1.17 Ct. Alexandrite from Brazil

From the uplands of Brazil, where seasonal rains and ancient pegmatites coax rare minerals from the earth, this alexandrite began its journey as a hidden sliver of chrysoberyl that grew slowly within a matrix of rock and time, absorbing trace elements that would one day create a magical color change. Hand recovered and carefully sorted by experienced miners, this transparent 1.17 carat oval alexandrite measures 7.42 x 5.49 x 3.83 mm, it displays a bluish green hue under fluorescent light and a pinkish purple personality under incandescent illumination, a beguiling shift that evokes twilight and dawn. Cut to a mixed brilliant facet pattern to balance sparkle and color, the gem shows a medium intense color intensity and excellent polish, with a clarity grade of slightly included evaluated at eye level, and it carries the integrity of no enhancement, a natural example of Brazil's gemmaking gifts.

As a piece ready to become a cherished jewel, this alexandrite offers exceptional flexibility for custom design, and The Natural Gemstone Company is pleased to guide you through settings that enhance its dual tones and live surface character. For a ring that maximizes color change and light return, a four or six prong solitaire in platinum or white gold will allow the stone to breathe and display the green to purple shift with every movement, while a halo of small diamonds can amplify sparkle and add contrast to either hue. For everyday wear and secure protection of the slightly included pavilion, a low profile bezel in warm rose gold will shelter the girdle and create a vintage inspired contrast to the alexandrite's shifting colors. Consider an east west oval mount for modern appeal, a three stone design with tapered baguettes to elongate the hand, or a pendant and matching stud earrings that let the gem flirt with different light sources. For bespoke commissions, we can pair the alexandrite with colored sapphires or minty tourmalines to accentuate the bluish green face, or with deep rubies to deepen the purple moments. The stone dimensions and mixed brilliant cut lend themselves to both delicate and statement pieces, and our craftsmen can suggest prong profiles or partial bezels to mask inclusions when desired, preserving value while celebrating the gem's natural story. If you would like a personal sketch or setting recommendation, The Natural Gemstone Company is ready to help turn this Brazilian alexandrite into an heirloom that continues its journey on your hand.