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1. Glossary of Terms for Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide
Glossary of terms that have been discussed or mentioned at Alexandrite gemstone buyer and collectors guide
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2. Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about alexandrite gemstone identification and value.
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3. Alexandrite Synthetics and Imitations
Guide to synthetic alexandrite production, alexandrite imitations and the differences between natural and synthetic alexandrite
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4. Alexandrite Buyer's Guide
Comprehensive guide for buying and evaluating alexandrite gemstones
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5. Alexandrite or Diaphanite?
An important study of alexandrite origin and the people involved in the discovery and the naming of alexandrite gemstone
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6. Alexandrite Myths, Legends and Lore
Collection of myths, legends and lore surrounding the alexandrite gemstone
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7. Alexandrite World Occurrences
Study of all the known historical and confirmed alexandrite deposits and mining operations
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8. Chronological History of Alexandrite
Chronological history timeline, depicting the history of the alexandrite gemstone and it’s roots
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9. The prophetic Russian stone - Alexandrite
History of discovering alexandrite gemstone and the affect it had on the stone's name and the gemstone's value
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10. Chrysoberyl Species and Variety
Information about the chrysoberyl mineral, it's properties, varieties and history
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11. Chrysoberyl Classification and Properties
A comprehensive guide to the chrysoberyl family and it's varieties, including alexandrite and cymophane gemstones
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12. Methods of Producing Synthetic Alexandrite
Information about melt and flux techniques used for the synthetic alexandrite manufacturing
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13. The Alexandrite Laser
Synthetic alexandrite predominantly used as a laser and was initially developed for military and government applications
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14. A Bibliography of Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide
An annotated bibliography of Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide
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15. Synthetic gemstone growth techniques
Information about melt, solution growth and vapour deposition techniques used for synthetic gemstones manufacturing
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16. The Alexandrite Effect
Discussion about the alexandrite effect as a non-color-constancy phenomenon from the color theory perspective
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17. I would really like to find out more about my alexandrite ring please at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
I would really like to find out more about my alexandrite ring please at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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18. Brazilian alexandrite, Serra Dourada
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Serra Dourada, Brazil.
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19. Alexandrite Forum Rules at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Alexandrite Forum Rules at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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20. How can I spot the difference between a natural and a synthetic alexandrite?
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21. Book Announcement: Russian Alexandrites by Karl Schmetzer at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Book Announcement: Russian Alexandrites by Karl Schmetzer at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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22. Book Announcement: Russian Alexandrites by Karl Schmetzer at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Book Announcement: Russian Alexandrites by Karl Schmetzer at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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23. Understanding alexandrite prices, value and appraisal at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Understanding alexandrite prices, value and appraisal at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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24. Brazilian alexandrite, Teafilo Otoni
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Novo Cruzeiro, Brazil.
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25. Brazilian alexandrite, Hematita
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Hematita, Brazil.
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26. I have an alexandrite ring that my parents purchased in the 50s, what are the chances the stone is a genuine natural alexandrite?
It is very unlikely that even an old alexandrite ring could contain a natural alexandrite. Natural alexandrites, especially large clean stones are extremely rare and almost never available at any price. Most old inherited alexandrite rings are actually sy
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27. Brazilian alexandrite, Caraiba mine
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Pindobacu, Brazil.
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28. Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Jewelry Collector Guide
Alexandrite gemstone buyer and jewelry collector guide holds information on history, lore, value and properties of the chrysoberyl varieties, including alexandrite and cymophane gemstones.
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29. Indian alexandrite, Deobhog
Information about Indian alexandrite findings and mining in Deobhog, India.
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30. What do I need to check before purchasing alexandrite gemstone?
First and foremost, we need to look at the quality and strength of the color change. A strong change where the colors are bright and attractive under any kind of light is most desirable. Many stones are either a beautiful green in daylight or a nice pinki
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31. Australian alexandrite, Dowerin
Information about Australian alexandrite findings and mining in Dowerin, Australia.
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32. What gemstones change color like alexandrite? at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
What gemstones change color like alexandrite? at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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33. American alexandrite, La Madera Mountain Mine
Information about American alexandrite findings and mining in New Mexico, USA.
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34. Are there any other gemstones which change color?
Several other well known gemstones, including diaspore, sapphire, garnet and spinel may also change color as a function of the light source but the color change of top alexandrites is distinctive and attractive under any light conditions.
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35. Is there a difference between Russian and Brazilian Alexandrite gemstones?
The mining of alexandrite in Russia lasted less than 100 years from the time it was discovered in 1833 to the early 1900’s. It was George Kunz, the gemologist/gemstone buyer for Tiffany & Co that probably did the most to popularize this unique gemst
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36. Phenomenal gemstones at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Phenomenal gemstones at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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37. Alexandrite, Cat's Eye and Chrysoberyl Gallery
Alexandrite gemstone buyer and jewelry collector guide holds information on history, lore, value and properties of the chrysoberyl varieties, including alexandrite and cymophane gemstones.
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38. Re: My mother has an Alexandrite ring she may wish to sell at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Re: My mother has an Alexandrite ring she may wish to sell at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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39. Brazilian alexandrite, Carnaiba Mine
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Pindobacu, Brazil
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40. Re: Contact information for Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Re: Contact information for Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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41. Russian Alexandrite, Malyshevskoye
Information about Russian alexandrite findings and mining in Malyshevskoye, Russia.
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42. Where do the best alexandrite gemstones come from?
Although Russian alexandrites have the most historical value, fine stones are occasionally available from deposits in Brazil, India, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka. Unfortunately, there has been little production of alexandrites from any deposit in r
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43. My grandmothers alexandrite favorite ring at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
My grandmothers alexandrite favorite ring at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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44. What is the difference between chrysoberyl and alexandrite?
Chrysoberyl is the species name and Alexandrite is the variety name. Alexandrite is that variety of chrysoberyl that changes color as a function of the light source; green in daylight and red under incandescent light.
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45. Stunning Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Round 6.10cts
Rare Cymophane (Chrysoberyl) Round 6.1cts from Tanzania (Tunduru)
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46. How can I check the color change in an alexandrite
Two kinds of light are required to observe color change; daylight and incandescent light?
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47. Certified Natural Alexandrite Oval 2.04cts
Extremely rare Alexandrite (Chrysoberyl) Oval 2.04cts from India (Deobhog area)
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48. Why is natural alexandrite better than synthetic alexandrite?
Natural alexandrite is not better than synthetic alexandrite but natural alexandrite is very rare and uncommon in modern jewelry because it is hardly ever available and because it is too expensive for the general public to buy. Even lower quality more inc
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49. Alexandrite mining in Ilakaka at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Alexandrite mining in Ilakaka at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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50. Russian Alexandrite, Izumrudnye Kopi
Information about Russian alexandrite findings and mining in Izumrudnye Kopi, Russia.
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51. Tanzanian alexandrite, Lake Manyara
Information about Tanzanian alexandrite findings and mining in Lake Manyara, Tanzania.
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52. My mother has an Alexandrite ring she may wish to sell at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
My mother has an Alexandrite ring she may wish to sell at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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53. Corundum
An aluminum oxide, it occurs as shapeless grains and masses (emery), rhombohedral crystals. Ruby contains traces of chromium oxide, when red and Fe2O3, which modified the color. The color of sapphire results from a combination of titanium and iron oxides,
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54. Causes of color change in malaia and color changing garnets at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Causes of color change in malaia and color changing garnets at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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55. Certified Fine Natural Alexandrite .2.60cts.
Extremely rare Alexandrite (Chrysoberyl) Oval 2.6cts from India (Deobhog area)
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56. Alexandrite idenitifcation at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Alexandrite idenitifcation at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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57. Brazilian alexandrite, Itaitinga Mine
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Itabira, Brazil.
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58. Colour change garnet vs Alexandrite at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Colour change garnet vs Alexandrite at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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59. Different colors of alexandrite at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Different colors of alexandrite at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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60. Brazilian alexandrite, Esmeraldas de Ferros
Information about Brazilian alexandrite findings and mining in Esmeraldas de Ferros, Brazil.
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61. Madagascar alexandrite, Ilakaka
Information about Madagascar alexandrite findings and mining in Ilakaka, Madagascar.
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62. Brazilian alexandrite, Novo Cruzeiro
Information about Brazilian alexandite findings and mining in Novo Cruzeiro, Brazil.
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63. Burmese alexandrite, Mogok
Information about Tanzanian alexandrite findings and mining in Tunduru, Tanzania.
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64. Classic alexandrite story at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Classic alexandrite story at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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65. Ceylon alexandrite, Balangoda
Information about Ceylon alexandrite findings and mining in Balangoda, Sri Lanka.
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66. Is alexandrite the most expensive gemstone in the world?
Along with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds, top quality alexandrites are among the most expensive gemstones in the world. In larger sizes over 4.00 or 5.00cts., Burmese rubies are more rare and expensive than alexandrites but in sizes below 1.00cts., alexa
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67. What is the best way to clean and take care of alexandrites?
With a hardness of 8.5, Alexandrite is a tough, hard, and durable gemstone that doesn't require any special attention. Still, even the hardest gemstones can shatter with a single well-placed blow so caution is always a good idea. Washing dishes with your
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68. How much will a typical one carat alexandrite gemstone cost?
The retail replacement cost for a 1ct. alexandrite could be anywhere between $500 to $12,000 per carat. The intensity of the color change and the attractiveness of the colors are the most important factors in determining the value of an alexandrite. With
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69. Methods of Producing Synthetic Alexandrite at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
Methods of Producing Synthetic Alexandrite at Alexandrite discussion forums | Alexandrite guide
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70. What is the difference between cat's eye and alexandrite?
Cat's eye is the popular name for an optical effect known as chatoyancy in the gemological nomenclature. Microscopic needle-like inclusions inside the stone reflect a streak of light that appears to open and close as the stone is rotated -- hence the eye
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