6.00 Ct. Alexandrite from India

One glance at this extraordinary alexandrite and you understand why gems with a storied past continue to captivate collectors and connoisseurs, This is a transparent, natural alexandrite weighing 6.00 carats, cut into a classic oval measuring 11.43 x 9.86 x 5.95 millimeters, and finished with a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes both scintillation and the stones remarkable color change, Under fluorescent or daylight this gem reveals a deep bluish green, while under incandescent light it shifts to a warm reddish purple, a transformation that is at the heart of alexandrites enduring mystique, The clarity is graded as very slightly included at eye level, a testament to its natural formation, and the polish is excellent, allowing light to dance across its facets with a refined elegance, Importantly this gem has no enhancement, ensuring that its vivid color intensity and natural character are wholly authentic, We at The Natural Gemstone Company present this alexandrite as a living piece of earths history, ready to be set into a classic design that will endure for generations.

Alexandrite carries one of the most romantic and regal histories among gemstones, first brought to prominence in the nineteenth century when it was discovered in the Ural Mountains and associated with the era of the Russian tsars, Its legendary status grew from both its dramatic color change and its rarity, Traditions and folklore soon elevated alexandrite to a symbol of fortune and balance, making it an especially meaningful choice for those who prize legacy and continuity, This particular alexandrite originates in India, a source that imbues the gem with additional historical resonance, Indian alexandrite deposits form under unique geological conditions that yield strong color change and saturated tones, Gems from India have long been prized by traders and royal houses across Asia for their depth of color and crystal clarity, Provenance matters to collectors, and an Indian origin speaks to centuries of gem cutting, trading routes, and craftsmanship that connect the stone to ancient markets and storied patrons, The fact that this gem is untreated enhances its desirability, Collectors and lovers of classic jewelry understand that a natural, unenhanced alexandrite from India does not merely decorate the wearer, it carries a narrative of place and time that adds tangible and intangible value.

For those who seek a piece that marries historical gravitas with refined aesthetics, this alexandrite is ideally suited to traditional settings that emphasize proportion and balance, The oval shape and mixed brilliant cut make it an exquisite focal point for an engagement ring, a pendant, or a signet style brooch, The 11.43 by 9.86 millimeter footprint provides a generous presence on the hand or at the throat, while the 5.95 millimeter depth ensures a secure pavilion for lasting wear, Very slightly included clarity reassures that the stone remains eye clean to most observers, while also affirming its natural origin and individuality, The vivid color intensity means that in fine white metal settings the bluish green will glow with cool sophistication, and in warmer metals the reddish purple will bloom with romantic warmth, The excellent polish amplifies these shifts, producing a lively interplay of color and light that will be admired for decades, At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that heritage pieces are chosen with thought and emotion, We offer this alexandrite with full disclosure of its characteristics and origin, and with guidance on classic mounting options that respect the gems provenance, For the discerning buyer who values tradition, rarity, and verified natural origin, this untreated Indian alexandrite represents not only a luminous jewel, but an heirloom ready to begin its passage through generations.