2.27 Ct. Cabochon Alexandrite from Madagascar

This alexandrite specimen is a finely presented natural gem from Madagascar, weighing 2.27 carats, with precise dimensions of 7.16 by 6.78 by 4.93 millimeters, shaped into an oval cabochon. The cabochon cut accentuates the stone's translucency and internal depth, producing a continuous, domed face that reveals color and tone across its surface. Clarity has been evaluated at eye level as very slightly included, which results in an essentially clean appearance to the unaided eye, while preserving the stone's natural character. Color intensity is rated as intense, and the polish is excellent, yielding a high luster and strong surface reflection. No enhancements have been applied to this stone, and its natural origin is Madagascar, factors that contribute to an assured provenance and a wholly natural color change effect.

The defining optical attribute of this alexandrite is its pronounced color change, shifting from a bluish green in brighter, cooler lighting to a reddish purple in warmer, incandescent illumination. The cabochon profile is particularly effective at showcasing this transition, because the smooth dome allows light to refract and scatter within the material in a way that emphasizes hue shift rather than faceted flash. Under daylight or fluorescent conditions the gem displays a clear, saturated bluish green with a cool undertone, while under incandescent light the tone warms to a rich reddish purple, with violet nuances that become apparent at certain viewing angles. The translucency enhances the perception of depth, so that the color appears to originate from within the body of the stone, moving and changing as the piece is rotated or as the light source shifts.

Polish and surface quality play a central role in how the gem is perceived from every angle. The excellent polish contributes a mirror like finish to the cabochon dome, creating bright highlights that contrast against the saturated body color, and producing a sense of inner glow. The oval symmetry is well proportioned for both bezel and open settings, and the dome height of 4.93 millimeters is sufficient to present full color without appearing top heavy in most jewelry designs. The very slightly included clarity grade means that any internal features are minimal and do not disrupt the overall visual flow, instead lending subtle character that is only noticeable under magnification. From oblique angles the stone maintains consistent color saturation, and the combination of cabochon cut and high polish ensures that luster and depth are preserved, so that each vantage point reveals slightly different aspects of hue and internal light play.

Presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, this alexandrite combines measured gemological attributes with a visually engaging color change, making it appropriate for a range of fine jewelry applications where the emphasis is on color and natural character. Its untreated status and Madagascar origin provide clarity about provenance and treatment, important considerations for collectors and designers. Practical considerations for wear include avoiding harsh thermal shocks and prolonged exposure to strong chemicals, maintaining the polished surface with gentle cleaning, and selecting a setting that supports the dome while allowing light to interact with the material. The gem’s near eye clean appearance, intense color intensity, and excellent polish work in concert to enhance its beauty from every angle, delivering a balanced presentation of depth, color change, and surface brilliance.