0.22 Ct. Alexandrite from Russia

This 0.22 carat pear shape alexandrite presents as a compact and technically refined example of Russian material, with dimensions of 4.37 x 3.13 x 2.30 mm. The stone is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, combining a standard brilliant crown with a faceted pavilion that maximizes both return of light and color saturation. The crown consists of a well proportioned table and crown facets that create crisp, controlled scintillation, while the pavilion facets are aligned to reinforce the stone core and enhance the color change phenomenon. Clarity is graded very slightly included at eye level, which means that inclusions are minimal and generally do not interfere with brightness or color zoning when set. Medium color intensity reflects a balanced chromium related absorption profile typical of Russian alexandrite, and the excellent polish reveals sharp facet junctions and mirror like facet faces. No enhancement is present, assuring that color and optical behavior are entirely natural. The craftsmanship is consistent with the standards of The Natural Gemstone Company, where attention to facet symmetry and girdle finishing has been applied to preserve weight while achieving optimum optical performance.

Under different lighting conditions this alexandrite demonstrates classic color change and controlled brilliance. In strong daylight and cool white LED lighting the stone leans to a clear greenish tone with a cool secondary bluish cast, the mixed brilliant cutting producing tight white flashes around the table and lively face up brilliance. Under warm incandescent and candlelight sources the absorption shifts, and the body color moves toward a purplish to purplish red appearance, the pavilion facets deepening the hue and producing saturated flashes when the stone is tilted. Fluorescent lighting and typical office lighting produce an intermediate tone, where both greenish and purplish components are perceptible, and the faceting yields balanced scintillation with a modest degree of dispersion. Under halogen illumination the contrast between the color states becomes most apparent, with increased saturation in the red spectrum and enhanced contrast between flashes and dark facet windows. The stone responds to movement with brisk scintillation from the mixed brilliant design, while the very slightly included clarity permits light to travel through the gem without significant obstruction. For collectors and connoisseurs seeking a naturally changing, well cut example of Russian alexandrite, this piece from The Natural Gemstone Company combines precise faceting, reliable origin, and unenhanced character, making it suitable for engagement rings and fine jewelry that highlight its optical complexity.