Description/Interesting Notes:
A fantastic example of this rare gem species from Zimbabwe!!! This specimen consists of a sharply defined trilling of alexandrite!!! The crystal
exhibits characteristic twinning with sharp twin planes prominent on both sides of the specimen!!! The crystal is undamaged with sharp, lustrous faces!!!
The crystals have marked translucence with several small areas showing marked clarity!!! This specimen has INTENSE EMERALD GREEN COLOR in sunlight and full-spectrum
fluorescent lighting!!! Under incandescent lighting the specimen has a curious grayish-purplish-green color!!! The pictures
taken of this specimen
were taken with full spectrum/sunlight (emerald green) and with incandescent lighting (purple)!!!
However, please note that the specimen does not appear this color purple in person!!! For some reason the digital camera shows
the specimen as being bright purple when, to the
human eye, it is a more grayish color with an odd purplish-greenish hue!!! However, the sunlight/emerald green color is choice and
absolutely incredible in person!!!
Simply a fantastic example of this sought after gem species!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!
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