Gemmy Color Change Alexandrite Oval 5.08cts.
Although the color change is not strong, the clarity and transparency are quite good and the dark minty green color is especially attractive in daylight.
Grade Score 6 / 10
Rarity
Extremely rare (5/5)
Price information
Availability information
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Detail identification and grading report
Identification |
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Type: |
Natural |
Species: |
Chrysoberyl |
Variety: |
Alexandrite |
Origin: |
Tunduru, Ruvuma, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania |
Hardness: |
8.5 |
Density: |
3.75 |
RI-1: |
1.741 |
RI-2: |
1.76 |
Enhancements |
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Variety of work: |
Faceted |
Designation: |
A (Not currently known to be enhanced) |
Color |
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Color light source: |
Cool daylight |
Color description: |
yG*5/2 (medium yellowish green) |
Phenomena: |
Pleochroism Change of color (Alexandrite effect) Moderate |
Color phenomena: |
RO/OR 3/2 (light red-orange [pink]) |
Clarity |
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Clarity type: |
Slightly included (Type I) |
Transparency: |
Transparent |
Cut |
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Shape: |
Oval |
Cut style: |
Step |
Symmetry: |
Good |
Brilliance: |
Very good |
Polish: |
Exceptional |
Size |
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Width: |
9.50 mm |
Length: |
10.90 mm |
Weight: |
5.08 cts |