Alexandrite
The very rare, natural alexandrite shown here changes color from greenish brown in daylight to purplish red in incandescent light. 18k white gold ring with 3.08-ct, oval mixed-cut alexandrite and diamond side stones, 2.16 ctw. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Westbury Auction Galleries.
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Credit: Westbury Auction Galleries
| Gemstone | AlexandriteChrysoberyl, |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Carat Weight | 3.08 |
| Jewelry type | Ring |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Purple |
| Transparency | Transparent |