Alexandrite is a stone whose magical properties are well known throughout the world. It is a transparent jewelry mineral that is more durable than emerald. Alexandrite is one of the most famous today
a variety of chrysoberyl. This stone was first faceted during the reign of the kings. Found him in the Urals. The found nugget was brought as a gift to Tsar Alexander II in honor of his coming of age. Hence the name of the stone.
For a long time it was believed that alexandrite can be mined exclusively in the Urals. However, later stones were discovered in Africa, India, Latin America and the island of Madagascar. One of the largest specimens was found in Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon). The weight of such a giant alexandrite is 400 grams (1900 carats). And the winner was a stone stored in the Fersman Museum in Moscow. Its weight is 5 kg 38 g.
This mineral is also called the widow stone. Alexandrite got his unusual middle name due to the custom of wearing it after the death of her husband. Women (after losing their husband), as a rule, did not part with such jewelry. Alexandrite should be worn exclusively in pairs.
This stone is very much appreciated. True alexandrite costs between $ 5,000 and $ 37,000 for just 1 carat. Therefore, cases of detection of fakes are not uncommon. There is also the creation of synthetic stone, which is very difficult to distinguish externally from natural. Only a professional jeweler can do this.
The properties of alexandrite - the stone of widows - can be listed for quite some time. He can bring to its owner both something good and bad. This is a truly unique stone. It can change color not only depending on the lighting and time of day, but also on what kind of energy surrounds it. Emerald, blue, light green, blue, red, burgundy, purple - this is a list of shades that are characteristic of alexandrite. Very rare in nature
really large such jewelry minerals (more than 3-5 carats in weight). And the properties of alexandrite - a stone that was grown artificially, are very different. A real mineral can relieve headaches, saves you from alcohol addiction, protects its owner from scabies, leprosy, and also from blood circulation problems. Many claim that alexandrite is able to protect against varicose veins, and also treats diseases of the spleen and pancreas. As you can see,
this is a wonderful mineral with a wide range of possibilities. In addition, he looks amazing in jewelry.
In European countries, the properties of alexandrite - a stone of loneliness and sadness - are very closely intertwined with a sense of jealousy and fickle amorousness. But the people of India believe that this jewelry mineral is able to give a person longevity and a happy life. Even the church has always been very supportive of this stone. So he fascinated himself and attracted his eyes. The clergy believed that the properties of alexandrite - a stone of amazing beauty - allow you to know peace and tranquility. It is said that the presence of a yellow tint in it indicates an impending disaster.