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

If you are searching for an engagement ring that stands apart, or a rare collector gem that tells a story with every change of light, this matched pair of Russian alexandrites from The Natural Gemstone Company is the perfect solution. These translucent ovals weigh 0.82 carats and 0.86 carats, with dimensions of 6.78 x 4.91 x 2.64 millimeters and 7.04 x 5.06 x 2.31 millimeters, cabochon cut to emphasize their color shifting character. Evaluated at eye level they have an included clarity grade, and they display intense color intensity with an excellent polish. There is no enhancement, so you receive genuine Russian alexandrite material, prized for its natural color change from a greenish hue under fluorescent lighting to a purplish tone under incandescent lighting. As a matched pair the stones are closely balanced in size, shape, and overall appearance, making them ideal for a dramatic pair of earrings, a balanced pendant and ring set, or a bespoke matched design that highlights their complementary personalities.

In aesthetic terms these cabochon alexandrites offer a softer, more mysterious presence than faceted gems, with color depth and internal life that evolve as you move through different lighting, which many collectors and discerning clients prefer over the constant sparkle of faceted stones. Compared with faceted alexandrite, which focuses on brilliance and fire, these cabochons emphasize the gemological wonder of color change, offering a velvety glow and a painterly surface that invites touch. Against other classic gemstones, such as sapphire or emerald, this pair stands out for its dynamic personality, because sapphires and emeralds are admired for stable, saturated color, while these alexandrites engage the senses by shifting mood from cool green to warm purple. The included clarity gives each stone character and a natural, lived in beauty that many lovers of antique and vintage styles seek, and the excellent polish ensures a smooth, lustrous finish that catches and holds the eye. If you want a matched pair that resolves the search for rarity, romance, and wearable art, The Natural Gemstone Company offers these Russian alexandrites as a conclusive choice, and we are ready to assist with setting options and certification details to make them uniquely yours.