0.74 Ct. Alexandrite from Madagascar

From the mineral rich hills of Madagascar comes a rare and poetic treasure, a transparent 0.74 carat cushion shape alexandrite that carries the land in its light. Born over millennia as aluminum and chromium met under precise geological pressure, this gem emerged with a living color that shifts from a yellowish green to a reddish green, a transformation that has fascinated cultures and collectors for generations. Hand recovered with care, this stone measures 5.94 x 4.73 x 3.38 mm, and has been fashioned into a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth. Its clarity is described as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, allowing the eye to drink in the color change without obvious distractions, and its polish has been finished to an excellent standard so each facet sings when light moves across it. This alexandrite is untreated, no enhancement, which means its medium intense color intensity and natural character are preserved exactly as the earth delivered them, and at The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that origin from Madagascar at every step of its journey to you.

As a centerpiece this cushion alexandrite invites endless possibilities for customization, and its compact yet impactful dimensions make it ideal for both intimate designs and striking statement pieces. Set as a solitary ring, it will capture the gaze in classic four or six prongs, letting light enter to showcase the color change, or choose a low profile bezel for a modern, secure look that emphasizes the gem's shape. For engagement rings the stone pairs beautifully with a delicate halo of white diamonds to amplify brilliance while preserving the chameleon character, or with warm rose gold shoulders to harmonize with the reddish green tones. It will translate into an elegant pendant, a refined pair of stud earrings when paired with matching stones, or a bespoke bracelet link flanked by tapered baguettes or mixed cut accents. Jewelers can play with metal choices, yellow gold for a vintage glow, white metals for contrast, or platinum for lasting durability, and designer settings can incorporate pavé, filigree, or open gallery work to tune how the gem presents under different lights. At The Natural Gemstone Company we collaborate with you and your jeweler to recommend proportions and mounting styles that preserve the stone's integrity and maximize its color shift, and we can provide guidance on design sketches, accent stones, and care so this Madagascan alexandrite becomes a piece that carries its story from the earth to your hand.