Accent Stones Alexandrite Ring 1.00 Ct., 18K Yellow & White

This ring centers on a precisely proportioned, translucent 1.00 carat oval alexandrite exhibiting a measurable and attractive color shift from yellowish green to reddish green. The stone measures 7.17 by 5.57 by 3.07 millimeters, producing a length to width ratio of approximately 1.29, an elegant oval outline that reads as both classic and slightly elongated. The pavilion depth of the gem is approximately 48 percent relative to the mean diameter, consistent with a mixed brilliant cut design that balances deep pavilion facets for even color saturation with a brilliant crown geometry for scintillation. The mixed brilliant faceting scheme combines triangular and kite shaped crown facets above the girdle with a series of step or modified step facets on the lower half, an arrangement that enhances both face up brightness and the color change response that defines alexandrite as a collector grade material.

Optical and clarity characteristics of this alexandrite are stated with technical precision. The clarity grade is very very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minor, localized, and do not interrupt the overall transparency or light return. The medium intense color saturation yields strong color presence without overwhelming contrast, allowing the color change to read distinctly under variable light sources. The excellent polish indicates that facet junctions and surface smoothness have been executed to a high degree, minimizing light leakage and maximizing dispersion and scintillation. Origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source known for chrysoberyl that often displays lively green tones and clear color change behavior. No enhancement has been applied to the alexandrite, providing collectors and connoisseurs with a natural, untreated material whose optical properties are intrinsic to its crystallographic and trace element composition.

The ring’s accent diamonds are specified as white round shaped natural diamonds, with a combined weight of approximately 0.045 carats. Clarity falls within the VS1 to VS2 range and color is graded F, a near colorless grade that provides crisp white contrast against the alexandrite. These round brilliant accents are deployed to complement the center stone rather than compete with it, positioned as small melee elements that deliver concentrated points of white sparkle and serve to visually bridge the warm yellow gold prongs to the cool white gold band. The small diamond size and their very slight inclusions make them effective for accentuating contrast and raising perceived brilliance at the gallery without introducing color or clarity distractions.

Metals and setting design are executed in a two tone approach using 18K yellow gold and 18K white gold, a classic combination that underscores the ring’s timeless design intent. The alexandrite is secured in a yellow gold prong head, a deliberate material choice that sympathetically reflects the warmer phases of the stone and provides a tonal backdrop that enhances the perceived saturation of the green to red transition. The shank and shoulders are rendered in 18K white gold, providing a neutral high whiteness platform for the F color diamonds and a contemporary aesthetic that remains classically restrained. The construction demonstrates attention to junction quality, prong geometry, and gallery clearance, with hand finishing that produces contiguous high polish on the exterior surfaces and clean, internally refined lines in the gallery area. The use of 18 karat alloys balances surface durability with intrinsic luster and long term wearability.

The overall design communicates timeless appeal through measured proportions, restrained ornament, and technical execution. The oval mixed brilliant alexandrite offers both visual versatility and robustness, chrysoberyl hardness approximates 8.5 on the Mohs scale, making the center gem suitable for regular wear when mounted properly. The two tone metal treatment coupled with small, high quality diamond accents produces an object that reads as both heirloom and modern everyday piece, a balance frequently sought by informed buyers who value longevity and provenance. The Natural Gemstone Company provides full disclosure regarding origin and treatment, confirming that the alexandrite is natural, sourced from Ceylon, and has received no enhancements. For customers seeking a ring that combines precision cutting, honest gem grading, and classic aesthetic restraint, this piece articulates those priorities with clarity and craftsmanship.