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• Is there a difference between "Russian" and "Brazilian" Alexandrite gemstones?
• What makes natural alexandrite so expensive?
• What is the difference between chrysoberyl and alexandrite?
• What is the difference between cat's eye and alexandrite?
• What causes the cat's-eye effect in chrysoberyl?
• Are there any other gemstones which change color?
• Why does alexandrite appear to change color in sunlight and artificial light?
• What are the most common colors of alexandrite?
• How much will a typical one carat alexandrite gemstone cost?
• Is alexandrite the most expensive gemstone in the world?
• Why is natural alexandrite better than synthetic alexandrite?
• Are there any ways to improve alexandrite colors by any special treatment like heating?
• How can I spot the difference between a natural and a synthetic alexandrite?
• What are the chances an alexandrite purchased in the 50s is natural?
• Where do the best alexandrite gemstones come from?
• What is the best way to clean and take care of alexandrites?
• Where can I buy natural alexandrite gemstones?
• Is the June birthstone pearl or alexandrite?
• Where can I test and appraise my alexandrite?
• What do I need to check before purchasing alexandrite gemstone?
• How can I check the color change in an alexandrite?

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David Weinberg. "Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions". In Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide. July 03, 2010, 04:41 UTC. Available at: http://w.alexandrite.com/viewpage.html?id=ALXS-002-00033. Accessed April 06, 2026.

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See Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide, "Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions", http://w.alexandrite.com/viewpage.html?id=ALXS-002-00033 (Answers to frequently asked questions about alexandrite gemstone identification and value.) (as of Apr. 06, 2026, 15:40 GMT).

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David Weinberg. "Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions". In Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide. 2010 Jul 03, 04:41 UTC.[Internet], Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide; 2010 Jul 03, 04:41 UTC [cited 2026 Apr 06]. Available from: http://w.alexandrite.com/viewpage.html?id=ALXS-002-00033.

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David Weinberg, "Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions", http://w.alexandrite.com/viewpage.html?id=ALXS-002-00033, (accessed April 06, 2026).

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"Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions". Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide. 03 Jul 2010, 04:41 UTC. 06 Apr 2026 http://w.alexandrite.com/viewpage.html?id=ALXS-002-00033

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David Weinberg, "Alexandrite Frequently Asked Questions", Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide, 03 July 2010, 04:41 UTC, http://w.alexandrite.com/viewpage.html?id=ALXS-002-00033 [accessed 06 April 2026].