Is alexandrite June's birthstone?

June birthstones are a mystical threesome of wonderment. Whether you are having them placed in a ring setting or crafted into a pendant, one thing is certain... All of these captivating birthstones have their own allure and unique appearance.

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What color represents June?

The birthstone for June is the Pearl and the June birthstone color is light purple. Alternative and other official birthstones for June are Moonstone and Alexandrite. Is alexandrite good for daily wear? Alexandrite is relatively hard-8.5 on the Mohs scale. It has excellent toughness and no cleavage, which is a tendency to break when struck. This makes it a good choice for rings and other mountings subject to daily wear.

Is alexandrite cleavage or fracture?

Alexandrite Cleavage Imperfect prismatic Fracture Weak, conchoidal Hardness 8.5 Optic nature Biaxial + 9 more rows ? How much is a real alexandrite ring? Low quality alexandrite may be found for as little as $500.00 a carat, but high quality alexandrite is on average around $5,000 - $10,000 per carat and may go up to as much as $15,000 per carat depending on the gemstone's clarity, cut, and, most importantly, color and color change characteristics.

Is alexandrite heat sensitive?

Alexandrite is a very strong gemstone, with a hardness rating of 8.5, but it can experience cracks or internal fissures from extreme pressure. Alexandrite is not a heat sensitive gemstone, so I do not think the heat from the repair job could have caused the crack.