How much is a 1 carat alexandrite worth?
Size always affects alexandrite value. You can see this reflected in our Price Guide below. In sizes up to one carat, top-quality natural gems can sell for up to $15,000 per carat. Over one carat, the prices range from $50,000 to $70,000 per carat!
Is alexandrite more expensive than diamonds?
While there may be many key differences between Alexandrite and diamond, but they are quite similar in value. Both gemstones are generally expensive and it is common to find Alexandrite jewelry that costs the same as diamonds. Alexandrite is getting even more expensive due to its rarity as supply steadily declines.
Why is alexandrite so expensive?
Most quality Alexandrite gemstones are not readily available anywhere. However, we have many of our Alexandrite Stones available for sale. The more apparent color change, the more valuable the Alexandrite. That is why the price of certain alexandrites are very expensive.
Is Alexandrite the most expensive gemstone?
Along with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds, top quality alexandrites are among the most expensive gemstones in the world. Some top-quality one-carat gems from Russia were said to have been sold for as much $10,000. Fine alexandrites weighing more than 5.00cts. are extremely rare and may retail for as much as $40,000/ct.
What is alexandrite worth?
For the highest range, acceptable alexandrite is priced at $1,000 to $15,000 per carat, while fair alexandrite is $10,000 to $30,000 per carat. Good alexandrite is $22,500 to $40,000, while those under very goodwill cost $35,000 to $50,000 per carat.
What does a fake alexandrite look like?
Many gemstones described as synthetic alexandrite are actually synthetic corundum laced with vanadium to produce the color change. The material shows a characteristic purple-mauve color change which although attractive, does not really look like alexandrite because there is never any green.
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June
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How expensive is alexandrite?
Natural alexandrite is rarer than diamonds and more costly than emerald, ruby, and sapphire. Any alexandrite more than three carats is highly uncommon. Smaller stones are more readily available to commercial jewelers. Top-quality natural Alexandrite can cost more than $30,000 per carat.
How much will a typical one carat alexandrite gemstone cost?
You can see this reflected in our Price Guide below. In sizes up to one carat, top-quality natural gems can sell for up to $15,000 per carat . Over one carat, the prices range from $50,000 to $70,000 per carat ! For more detailed value information, see our alexandrite buying guide.
How rare is alexandrite?
Alexandrite Is Extremely Rare. It is rare to find Alexandrite in large sizes. The specimens weighing more than three carats are not very common. The largest Alexandrite discovered so far weight around 66 carats and is located at Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC.
How much is alexandrite?
Price on alexandrite is exceptionally high. One-half to a full carat alexandrite of top quality can cost as much as $15,000 US Dollars (USD). Quality is determined not only by lack of flaws but also the amount to which the stone changes color.