Alexandrite. The most common June birthstone. Pearl and Moonstone are the others. Alexandrite gemstone is the most modern representation of precious stones.
Found first in Russia in 1834, this gem was named after Russian King Alexander. When it was discovered by Nils Nordenskiöld, it was the day of coming of age of Alexander II. This was a rare stone and so was in the reach of only the wealthy and elite. This gem has an old connection with the Russian Royalty. Even today, gemstone wholesale suppliers in India and elsewhere see mostly elite people buying Alexandrite.
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