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Why is alexandrite so expensive?
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The reason why alexandrite is so expensive comes down to supply and demand. Compared to some other gemstones, alexandrite is rarer, so it is simply less available to be mined. In addition, there are also fewer mining operations devoted to sourcing the gem. At the same time, many people love alexandrite due to its unique color-changing appearance and strength. The low supply and the high demand combine to drive up the price of alexandrite. Shop a selection of alexandrite jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
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114.83 cts, Rough alexandrite specimen
Located in บางรัก, TH
Rough alexandrite specimen
sku706
Size: 40x35x20 mm
Weight: 114.83 cts
Can use for jewelry and put this stone into the ring or pendant
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Crystal
78.94 cts, Rough alexandrite specimen
Located in บางรัก, TH
Rough alexandrite specimen
sku707
Size: 40x21x11 mm
Weight: 78.94 cts
Can use for jewelry and put this stone into the ring or pendant
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Chrysoberyl, Alexandrite
17.5 cts, Russian alexandrite rough crystal, chrysoberyl raw crystal
Located in บางรัก, TH
Russian alexandrite rough crystal, chrysoberyl raw crystal
sku675
Size: 16x13x10 mm
Weight: 17.5 cts
Perfect for collection or jewelry
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Crystal
102.6 cts, Rough alexandrite specimen
Located in บางรัก, TH
Rough alexandrite specimen
sku705
Size: 40x25x20 mm
Weight: 102.6 cts
Can use for jewelry and put this stone into the ring or pendant
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Chrysoberyl, Alexandrite
4.78 cts, Russian alexandrite rough crystal, chrysoberyl raw crystal
Located in บางรัก, TH
Russian alexandrite rough crystal, chrysoberyl raw crystal
sku681
Size: 13x9.3x6 mm
Weight: 4.78 cts
Perfect for collection or jewelry
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Crystal
37.34 cts, Rough alexandrite specimen
Located in บางรัก, TH
Rough alexandrite specimen
sku744
Size: 18x14x12 mm
Weight: 37.34 cts
Can use for jewelry and put this stone into the ring or pendant
Mined at Malyshevskoye deposit, Ural Mountains, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Crystal
