alexandrite

Alexandrite is a kind of chrysoberyl (golden green stone) and was discovered in 1830 in the Tokowaya emerald mine in the eastern Ural Mountains of the Russian Empire . Alexandrite is a gemstone that has different characteristics depending on the place of production, and the place of production can be identified. Russia, where it was discovered, and Brazil, which is currently the main production area, are known for their high quality, and both are highly valued for their strong color and clear discoloration effect. .

Brazilian gemstones are rare in both transparency and discoloration. Those that turn bluish rather than dark green to a brighter red have a particularly high price.