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Chrysoberyl var. Alexandrite

Magara, Lake Manyara, Arusha Region, Tanzania

1.07cm x .9cm x .43cm

3.85 cts


Description/Interesting Notes:

A magnificent example of this famed gem species from Tanzania!!! This specimen consists of a sharp single crystal of alexandrite that exhibits stunning color change!!! Please note that although this specimen shows up as an intense purple color in the pictures - however this specimen is a VERY different color in person!!! For some reason, digital cameras have great difficulty capturing the color of alexandrite crystals!!! In person this specimen shows an exceptional INTENSE BLUISH GREEN color in sunlight and full spectrum fluorescent lighting and exhibits light purple color under incandescent lighting!!! Although the crystal shows up as an intense violet purple in the pictures, it does not look like that in person - it is actually the BLUE GREEN color that is rich and intense in person!!! Unfortunately there was no way to capture the intense blue green color in the pictures (there is one greenish picture that was taken with full spectrum fluorescent but it does not show anything remotely close to the actual color in person - which was an intense bluish green)!!! The crystal has sharp, glassy faces and translucent to gemmy clarity!!! The crystal has a tabular habit and displays quite handsomely in person!!! This is a fantastic example of the species with INCREDIBLE color change!!! The blue-green daylight color is extraordinary in person and the color change to purple is significant and very dramatic!!! Absolutely amazing in person!!! Don't miss out on this rare and valuable gem!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! STAY TUNED!!! MORE AUCTIONS WILL BE ADDED MONDAY NIGHT FOR A SPECIAL 3-DAY AUCTION, ENDING THURSDAY DECEMBER 22nd!!!


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