Straight lines, jazz-age glamour and a stone that refuses to sit still. This vintage alexandrite engagement ring centers a crisp emerald-cut lab-grown alexandrite that glows green in daylight and turns a romantic purple under candlelight, framed by clean Art Deco geometry in warm 14K rose gold vermeil. It is the ring for anyone who wants old-world elegance with a genuinely magical twist.
Color-change alexandrite
Emerald cut
Art Deco design
Lab-grown center stone
14K rose gold vermeil
Free velvet gift box
Art Deco elegance, emerald cut
The emerald cut is the most architectural of all gem shapes — long, open facets that read like a hall of mirrors and show off color with quiet confidence. Set against the geometric lines of an Art Deco band, it gives this ring a vintage, hand-of-Gatsby feel while staying clean enough for everyday wear. If that antique-with-attitude mood is your thing, you will find more of it across our alexandrite engagement rings and the wider alexandrite jewelry range.
A stone that changes with the light
What makes this ring unforgettable is the color-change at its center. In natural daylight the alexandrite reads a cool green; step into candlelight or a warm lamp and it melts into purple. It is a live optical effect, so the ring quietly shifts mood as you move through your day — conversation-starting in the best way. New to the stone? Our guide on how synthetic alexandrite changes color explains exactly what you will see and why.
The lab-grown alexandrite
The emerald-cut center is genuine lab-created alexandrite — real chrysoberyl with the same color-change chemistry and 8.5–9 Mohs hardness as mined alexandrite, simply grown in a controlled lab. Because natural alexandrite is one of the rarest gemstones on earth, lab-grown is what puts a vivid, well-cut stone like this within reach for an everyday ring. For an honest breakdown, read our take on lab-grown vs natural alexandrite.
What alexandrite symbolizes
Named for a Russian tsar and discovered in the 1830s, alexandrite has always been tied to transformation, balance and adaptability — a fitting emblem for a love that evolves over time. It is also the modern June birthstone, which makes this vintage-inspired ring a thoughtful proposal, promise or birthday piece. For a wider view of how gemstones earned their meanings, our feature on the history of gemstones is a lovely read.
Specifications
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Metal 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925
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Center stone Lab-created alexandrite (color-change)
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Center cut Emerald, 6.0 x 4.0 mm (approx. 1 ct)
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Color change Green in daylight, purple in warm light
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Hardness 8.5–9 on the Mohs scale
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Band width Approx. 2 mm
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Finish High polish
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Design Vintage Art Deco
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Fit True to size
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Birthstone June (alexandrite)
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Sourcing Ethically sourced, conflict-free stones
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Included Free luxury velvet gift box & lifetime warranty
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.
Sizing & care
This ring runs true to size — choose yours at checkout, and if you are between sizes or unsure, reach out and we will help. If the fit is not quite right, resizing is available and starts from a modest fee. To keep the color-change stone and rose gold at their brightest, remove the ring before showering, swimming or exercise, keep it away from lotions and fragrance, and store it dry in its velvet box. A soft, dry cloth restores the shine. Pair it beautifully with a slim band from our alexandrite wedding bands.
Frequently asked questions
Does the alexandrite change color?
Yes. It reads green in natural daylight and shifts to purple under candlelight or a warm lamp. The change is a real optical effect from the stone's chemistry, so you will watch it move as your lighting changes through the day.
Is the alexandrite real?
Yes — it is genuine lab-created alexandrite, real chrysoberyl with the same color-change chemistry and hardness as mined alexandrite. It is grown in a controlled lab rather than mined, which is what keeps a vivid emerald-cut stone like this affordable.
What is rose gold vermeil?
Rose gold vermeil is real gold over sterling silver 925 — the warm, luminous look of rose gold at an easier price than a solid-gold piece. If you would like gold throughout, the same design is also available in solid gold; just reach out.
Why an emerald cut?
The emerald cut has long, open, mirror-like facets that give a calm, elegant sparkle and show color beautifully. It is a classic Art Deco shape, which is exactly why it suits this vintage-inspired design so well.
What colors will my stone show?
Expect green in daylight and fluorescent light, and purple under incandescent bulbs or candlelight. The exact reading depends on your lighting, so the ring looks a little different from one setting to the next — which is the joy of alexandrite.
How big is the center stone?
The emerald-cut alexandrite measures 6.0 x 4.0 mm, approximately 1 carat, sitting as a refined, elongating focal point on a slim Art Deco band.
Is it a good June birthstone gift?
Yes. Alexandrite is the modern June birthstone, so this ring makes a meaningful June birthday, anniversary or promise gift with a genuinely unique color-change stone.
How durable is it for daily wear?
Very. Alexandrite is 8.5–9 on the Mohs scale, harder than aquamarine or quartz and just below sapphire, so it handles everyday wear with ease. Avoid hard knocks and remove it for rough activities as general best practice.
How should I care for the ring?
Remove it before showering, swimming or exercise, keep it away from lotions and fragrance, and store it dry in its velvet box between wears. Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth to keep the rose gold and stone luminous.
Is the fit true to size?
Yes, this ring runs true to size. Select your size at checkout, and if you are unsure or between sizes, contact us for guidance. Resizing is available and starts from a modest fee.
Are the stones ethically sourced?
Yes. Lab-created alexandrite has no mining footprint, and all of our stones are ethically sourced and conflict-free, so you can wear the ring with complete peace of mind.
Does it arrive gift-ready?
Every order ships in a free luxury velvet gift box and is backed by our lifetime warranty — ready for a proposal or to give as a keepsake.
Can I see more alexandrite designs?
Of course. Explore the full alexandrite engagement rings collection and matching alexandrite wedding bands to build your perfect stack.
