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Alexandrite Teardrop Pendant Necklace for Women — 925 Sterling Silver, Gold Plated
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$45.99
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- 💎 Alexandrite Charm – Shifts color with light.
- 💧 Water Drop Style – Simple & elegant.
- 925 Silver – Tarnish-free & hypoallergenic.
$
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99
$45.99
23% OFF TODAY
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Description
This alexandrite necklace features a lab-created alexandrite stone in a teardrop cut, set in 925 sterling silver with 18K gold plating. Alexandrite is June's birthstone — a color-change gemstone that appears green in daylight and shifts toward red-purple under incandescent light. Lab-created alexandrite replicates this phenomenon at a fraction of the cost of natural stones. Whether you're searching for alexandrite pendant necklace or alexandrite birthstone necklace, this piece covers both.
What Makes Alexandrite Special
Alexandrite is one of the rarest color-change gemstones in the world — natural specimens command $10,000+ per carat. Lab-created alexandrite replicates the same optical phenomenon through controlled crystal growth. Our alexandrite pendant necklace uses lab-created stones that genuinely change color, just like the natural variety.
The teardrop cut maximizes the stone's surface area, so the color shift is visible across the full pendant. The 925 sterling silver setting keeps it stable and secure. The 18K gold plating adds warmth that complements both the green and red tones the stone shifts between.
| Detail | Spec |
|---|---|
| Metal Base | 925 Sterling Silver |
| Plating | 18K Gold |
| Hypoallergenic | Yes — Nickel-Free |
| Finish | High-Polish, Tarnish-Resistant |
| Occasion | June Birthday Gift, Everyday Wear, Gift |
| Price | $35 — free US shipping |
How to Style an Alexandrite Necklace
Wear this alexandrite necklace where light conditions vary — the color-change effect is the conversation starter. Indoor lighting (incandescent or warm LED) brings out the pink-purple shift. Daylight or natural white light shows the green. The change is subtle in low-contrast lighting but clear in direct light.
This alexandrite necklace for women works well at 16–18" so the teardrop pendant sits where it's visible and catches shifting light. Keep surrounding pieces simple — plain gold studs or minimal hoops let the alexandrite stone do the work.
It's one of our strongest June birthday gifts because alexandrite is the June birthstone and the color-change property gives the recipient a story to tell. That storytelling element is worth more than the price tag suggests.
How to Care for Your Alexandrite
Good care habits extend your plating significantly. Remove the piece before the gym, pool, or shower. Sweat, chlorine, and lotions are the main causes of premature wear.
Store it flat in a dry pouch or the original box. When cleaning, use a soft dry cloth — no abrasives, no ultrasonic cleaners, no chemical dips. With this routine, 18K plating over 925 sterling silver holds up well for 1–3 years of daily wear.
If you notice dullness, a jewelry polishing cloth brings it back quickly. Avoid chemical cleaners — they strip plating faster than regular wear does.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this alexandrite necklace hypoallergenic?
Yes. It's crafted from 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold plating — completely nickel-free and safe for sensitive skin, including freshly pierced piercings.
Is this solid gold or gold plated?
It's 18K gold plated over 925 sterling silver. The gold layer gives you the look and feel of fine jewelry at a fraction of the cost. With proper care, the plating lasts 1–3 years of daily wear.
Will it tarnish?
With proper care, no. Keep it dry, avoid perfume and chlorine, and store in a dry pouch. Sterling silver can tarnish if exposed to air and moisture, but the plating layer significantly slows this.
Can I wear this in the shower or while swimming?
Remove it before showering, swimming, or exercising. Water and chlorine accelerate plating wear. For occasional splashes, dry it immediately and you'll be fine.
Does lab-created alexandrite really change color?
Yes. Lab-created alexandrite undergoes the same color-change phenomenon as natural alexandrite — it appears green in natural daylight and shifts to reddish-purple under incandescent light. This isn't a trick of perception; it's a genuine optical property of the chrysoberyl crystal structure, replicated in lab conditions.
What is the alexandrite birthstone?
Alexandrite is the primary birthstone for June. It's shared with pearl and moonstone, but alexandrite is the most distinctive — no other birthstone changes color. It was first discovered in Russia's Ural Mountains in the 1830s and named after Tsar Alexander II.
Is this a natural or lab-created alexandrite necklace?
Lab-created. Natural alexandrite is extraordinarily rare and expensive ($5,000–$10,000+ per carat for quality specimens). Our alexandrite pendant necklace uses lab-created stones that replicate the same crystal structure, color, and color-change effect — without the fine jewelry price.
Shipping & Returns
🚚 Shipping
| Free Standard | 3–4 business days via USPS. Always free. |
| Express | 1–3 business days via USPS/UPS. Select at checkout. |
| Same-day dispatch | Order before 12:00 PM PST Mon–Fri and it ships today. |
↩️ Returns & Exchanges
| 30-day returns | Full refund if you're not 100% happy — no questions asked. |
| Free exchanges | Wrong size or initial? We'll swap it at no cost. |
| Return shipping | Email info@ajluxe.com to start a return — we’ll email you a prepaid label. Return shipping is on us. |
💳 Refunds
| Processed in 5–7 days | Once we receive the item, your refund is issued within 5–7 business days. |
| Back to original payment | No store credit, no hidden conditions. |
Care Instructions
✨ Care Instructions
| 💧 Water | Remove before swimming, showering, or washing hands. Water is the #1 cause of premature tarnish on gold-plated jewelry. |
| 🌸 Chemicals | Put jewelry on after applying perfume, lotion, and hairspray — not before. Chemicals break down the plating layer over time. |
| 🧽 Cleaning | Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth after each wear to remove skin oils. Never use silver polish, ultrasonic cleaners, or abrasive cloths. |
| 📦 Storage | Store in the included gift box or a soft pouch, away from direct sunlight and humidity. Keep pieces separate to avoid scratches. |
| ⏰ Daily wear | Remove before sleep, gym, and housework. With proper care, 18K gold plating over 925 sterling silver lasts 2–4 years of daily wear. |
Questions? Email info@ajluxe.com — we're happy to help.
