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 June Birthstone
45th & 55th Anniversary Stone
Night and day, the changing hues of Alexandrite enchant the eye and fuel the imagination. Its mesmerizing color swings – from raspberry to plum to bluish-green – make it the most famous and popular of all color change stones.
Alexandrite was first discovered in the Ural Mountains of Russia in 1830. Prized immediately for its hypnotic beauty, the stone was named after Czar Alexander II, in honor of him coming of age. Because of its ability to change dramatically in shifting light, Alexandrite has become associated with balance in life, self-esteem, and the ability to experience joy – powers that, according to legend, the stone may impart to its wearers.
Alexandrite is rated “excellent” for everyday wear. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water.
Protect alexandrite from scratches, sharp blows, harsh chemicals and extreme temperatures. Be especially careful when getting this stone remounted as the heat from a jeweler’s torch may affect its color change.
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