its discovery in 1830 on a in Russian mountainside, this gemstone has intrigued jewellery lovers everywhere. It was immediately made into jewelry, including alexandrite rings, for the Russian royalty and the most wealthy people in the world.

Genuine alexandrite dramatically changes color with the light, from bright red to bright green. Although many alexandrite rings today are marketed as genuine stones, most of them are simply color-changing chrysoberyl. They will not change color as dramatically as real alexandrite.

A one-carat alexandrite ring, if you can even find it, will retail for at least $15,000, and larger gems at up to $100,000 per carat! Even the color-changing chrysoberyls are very rare and expensive.

If have the opportunity to buy a genuine alexandrite ring, be sure to check its ability to change coor. The more dramatic the color change, the more valuable the gemstone.

Alexandrite is the birthstone for June, and many women born in that month wear simulated alexandrite rings. A high-quality simulate can be just as beautiful as the real thing.
 
You'll find alexandrite rings in a variety of designs. Look rings in white gold or sterling silver. Most gemstones will be small, even if it is a lab-created alexandrite ring.

Both genuine and lab-created alexandrite rings are very easy to care for and would make a great every day ring. Since it is relatively hard, alexandrite jewelleries are not susceptable to to cracks, scratches or chips. Your alexandrite ring can be cleaned with commercial jewelry cleaner.

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