Chrysoberyl

Different types of Chrysoberyl gemstone

Chrysoberyl is a beryllium aluminium oxide mineral that belongs to the oxide and hydroxide class of minerals. It is a highly valuable gemstone in its various forms. Most varieties of Chrysoberyl exhibit yellow, green, light green, etc hues. But the two most popular and widely used Chrysoberyl gemstones are Alexandrite and Cat’s Eye. Alexandrite is a rare and expensive form that exhibits a brilliant change of colors in natural and artificial light. On the other hand, Cat's Eye is a Chrysoberyl that is polished into a cabochon and highly chatoyant, displaying a sharp line of light through the center of the stone.

The three main varieties of Chrysoberyl are:

• 1 Chrysoberyl is a beautiful gemstone that exhibits vibrant yellow, light green, or yellowish-green hues. This variety is known to have transparent and translucent diaphaneity.
• 2 Alexandrite is a unique and highly valuable colored gemstone that displays a rare and sharp color transformation from blue-green in daylight to purplish-red or reddish-brown in incandescent light. This phenomenal gemstone is often described as Emerald by day and Ruby by night. The exceptional beauty, excellent luster, and immense rarity make Alexandrite a highly desirable gemstone among gem collectors and jewelry makers.
• 3 Cat’s Eye is an intriguing gemstone that has an extrusive resemblance to the eyes of the cat. Cat’s Eye is also known as Lahsuniya, Vaidooryam, or Vaiduryam in Hindi. Being associated with the mythical planet Ketu or Dragon-Tail, Cat’s Eye can only be worn when recommended by a professional astrologer who has intensively studied your birth chart. People are fond of Cat’s Eye gemstone as it comes in distinct colors like black, green, honey, and yellowish-green. It has the power to show quick results and nullifies the negative effects of Rahu and Ketu in the life of the wearer.

Chrysoberyl Gemstone Benefits

Chrysoberyl is an effective protective gemstone that has been used since ancient times. This gemstone is exclusively worn to protect its wearer from any disaster. Regarded as a stone that transforms negative energy into positive energy, Chrysoberyl is known to have numerous healing and astrological benefits.

• Psychological Benefits

  : Chrysoberyl raw has the power to protect the wearer from negative energies, thoughts, and psychic attacks. It helps the wearers to get rid of all the evil intentions that are coming towards them and keeps them positive and constructive.

• Spiritual Properties

  : Known to activate and balance the Solar Plexus Chakra and Crown Chakra, Chrysoberyl crystal exhibits a strong personal power and strengthens spirituality. Also, when Chrysoberyl combines with other gemstones, it leads to spiritual development.

• Emotional Benefits

  : Popularly known as the stone of new beginnings, Chrysoberyl rough will cast off the negative and non-constructive emotions and thoughts of the past and present life so that the wearer can move forward on a positive emotional and constructive path. This beautiful gemstone brings compassion, forgiveness, generosity, and confidence into the wearer’s life. Chrysoberyl strengthens feelings of self-worth and releases useless energy patterns. It will help the wearers see both sides of a problem and help them analyze and come to a decision that is correct for them at this moment.

• Physical health & Healing Benefits

  : Chrysoberyl has the tendency to highlight the cause of a disease. This gemstone supports self-healing, balances the adrenal glands and the cholesterol levels in the body. Chrysoberyl enhances the healing of chest and liver-related diseases. Lehsunia stone benefits in reducing the physical side effects of being paralyzed. Working well with the digestive system, Chrysoberyl cures stomach issues, heals the liver, reduces skin problems and allergies.

Chrysoberyl Stone Quality

Chrysoberyl is unique in its way. It has three main varieties including Chrysoberyl natural, Alexandrite, and Chrysoberyl Cat’s Eye. There are certain factors that one must consider while purchasing authentic and original Chrysoberyl. Origin, color, luster, clarity, chatoyancy effect, cut and shape, and carat weight are the prominent factors that determine the quality of this gemstone and based on these parameters, the value, quality, and authenticity of the Chrysoberyl gemstone can be evaluated.

• Origin

  : Chrysoberyl gemstone is one of the rarest gemstones. The finest and premium quality Chrysoberyl gemstones are found in Brazil's Minas Gerais, Espirito Santo, and Bahia; the Mogok and Pegu regions of Burma, Sri Lanka, India, Tanzania, Madagascar, Pakistan, Russia, Zimbabwe, and the United States. Most color-change Chrysoberyl or Alexandrite is sourced from the Ural Mountains of Russia near Sverdlovsk, while most Chrysoberyl cat's eye is sourced from Brazil, China, India, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. An extremely rare, colorless variety of Chrysoberyl is known to occur only in Burma, and Tanzania is also known to produce a very rare, bluish-green Chrysoberyl which is extremely valuable.

• Color

  : Chrysoberyl exhibits a yellow to yellowish-green hue depending on the presence of iron and chromium impurities in the gemstone. A brownish tint can be seen because of the presence of iron impurities. Some very rare mint bluish-green Chrysoberyl from Tanzania owes their brilliant color to the presence of Vanadium. It is extremely rare and fetches higher prices in national and international markets. The popular Chrysoberyl Cats Eye stone comes in exquisite hues between lemon and greenish-yellow. The Cat’s Eye having a honey brown shade with rich gold highlights is generally the most valued.

• Clarity

  : The best quality eye clean Chrysoberyl too fetches a high price in the market. However, a natural Chrysoberyl often comes with a few inclusions that enhance the beauty of the gemstone. But inclusions like blemishes, cracks, fractures, etc. degrade the quality of the gemstone leading to a decrease in the Chrysoberyl stone price.

• Cut

  : Chrysoberyl can be found in oval, cushion, round, and emerald cuts. However, clean and faceted Emerald Cuts and Cushion Cuts are most admired for making Chrysoberyl Jewellery and therefore demand a high price in the market. However, Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl gemstones are always cut as cabochons for it is the only cut that will allow the spectacular cat's eye effect to be displayed.

Chrysoberyl Gemstone Price

The Chrysoberyl value depends on various quality factors including origin, Chrysoberyl colors, size, luster, cat’s eye effect, and the certifications it carries. Based on the quality factors discussed above the Chrysoberyl price per carat can start from INR 2,000 ($ 25) and goes up to INR 50,000 ($ 680). The beautiful Chrysoberyl gemstones are a perfect choice to make all kinds of jewelry for both men and women.

One can purchase authentic and Natural Chrysoberyl from trusted sources. GemPundit provides 100% natural, authentic, unheated, and untreated Chrysoberyl gemstones for both astrological and jewelry purposes. Shop original and loose Chrysoberyl for sale with an authentic Gem Certificate at the best price.

Chrysoberyl Buyer Beware Guidelines

Various quality factors including origin, color, clarity, cut, shape, carat weight, and treatments determine Chrysoberyl Cats Eye price and authenticity. Also, a buyer must understand that the weight of gemstones in India is usually expressed in Ratti and not in Carat. A buyer must understand the difference between Ratti and Carat. (1 Ratti = 0.91 carat)

Generally, Chrysoberyl is not known to be treated or enhanced. However, fake imitations of Chrysoberyl gemstones that undergo certain treatments are circulating in the market. These treatments or enhancements can affect the durability or stability of the lab-created Chrysoberyl gem. One should always purchase natural Chrysoberyl gemstone from trusted sources. GemPundit’s vivid collection of Chrysoberyl gemstones that is 100% natural, unheated and untreated is available on the website. However, one can always ask for a genuine report from the Gemological Laboratory. The Lab certifications determine the authenticity of the gemstone. Customers should be able to distinguish between real and fake Gem Lab Certifications and should always verify the physical characteristics of Chrysoberyl from Gem Experts and Astrologers. To identify the authenticity of a gemstone, the customer can cross-check the report number on the Gem Lab certificate from the Gem Lab website or the company lab. If both the report numbers are alike, then it is an authentic Chrysoberyl gemstone certification.

Read our customer-friendly Buying Guide to know more about the weight of gemstones and what things should be kept in mind while buying an original Chrysoberyl gemstone.

A sample IGI Certificate of Natural Chrysoberyl Alexandrite

A sample ITLGR Certificate of Natural Chrysoberyl

Chrysoberyl Gemstone Jewelry

The exquisite Natural Chrysoberyl jewelry can be exclusively worn to comfort the wearer in difficult times. The splendid astrological benefits and healing properties of Chrysoberyl including Cat’s Eye gemstone and Alexandrite gemstone display a positive effect on the wearer. The rarity and demand of Chrysoberyl jewelry are highly valued and desired in the international and national market. GemPundit offers stunning Chrysoberyl customized engagement rings for both men and women and aims to add an element of uniqueness and charm to the modern brides and grooms.

GemPundit’s exclusive real Chrysoberyl gemstone jewelry collection includes Chrysoberyl rings, Chrysoberyl bracelets, and Chrysoberyl pendants. GemPundit provides customization services to our valuable customers. Our team of CAD experts designs the Natural green Chrysoberyl ring, yellow Chrysoberyl jewelry, etc. as per the customer’s needs. Customization of Natural Chrysoberyl jewelry exquisitely made from natural Alexandrite and Lehsunia gemstone for both men and women is available at Custom Jewelry Section . Visit our collection now!

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Chrysoberyl Alexandrite Pendant

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Cleaning and Care

The two varieties of Chrysoberyl, Alexandrite and Cat’s Eye with a hardness of 8.5 on the Mohs scale, require normal and gentle care. However, extensive heat, harsh chemicals, and ultrasonic cleaners should be avoided as they can damage the gemstones. The stone can be cleaned with warm, soapy water and a soft brush or as recommended by the gem experts.