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41. Alexandrite World Occurrences: Study of all the known historical and confirmed alexandrite deposits and mining operations; HTML, 56 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:01:37; /chapters/chapter6/index.html
42. Alexandrite Synthetics and Imitations: Guide to synthetic alexandrite production, alexandrite imitations and the differences between natural and synthetic alexandrite; HTML, 60 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:01:43; /chapters/chapter7/index.html
43. The Alexandrite Laser: Synthetic alexandrite predominantly used as a laser and was initially developed for military and government applications; HTML, 41 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:01:54; /chapters/chapter7/the-alexandrite-laser.html
44. Alexandrite Buyer's Guide: Comprehensive guide for buying and evaluating alexandrite gemstones; HTML, 77 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:02:02; /chapters/chapter9/index.html
45. Glossary of Terms for Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide: Glossary of terms that have been discussed or mentioned at Alexandrite gemstone buyer and collectors guide; HTML, 38 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:02:49; /chapters/glossary/index.html
46. Alexandrite: Named after Russian Tsar Alexander II. A highly dichroic, rare variety of chrysoberyl. Emerald green in natural daylight, reddish in violet by artificial light, due to its unusual absorption properties. One of the hardest and most important gemstones. A f; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:02:54; /chapters/glossary/alexandrite.html
47. A Bibliography of Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide: An annotated bibliography of Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide; HTML, 59 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:08:19; /chapters/bibliography.html
48. Is there a difference between Russian and Brazilian Alexandrite gemstones?: The mining of alexandrite in Russia lasted less than 100 years from the time it was discovered in 1833 to the early 1900’s. It was George Kunz, the gemologist/gemstone buyer for Tiffany & Co that probably did the most to popularize this unique gemst; HTML, 27 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:09:57; /chapters/faq/is-there-a-difference-between-russian-and-brazilian-alexandrite-gemstones.html
49. What makes natural alexandrite so expensive?: Alexandrite is an expensive gemstone because it so rare and production has always been limited. For years, the only source for alexandrite was Russia. In the last 20 or 30 years several new discoveries of alexandrite have been reported but production of s; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:10:06; /chapters/faq/what-makes-natural-alexandrite-so-expensive.html
50. Are there any other gemstones which change color?: Several other well known gemstones, including diaspore, sapphire, garnet and spinel may also change color as a function of the light source but the color change of top alexandrites is distinctive and attractive under any light conditions.; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:10:37; /chapters/faq/are-there-any-other-gemstones-which-change-color.html
51. What are the most common colors of alexandrite?: Unfortunately, most alexandrites show either a nice color in daylight or an attractive color under incandescent light. Rarely are both colors bright and vivid and often stones that change to bright red under incandescent light are only brown or almost bla; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:10:53; /chapters/faq/what-are-the-most-common-colors-of-alexandrite.html
52. How much will a typical one carat alexandrite gemstone cost?: The retail replacement cost for a 1ct. alexandrite could be anywhere between $500 to $12,000 per carat. The intensity of the color change and the attractiveness of the colors are the most important factors in determining the value of an alexandrite. With; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:03; /chapters/faq/how-much-will-a-typical-one-carat-alexandrite-gemstone-cost.html
53. Is alexandrite the most expensive gemstone in the world?: Along with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds, top quality alexandrites are among the most expensive gemstones in the world. In larger sizes over 4.00 or 5.00cts., Burmese rubies are more rare and expensive than alexandrites but in sizes below 1.00cts., alexa; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:10; /chapters/faq/is-alexandrite-the-most-expensive-gemstone-in-the-world.html
54. Are there any ways to improve alexandrite colors by any special treatment like heating?: Alexandrite cannot be improved by any kind of thermal treatment. Although some have tried, heat treatment does not seem to affect alexandrite at all. Some lower quality cracked alexandrites are oiled to hide the cracks but beyond that, alexandrite is not; HTML, 24 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:21; /chapters/faq/are-there-any-ways-to-improve-alexandrite-colors-by-any-special-treatment-like-heating.html
55. How can I spot the difference between a natural and a synthetic alexandrite?: HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:26; /chapters/faq/how-can-i-spot-the-difference-between-a-natural-and-a-synthetic-alexandrite.html
56. I have an alexandrite ring that my parents purchased in the 50s, what are the chances the stone is a genuine natural alexandrite?: It is very unlikely that even an old alexandrite ring could contain a natural alexandrite. Natural alexandrites, especially large clean stones are extremely rare and almost never available at any price. Most old inherited alexandrite rings are actually sy; HTML, 27 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:37; /chapters/faq/what-are-the-chances-an-alexandrite-purchased-in-the-50s-is-natural.html
57. Where do the best alexandrite gemstones come from?: Although Russian alexandrites have the most historical value, fine stones are occasionally available from deposits in Brazil, India, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka. Unfortunately, there has been little production of alexandrites from any deposit in r; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:44; /chapters/faq/where-do-the-best-alexandrite-gemstones-come-from.html
58. What is the best way to clean and take care of alexandrites?: With a hardness of 8.5, Alexandrite is a tough, hard, and durable gemstone that doesn't require any special attention. Still, even the hardest gemstones can shatter with a single well-placed blow so caution is always a good idea. Washing dishes with your; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:53; /chapters/faq/what-is-the-best-way-to-clean-and-take-care-of-alexandrites.html
59. Where can I buy natural alexandrite gemstones?: Fine alexandrites or alexandrite jewelry can be purchased from jewelers specializing in colored gemstones, at trade shows, from TV sellers, at high end jewelry auctions, or online from websites specialized in alexandrite. You would be unlikely to find a h; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:12:01; /chapters/faq/where-can-i-buy-natural-alexandrite-gemstones.html
60. What do I need to check before purchasing alexandrite gemstone?: First and foremost, we need to look at the quality and strength of the color change. A strong change where the colors are bright and attractive under any kind of light is most desirable. Many stones are either a beautiful green in daylight or a nice pinki; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:12:28; /chapters/faq/what-do-i-need-to-check-before-purchasing-alexandrite-gemstone.html

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