This 5.46 carat cushion-cut Alexandrite is a rare geological achievement. The color change is unmistakable and dramatic, shifting from green in daylight to brownish pink in warm lighting. It is certified by GIA and AGL and showcases exceptional VVS clarity, a level nearly unheard of in Alexandrites of this size. The cut is vibrant and proportioned to maximize brilliance. The video does not properly capture its allure! This gem checks every box for weight, clarity, color change strength, and pedigree. Geological Rarity and Why Alexandrite Is So Hard to Find Alexandrite is a variety of chrysoberyl, colored by the trace presence of chromium. What makes it so rare is that beryllium and chromium do not typically occur in the same geological environments. Their intersection is so rare that forming a single crystal of Alexandrite requires a near-impossible alignment of geological conditions. Even when it does occur, most crystals are small, heavily included, or show only moderate color change. A clean gem over 5 carats with good color change is considered virtually irreplaceable. Unlike fancy colored diamonds, there is no large-scale commercial mining of Alexandrite today. The few stones that reach the market are recovered from small-scale operations and hidden beneath a trove of other gemstones. When compared to colored diamonds, which benefit from modern infrastructure and logistics, Alexandrite stands apart as a mineralogical fluke. Every gem is unique and cannot be manufactured or mass produced. Clarity and Investment Appeal Alexandrite sometimes has very minor inclusions. Even in fine-quality stones, clarity features like needles, liquid inclusions, and crystal pinpoints are accepted as standard. This 5.46 carat gem is nearly loupe clean, which makes it a major outlier. The clarity allows for uninterrupted light transmission, enhancing both brilliance and the depth of color change. This combination of visual quality and internal purity significantly increases its long-term value. For collectors, a gem like this is not just beautiful but structurally rare. Whether it’s a special ring for a loved one, or another physical asset to diversify your portfolio, alexandrite is in its own class.