How much does a real alexandrite ring cost?

According to the Gem Society, a 1.0ct earth-mined Alexandrite’s price ranges from $50,000-$70,000. This is due to the gemstones’ rarity. With our Lab Created Alexandrite, you can get a stone that is 100% identical to the mined variety but for only $395 per carat.

How much is Russian alexandrite worth?

You can see this reflected in our Price Guide below. In sizes up to one carat, top-quality natural gems can sell for up to $15,000 per carat. Over one carat, the prices range from $50,000 to $70,000 per carat! For more detailed value information, see our alexandrite buying guide.

How can I tell if my alexandrite ring is real?

If your stone is larger than a carat and has no inclusions, it’s almost certainly a synthetic. A gemologist can tell you for sure after examining the stone under the microscope and conducting a simple test of its optical properties, called a refractive index test. .

How can you tell if alexandrite is natural?

One key way to determine if your piece is bred from a lab is to monitor its color changes. It is natural for alexandrite to go from blue to purple rather than green to red. However, it is present in mainly African gems – which were only discovered in recent years.

What is a 2 carat alexandrite worth?

For the lower-range exceptional clarity alexandrite, the price jumps to $5,000 to $10,000. For the highest range, acceptable alexandrite is priced at $1,000 to $15,000 per carat, while fair alexandrite is $10,000 to $30,000 per carat.

What color of alexandrite is the most expensive?

The color of alexandrite is the main factor affecting the perception of its beauty. In daylight, the most valuable colors are green and bluish-green. The yellowish-green color of alexandrite is considered less valuable. The most expensive color in candescent light is red without additional shades.

What color is natural alexandrite?

bluish green
Alexandrite is the color-change variety of the mineral chrysoberyl. Alexandrite is bluish green in daylight or fluorescent light. Alexandrite is purplish red in incandescent light or candlelight.

Is alexandrite good for daily wear?

Alexandrite is relatively hard—8.5 on the Mohs scale. It has excellent toughness and no cleavage, which is a tendency to break when struck. This makes it a good choice for rings and other mountings subject to daily wear.