1.61 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Cabochon Alexandrite Pair from Russia

A rare and arresting duet, these Russian alexandrites embody an old world elegance that belongs in the private collection of someone who understands that true luxury is found in subtlety and provenance. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this pair with pride, offering two transparent cabochon cut alexandrites, each with a presence that is quietly commanding. The stones carry a contemplative color narrative, shifting from green into purple as light and angle conspire, a signature of alexandrite that has captivated collectors for generations. Their luminous domes and excellent polish catch the eye without ostentation, and the gentle chatoyancy of cabochon form lends them an intimate, tactile appeal, as if they were created to be held and admired. To wear or to own, these gems speak of discernment, they suggest a history of refined taste, and they bestow a distinction that is at once personal and unmistakably noble.

Measured with exacting care, the pair comprises a 0.78 carat gem and a 0.83 carat gem, each fashioned into a round shape with dimensions of 5.52 x 5.50 x 2.58 mm and 5.55 x 5.56 x 2.72 mm respectively. The craftsmanship is evident in the cabochon cut, a choice that accentuates the stones intrinsic color change and allows the medium intense color intensity to perform its full repertoire under differing light sources. Clarity is graded as included evaluated at eye level, an honest assessment that attests to the natural origin and character of these alexandrites, and to the fact that their beauty lies in nature rather than in treatment. There is no enhancement, and the origin is Russia, a provenance that resonates with historical prestige and with the storied deposits that first brought alexandrite to the attention of the world. The excellent polish enhances surface reflections and ensures that each dome presents a deep, satiny glow, making these stones ideal for centered settings that demand attention while remaining elegantly restrained.

Imagine these matched cabochons set as the focal points of a bespoke pair of earrings, their gentle domes rising above a halo of fine metal and petite accent diamonds, light transforming green into royal purple as the wearer moves through daylight and evening illumination. Envision them as a pendant, suspended from a delicate chain that allows motion and light to choreograph the stones chromatic ballet. The balance of weight between 0.78 carat and 0.83 carat offers a near perfect visual symmetry, and the round shape invites classic, timeless settings that will never feel dated. For the collector who prizes authenticity and rarity, these alexandrites provide a poetic alternative to larger, color saturated gemstones, they offer a wearable intimacy and a whisper of exclusivity that only connoisseurs will immediately recognize. Paired with warm metals such as 18 karat yellow gold, the green aspect finds a luminous counterpoint, while cool metals such as platinum or white gold accentuate the purple phase, allowing a jeweler or designer to craft a piece that will reflect the owners personal narrative as much as it reflects light.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that selecting a gemstone is as much an emotional decision as it is a technical one, and we present these alexandrites with full transparency and with a commitment to provenance and quality. Each stone has been reviewed and measured so that collectors may appreciate not only the visual beauty but also the factual attributes that support its rarity, from precise dimensions to weight and from clarity assessment to confirmation of no enhancement. Ownership of these Russian alexandrites is an affirmation of refined taste, a choice that distinguishes the wearer as someone who values authenticity, history, and the subtle drama that only a true color changing gem can deliver. If you would like to explore bespoke setting options, to request additional images, or to arrange a private viewing, our specialists stand ready to assist, guiding you with discretion and expertise so that the acquisition becomes an experience as exceptional as the stones themselves.