Alexandrite Jewelry

Alexandrite Collection: Our Gemstone Range with Plenty of Personality

Discovered in the 1800s in Russia, Alexandrite is a unique gemstone because of its color changing properties as a variety of the chrysoberyl mineral. It is quite a rare gemstone and highly valued. Fondly referred to as an “emerald by day and a ruby by night” due to its color changing property. The gemstone appears green in daylight or under fluorescent light and appears red when seen under a lightbulb or candlelight. This is one of the primary reasons any piece of alexandrite jewelry will create a stir and leave a lasting impression.

Does alexandrite jewelry really change color?

When viewed in broad daylight or under a fluorescent light, the alexandrite gemstone exhibits a beautiful green color, much like an emerald. When the gemstone is kept under the light of a lamp or by a lit candle, it changes color and appears a reddish- purple, akin to that of a ruby. The changing color is due to the way the chromium inside the gemstone absorbs and reflects the light. Another interesting characteristic of the alexandrite gemstone is its trichroic nature. Just like the tanzanite gemstone, which is also trichroic, this gemstone also shows off different colors when viewed from different angles. However, the color changing and the trichroic property are unrelated. In rare cases, the alexandrite gemstone exhibits what’s called a “Cat’s Eye” effect, or chatoyancy, where a thin band of light is reflected across the gemstone.

Alexandrite is considered most valuable when its color change is 100%, meaning, to the naked eye, the gemstone is either completely green or completely red.

Why should I buy from GemBleu’s alexandrite collections?

Our alexandrite jewelry is designed keeping in mind the color changing nature of the stone. We design the setting to allow the wearer to experience the changing shades, while making sure the design itself is something that stands out.

The owners of GemBleu have been in the gemstone industry for 42 years while the GemBleu brand has a decade under its belt that’s supported by great customer service and quality products. With our own facilities, we are able to ensure strict control over the manufacturing process. We take pride in ensuring that all of our gemstones are sourced ethically and in compliance with local and international regulations.

To see more beautiful jewelry pieces featuring the alexandrite gemstone, check out our collection of alexandrite rings, alexandrite necklaces, and alexandrite pendants on our website.