{"product_id":"natural-ceylon-alexandrite-1-16ct-pear-color-change-unheated","title":"Natural Ceylon Alexandrite 1.16 Carat Pear Cut – Unheated Color-Change Gemstone","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"color: #303836; line-height: 1.7; max-width: 900px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #315e50;\"\u003eNatural Ceylon Alexandrite With a Distinctive Color Change\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the changing personality of this \u003cstrong\u003e1.16 carat natural Ceylon alexandrite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under different lighting environments, the gemstone can move through green, warm brownish-gold and reddish-purple appearances, giving each viewing a different expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut into an elegant pear shape and presenting eye-clean clarity, this completely earth-sourced gemstone offers a beautiful balance of individuality, wearable proportions and collector appeal. It is an excellent choice for a bespoke alexandrite engagement ring, meaningful pendant or one-of-a-kind fine jewelry design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis natural alexandrite is \u003cstrong\u003eunheated and untreated\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its color and internal characteristics have not been altered through heat treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#edf5f0 0%,#f3edf3 52%,#faf1df 100%); border-left: 4px solid #315e50; padding: 18px; margin: 22px 0; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #315e50;\"\u003eOne gemstone, changing natural expressions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green in cooler or daylight-influenced conditions, with warmer and reddish-purple appearances emerging under different light sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003eNatural Alexandrite Gemstone Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 15px 0 25px; min-width: 560px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f6f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 35%; padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eGemstone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003eNatural color-changing alexandrite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eMineral family\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003eNatural chrysoberyl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f6f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003eCeylon, Sri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003e1.16 carat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f6f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003e7.36 × 5.40 × 4.08 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eCut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003ePear cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f6f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eClarity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003eEye-clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003eNone — unheated and untreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f6f3;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e1dd;\"\u003eIncludes Sapphire Pal gemstone authenticity confirmation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 11px; text-align: left; color: #315e50;\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px;\"\u003eFree, fast, secure and insured worldwide shipping from Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003eWatch This Color-Change Alexandrite in Different Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch the video to observe how this pear-cut alexandrite responds to movement, viewing angle and different light sources. Video is particularly helpful when considering a color-change gemstone because a single photograph cannot show every possible appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 420px; margin: 20px auto; overflow: hidden; border-radius: 12px; background: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-top: 177.78%;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/cru_RAWEH00\" title=\"Natural 1.16 carat pear-cut Ceylon alexandrite changing color under different lighting\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/cru_RAWEH00\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color: #315e50; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Watch the natural Ceylon alexandrite video on YouTube \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #315e50;\"\u003eWhat Makes Natural Alexandrite So Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandrite is the rare color-changing variety of chrysoberyl. Its celebrated ability to show different colors under different light sources gives the gemstone a sense of movement and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine alexandrite is often associated with green appearances in daylight-influenced conditions and warmer red, purple or brownish tones under incandescent or warmer lighting. The exact strength, direction and percentage of color change vary naturally from one gemstone to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ceylon alexandrite shows its own individual range rather than a fixed manufactured effect. Its natural color behavior makes it appealing to gem collectors, jewelry lovers and clients searching for a rare birthstone with a personal story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003eA Meaningful June Birthstone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural alexandrite is one of June’s traditional birthstones and is often connected with transformation, balance, creativity and adapting to change. Its shifting appearance can symbolize different chapters of life held within one enduring gemstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it a thoughtful choice for a June birthday, anniversary, engagement, personal milestone or jewelry piece celebrating change and new beginnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5edf2; border: 1px solid #d8bdcb; padding: 18px; margin: 22px 0; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003eOne stone, many moments:\u003c\/strong\u003e A natural gemstone whose appearance evolves with its surroundings, making every viewing personal and different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #315e50;\"\u003eWhat Can You Create With This Pear-Cut Alexandrite?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant pear outline and eye-clean appearance offer several possibilities for a meaningful custom jewelry design:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlexandrite engagement ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Create an individual alternative to a traditional natural diamond center stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJune birthstone ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Design a personal ring celebrating a birthday, anniversary or important life transition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-change pendant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position the pointed end downward in a simple drop pendant that allows the gemstone to move through different lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalo ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surround the alexandrite with natural diamonds or small white sapphires to emphasize its changing colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-stone jewelry design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with complementary colored gemstones to represent the past, present and future.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGem collector piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preserve it as a loose, faceted example of natural Ceylon color-change chrysoberyl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow or rose gold will complement the gemstone’s warmer brown, gold and reddish appearances. White gold or platinum will create a clean contrast around its green and purple tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003eSetting Guidance for Your Jewelry Maker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease provide the complete \u003cstrong\u003e7.36 × 5.40 × 4.08 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e measurements to your jewelry maker before producing or selecting a setting. The setting should be made for the gemstone’s exact length, width, depth, girdle and pavilion profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pointed tip of the pear cut should be protected with a properly fitted V-shaped prong or partial bezel. This is especially important for an engagement ring or another piece intended for frequent wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf considering semi-mount jewelry, ask the jeweler to confirm compatibility before purchasing the setting. Carat weight alone cannot determine whether a prefabricated mount will fit securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #315e50;\"\u003eCompletely Earth-Sourced, Unheated and Untreated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gemstone was formed naturally within the earth and has been carefully faceted and polished to reveal its individual color behavior. No heat treatment has been used to alter its appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural inclusions, growth features and color distribution are part of the gemstone’s identity. These characteristics distinguish earth-sourced gemstones from synthetic or lab-created alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003ePurchase With Confidence From Sapphire Pal Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapphire Pal is an Australian-based natural gemstone merchant established in 2014 and supported by more than 60 years of family heritage in the gemstone trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe work directly with trusted gemstone dealers, experienced cutters and established mining sources, including our own mining operations and relationships. Our collection includes natural alexandrite, chrysoberyl, Australian sapphires, Ceylon sapphires, Madagascan sapphires and other carefully selected colored gemstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis natural alexandrite will be carefully inspected, securely packaged and dispatched from Australia with free, fast and insured worldwide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #315e50;\"\u003eHelpful Information Before You Purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about evaluating natural gemstones, treatments and color through our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sapphirepal.com\/pages\/natural-sapphire-colored-gemstone-buying-guide\" style=\"color: #315e50; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e Natural Sapphire and Colored Gemstone Buying Guide \u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sapphirepal.com\/pages\/first-time-gemstone-buyer-guide\" style=\"color: #315e50; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e First-Time Gemstone Buyer Guide \u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sapphirepal.com\/pages\/about-us-authentic-sapphire-gemstones\" style=\"color: #315e50; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e family gemstone heritage \u003c\/a\u003e, explore the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sapphirepal.com\/blogs\/gemstone-education-center\" style=\"color: #315e50; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e Gemstone Education Center \u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sapphirepal.com\/pages\/contact-sapphire-pal-australia\" style=\"color: #315e50; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e contact Sapphire Pal Australia \u003c\/a\u003e to request additional photographs, lighting comparisons, videos or jewelry design guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #6a2945;\"\u003eColor-Change Gemstone Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #59615e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alexandrite’s appearance and the visible strength of its color change depend on the light source, light temperature, intensity, viewing angle, surrounding colors, camera settings and screen calibration. Purple or ultraviolet lighting may also produce an appearance that differs from normal daylight or incandescent light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #59615e;\"\u003eColor may vary across screens and lighting environments. Dimensions and weight are measured carefully; minor variations are normal for natural gemstones. Natural inclusions, color zoning, growth features, facet reflections and small surface characteristics may appear more noticeable under magnification and close-up photography. Please review all available photographs and the video before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sapphire Pal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44832225787955,"sku":null,"price":4300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2529\/7496\/files\/natural_colour_chnaging_alexandrite.png?v=1788925485","url":"https:\/\/www.sapphirepal.com\/products\/natural-ceylon-alexandrite-1-16ct-pear-color-change-unheated","provider":"Sapphirepal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}