1.71 Ct. Alexandrite from Tanzania

Imagine holding a rare moment of nature in the palm of your hand, a jewel that sings with changing light and quiet mastery, a stone that becomes an heirloom of joy and memory. This transparent 1.71 carat cushion shape alexandrite offers a dramatic and tender transformation, moving from a yellowish green to a reddish green as the light shifts, and every subtle transition feels like an intimate secret revealed. At a weight that is both wearable and impressive, and with dimensions of 6.94 x 5.20 x 5.11 mm, this gem sits perfectly between presence and elegance, ready to be set into the piece that will mark a milestone, celebrate a love, or honor an achievement. The images capture its personality in both incandescent and fluorescent lighting, and the feeling of warmth and wonder that comes with seeing color come alive in a single, flawless moment is something you carry with you, a daily reminder of beauty and meaning.

Beyond its shifting color there is a story of skill and meticulous care, a testament to the hands that shaped it and the earth that formed it. This alexandrite has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth, allowing both flashes of fire and a steady, velvety glow to speak at once. The polish is excellent, which means the facets sing and the surface breathes with light, while the clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, assures you that the gem looks clean to the eye and honest to the collector. With a medium intense color intensity and no enhancement, you are acquiring a natural performance that requires no alteration to be profound, a pure expression of nature from Tanzania that is both rare and unmodified. When you choose this stone through The Natural Gemstone Company you are selecting transparency in origin and in treatment, a gem that holds its true story and its true value.

Owning this alexandrite is more than possessing an object, it is making an investment in beauty and craft that rewards the heart and the portfolio. Color changing alexandrite is prized for its scarcity and its dramatic appeal, qualities that make it a smart choice for collectors and for anyone who wants a tangible, emotional asset. Because this gem is untreated, its natural state enhances its desirability among connoisseurs who value authenticity, and its medium intense color and excellent cut mean that it will translate well into a variety of fine jewelry settings. Imagine this cushion shape alexandrite set into a halo that accentuates its color change, or embraced by a simple solitaire that lets the light play freely across the facets, each option increasing its visibility and potential long term value. With The Natural Gemstone Company behind your purchase, you gain more than a gem, you gain a relationship with a team that understands provenance, craftsmanship, and the language of precious stones, a partnership that elevates your acquisition into a thoughtful and lasting investment.

We invite you to let this alexandrite begin a new chapter in your collection, or to become the gift that creates an unforgettable memory. Our specialists at The Natural Gemstone Company can guide you in selecting a custom setting that preserves the gems integrity and showcases its color change, and we provide clear documentation of origin and treatment so your confidence grows as the gems story does. Caring for this piece is simple and rewarding, a soft cloth and mindful storage will protect its polish and let its color continue to surprise you, and occasional professional cleaning will keep the facets singing. This stone is a celebration of natural wonder, lapidary excellence, and thoughtful stewardship, a choice that brings joy now and promise for tomorrow. Allow this distinctive Tanzanian alexandrite to become the jewel that marks your next chapter, a luminous investment in beauty and craftsmanship that will be cherished for generations.