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Why is alexandrite so expensive?
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The reason why alexandrite is so expensive comes down to supply and demand. Compared to some other gemstones, alexandrite is rarer, so it is simply less available to be mined. In addition, there are also fewer mining operations devoted to sourcing the gem. At the same time, many people love alexandrite due to its unique color-changing appearance and strength. The low supply and the high demand combine to drive up the price of alexandrite. Shop a selection of alexandrite jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
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3.82 cts, Rough alexandrite specimen
By True Gems
Located in บางรัก, TH
Rough alexandrite specimen
sku735
Size: 12x7x4 mm
Weight: 3.82 cts
Can use for jewelry and put this stone into the ring or pendant
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains, Rus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Crystal
5.62 cts, Rough alexandrite specimen
By True Gems
Located in บางรัก, TH
Rough alexandrite specimen
sku740
Size: 12x8x4mm
Weight: 5.62 cts
Can use for jewelry and put this stone into the ring or pendant
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains, Russ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Crystal
0.44ctw Alexandrite & Diamond Engagement Ring, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones:
alexandrite, 1
oval
4.9 x 3.9 mm
diamond, 4
round brilliant cut
1.3 mm
.04 ctw
GH color/ SI2-I1 clarity
Ring Size 5.75
Rise off of Finger: 5.3 mm
Length: 4.9 mm
Weight: 1...
Category
2010s Engagement Rings
Materials
Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Alexandrite 0.32 carats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 0.32-carat natural Alexandrite from Russia is elegantly shaped with a modified brilliant cushion cut. Known for its remarkable color-changing properties, this unheated...
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
2.31 Ct ICA Certificate Natural Alexandrite Cat' Eye Color change to brown pink
Located in bangkok, TH
E058
ICA Certificate Natural Alexandrite cat’s eye
color change blue to brown pink Sharp ray at middle Eye clean Srilanka with diamonds ring 9.15Gram Platinum gold
1-Main stone :
2...
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Fashion Rings
Materials
Alexandrite
GIA 1.10ct Natural Alexandrite from Sri Lanka (6.42x4.85x3.56 mm)
Located in Singapore, SG
Alexandrite is one of the rarest gemstones in the world, prized for its remarkable ability to shift color under different lighting, a phenomenon that makes every stone distinct and h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite
