Alexandrite
About Alexandrite
Alexandrite is a rare and extraordinary colour-changing variety of chrysoberyl, celebrated for its remarkable ability to shift from green in daylight to red or purplish-red under incandescent light. This mesmerizing optical phenomenon makes it one of the most sought-after gemstones for both collectors and spiritual practitioners.
Crystal Properties
- Mohs Hardness: 8.5
- Chemical Composition: BeAl₂O₄ (Beryllium Aluminium Oxide)
- Crystal System: Orthorhombic
- Colour: Green to bluish-green in daylight, red to purplish-red in incandescent light
- Chakra: Heart Chakra, Crown Chakra
- Element: Water, Fire
Metaphysical Properties
Known as a stone of transformation and balance, Alexandrite embodies the harmony of opposing energies. It's particularly valued for enhancing intuition, encouraging joy, and supporting emotional healing during times of change. Many use Alexandrite to strengthen willpower, manifest abundance, and connect with their higher self.
How to Use Alexandrite
Wear Alexandrite as jewellery to benefit from its transformative energy throughout the day, meditate with it to enhance spiritual awareness, or place it in your sacred space to invite balance and prosperity. Its dual-colour nature makes it perfect for shadow work and integrating all aspects of self.