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| Alexandrite is a very rare stone. Its made of Chrysoberyl, BeAl^2O^4. Alexandrite changes color depending on the light, which adds considerable value. Alexandrites color comes from replacing some of the aluminum with chromic oxide. |
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| Hardness- 8.5 Crystal- Orthorombic Color- green\red, yellow\green\brown, purple\red |
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| Alexandrite was discovered in the 1830's during the time of the russian czar, Alexander II, who it is named after. The gem is said to provide balance in a persons life, increase self-esteem, and bring happiness and wealth. |
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| The first and best mining site for alexandrite was in Russia. After its discovery there it was also found in Brazil, Myanmar, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Madagascar. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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