This gem comes from a purple variety of quartz and can be found in many shapes and sizes. ... Alexandrite comes from a rare variety of mineral that changes color depending on lighting.

Each month has its own gemstone which represents those born in it. Here is what to know about June's birthstones: alexandrite, pearl and moonstone.

Alexandrite was initially discovered in Russia's Ural Mountains in the 1830s. Today, the gemstone is primarily mined in Brazil, Sri Lanka and East Africa. The pearl is June's second birthstone.

It’s often been said that diamonds are forever. If that’s true, then an alexandrite is for all time. Diamonds are actually plentiful and not rare, according to gemologists. Their value … ...

The world's purest and second largest Russian alexandrite gemstone is now available for sale at Dubai International Jewellery Week for $2 million. The stone, which weighs 9.65cts, has been ...