8.18 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

The 8.18 carat cushion shape color change alexandrite from The Natural Gemstone Company is a remarkable gemstone for discerning buyers who demand precision and quality. This alexandrite, with dimensions of 12.99 x 10.33 x 6.94 mm, showcases the rare ability to change color under different lighting conditions, making it a prized specimen among enthusiasts of fine gemstones. The transparent nature of this alexandrite amplifies its inherent beauty, as it allows light to traverse the stone, adding to its visual appeal while maintaining its clarity. Evaluated at eye level, this gemstone displays a very slightly included clarity grade, which is indicative of natural characteristics that rarely affect its overall appearance, ensuring that the stone remains brilliant and vibrant.

Expert craftsmanship is evident in the mixed brilliant cut of this gemstone, a style that masterfully combines facets to enhance the natural color change effect, characteristic of fine alexandrites. This intricate cut, a hallmark of expert gem cutting, involves melding traditional cutting styles with a contemporary approach to lighting considerations, resulting in a gemstone that dazzles with every movement. Perfectly polished to the highest standards, the excellent polish enhances the stone's surface, creating a lustrous sheen that captures and refracts light in a symphony of color and brilliance, ensuring that every angle reveals a stunning vista of changing hues from green to reddish-purple.

The intense color intensity of this particular alexandrite is a testament to its superior quality, with each hue transition providing a vivid display that is both rare and captivating. This intensity is a prized characteristic particularly cherished by connoisseurs of fine gemstones who appreciate an alexandrite's ability to convey deep, vibrant colors as they are exposed to different lighting environments. The gem's origin, Ceylon—known today as Sri Lanka—adds another layer of prestige to its pedigree, as this region historically produces some of the world's most sought-after gemstones. Ceylon's unique geological conditions contribute to the production of alexandrites of extraordinary quality and rarity, enhancing the overall value of this specimen.

In terms of durability, this alexandrite ranks commendably on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, ensuring that it will withstand the rigors of wear. With a hardness comparable to that of other gemstones traditionally associated with resilience, such as sapphire, this alexandrite can be confidently worn and cherished for generations. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we are committed to providing only the finest gemstones, meticulously vetted for their brilliance, quality, and craftsmanship. This 8.18 carat cushion shape color change alexandrite represents the pinnacle of luxury and refinement, an acquisition for collectors who recognize the extraordinary blend of technical precision and natural wonder encapsulated in this gemstone.