All About Alexandrite

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All About Alexandrite
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Introduction

• Lets explore the very popular, highly
  pleochronic gem known as Alexandrite. In this
  presentation we will briefly highlight some of
  this magnificent gems features as well as ways
  that it is used in the world of fashion.

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What is Alexandrite?
Discovered in 1834 near the Tokovaya River in
the Urals and named after the Russian czar
Alexander II. Displaying red and green colors
which are the main colors of old imperial Russia,
once discovered it didnt take long for
Alexandrite to become the national stone for
tsarist Russia. Fun Fact Alexandrite is also
Junes birthstone.
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Color Changing
Due to its chemical composition, Alexandrite is
actually very scarce. Due to its unique makeup
the Alexandrite is a stone that is known for its
ability to change colors depending on the light.
This leads to a very beautiful effect that makes
it an ideal gem stone for use with high-quality
jewelry.
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Rings
Alexandrite are perfect gem stones for rings.
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Pendants
There are a wide range of styles that can
compliment the beauty of Alexandrite.
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Earrings
There are a wide range of styles that can
compliment the beauty of Alexandrite.
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In Closing
Alexandrite, both scarce and beautiful, is a
perfect gem stone for unique jewelry thats sure
to capture the attention of anyone who lays their
eyes on it. With its highly unique color
changing properties theres no other gem out
there that can do quite what Alexandrite does.
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Contact Us
Alaska Jewelry has been distributing a large
variety of high quality jewelry since 1990. We
believe in providing excellence in both products
and service, and are dedicated to serving our
customers. Located in Sitka, Alaska, owners
Chris and Tamara Fondell happily continue
offering devoted service and innovative jewelry
options to customers around the world.

• 1.800.360.5744
• http//www.alaskajewelry.com/