Some stones look the same all day. This one does not. The Emily teardrop alexandrite ring holds a lab-grown alexandrite that shifts its color as the light around it changes — cool and green-tinged by a window, warm and purple under a lamp — set in a petite rose gold vermeil band with simulated diamond accents. A quiet ring that keeps surprising the person wearing it.
Lab-Grown Alexandrite
Teardrop Cut, 7 x 5 mm
Color-Changing Stone
14K Rose Gold Vermeil
Simulated Diamond Accents
June Birthstone
The Color Shift Is the Whole Point
Alexandrite is famous for one trick, and it is a genuinely remarkable one: the same stone reads as a different color depending on the light source it sits in. Daylight and cool LEDs draw out its green and teal side; incandescent bulbs and candlelight pull it toward purple and plum. Nothing about the stone changes — your eyes are responding to how it absorbs different parts of the spectrum. Our journal explains the mechanism in does synthetic alexandrite change colors, and the full alexandrite guide covers what to look for in a stone.
Lab-Grown, and Why That Matters Here
The alexandrite in this ring is lab-grown. Natural alexandrite is one of the rarest gemstones on earth, which historically put a color-change ring far out of reach for most people. Growing it produces the same optical behavior with a reliably strong shift, at a price that makes it a realistic engagement or promise ring rather than a museum piece. It also rates 8.5 on the Mohs scale, which is hard enough for daily wear. Our guide to lab-grown vs natural alexandrite sets out the honest differences.
A Teardrop That Suits a Petite Setting
At 7.0 x 5.0 mm and roughly 0.8 ct, the teardrop center is deliberately restrained. The tapered point draws the eye up the finger and makes the hand look longer, while the rounded end gives the alexandrite enough depth to show its shift clearly — a shallow stone would lose the effect. Simulated diamond accents flank the center to frame it without competing. Explore the shape family in our pear shaped engagement rings, or the full alexandrite engagement rings collection to see how other cuts handle the color change.
Rose Gold, June Birthdays, and a Matching Band
The blush of rose gold vermeil warms the alexandrite's purple phase and sets off its green phase by contrast, which is why this pairing has become the signature look for the stone. Alexandrite is also one of June's birthstones — see our June birthstone guide for the alternatives. A matching band is sold separately if you want to build a stacked pairing later, and you will find more single pieces in promise rings and gold vermeil jewelry.
About Rose Gold Vermeil
Aquamarise vermeil is real gold over sterling silver 925 — the rich, golden look you love, at a price that makes it easy to say yes. Keep it luminous with a little care: remove before showering, swimming, or exercise, avoid contact with lotions and fragrance, and store dry between wears. Want gold all the way through? The same design is also available in solid gold.
Specifications
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Center stone Lab-grown alexandrite
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Shape / cut Teardrop (pear)
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Stone size 7.0 x 5.0 mm
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Carat weight Approx. 0.8 ct
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Hardness 8.5 on the Mohs scale
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Accent stones Simulated diamonds (CZ)
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Base metal Solid 925 sterling silver
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Finish 14K rose gold vermeil
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Matching band Sold separately
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Includes Free luxury ring box, free U.S. shipping
Sizing & Care
Each ring is made in the size you select, so check your fit with our ring size guide before ordering rather than guessing from another brand's ring. For care, wipe the band with a soft, dry cloth after wearing, keep it clear of household cleaners and chlorinated water, and store it dry and separate from harder stones so the alexandrite's polished facets stay crisp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is rose gold vermeil?
Rose gold vermeil is real 14K rose gold applied over a base of solid 925 sterling silver. It is a genuine precious-metal construction rather than a base-metal costume finish, which is what gives it the true color and weight of a gold ring.
Is this ring solid gold?
No. It is 14K rose gold vermeil over solid 925 sterling silver. If you would prefer gold all the way through, the same design is also available in solid gold.
Does the alexandrite really change color?
Yes. Alexandrite shifts between a cooler green-teal cast in daylight and a warmer purple cast under incandescent light. The stone itself is unchanged; you are seeing how it responds to different light sources.
Is the alexandrite natural or lab-grown?
It is lab-grown. Natural alexandrite is among the rarest gemstones in the world, and growing it delivers the same color-change behavior with a consistently strong shift at a realistic price.
How large is the center stone?
The teardrop alexandrite measures 7.0 x 5.0 mm and weighs approximately 0.8 ct, which reads as a petite, everyday-scaled center rather than a statement stone.
Is alexandrite hard enough for an engagement ring?
Yes. Alexandrite rates 8.5 on the Mohs scale, which puts it above most colored gemstones and well within the range suited to daily wear.
Are the accent stones real diamonds?
No. They are simulated diamonds, also called cubic zirconia, cut for brightness so they frame the color-changing center without drawing attention away from it.
Does a matching band come with it?
No, this listing is for the alexandrite ring on its own. A matching band is sold separately if you would like to build a stacked pairing.
Why choose a teardrop cut?
The tapered point elongates the finger while the rounded end gives the stone enough depth to show its color shift clearly. A shallower cut would mute the effect that makes alexandrite worth wearing.
Which birthstone is alexandrite?
Alexandrite is one of June's birthstones, alongside pearl and moonstone, which makes this a natural pick for a June birthday.
What light shows the color best?
Move between a window and a warm indoor lamp. The contrast between daylight and incandescent light produces the most dramatic shift, and it is the easiest way to show the stone off to someone.
How do I clean the ring?
Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth after wearing. Avoid household cleaners, chlorinated water, and abrasive polishes, and store it dry between wears.
What comes with my order?
The ring arrives in a free luxury ring box with free U.S. shipping, ready to give.
