In good condition with wear commensurate with age. Loose alexandrite gemstone weighing approximately 12 carats. Alexandrite is a fascinating gemstone known for its remarkable color-changing properties, often displaying greenish tones in daylight and reddish or purplish hues under incandescent lighting. A variety of the mineral chrysoberyl, alexandrite has long been admired for its unusual optical characteristics and distinctive place among collectible gemstones. With an impressive approximate weight of 12 carats, this loose gemstone offers an interesting addition to a gemstone collection or an opportunity for custom fine jewelry design. RH50561

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