Move it toward a window and it reads cool teal; carry it into candlelight and it warms to purple-red. That living color-shift is the whole point of this minimalist kite cut alexandrite engagement ring — a single faceted lab-grown alexandrite, set high and open so its blue-green daylight and violet warm-light personalities are both fully on show. Pared back to one clean geometric stone on a slim 925 sterling silver band with a bright rhodium finish, it is color-changing magic distilled to its purest form.
Visible color-shift
Kite cut center
Lab-grown alexandrite
Solid 925 sterling silver
Rhodium finish
Free velvet gift box
Minimalist geometry, maximum drama
The kite cut is a modern, faintly art-deco silhouette — four clean edges tapering to a point, worn on the diagonal so it draws the eye straight to the stone. There is no halo, no side stones, nothing to compete: just the alexandrite and a whisper-slim band. That restraint is deliberate, because it lets the color-shift do the talking. If you love this stripped-back geometry you’ll find kindred designs across our kite cut alexandrite engagement rings and the wider alexandrite engagement rings collection.
The color-shift, up close
Alexandrite is famous for one thing above all: it changes color with the light. In daylight and fluorescent light — wavelengths rich in blue — the stone reads bluish-green to teal. Step into incandescent bulbs or candlelight, which lean red, and the very same stone shifts to purple-red and violet. The effect comes from trace chromium inside the crystal, and because this kite stone is faceted and set in the open (never buried in resin), you see the shift clearly as you move through your day. To understand how convincingly a created stone reproduces this, our journal on whether synthetic alexandrite changes color is a great primer.
Lab-grown, and proud of it
This is genuine lab-grown alexandrite — the same chromium-traced chrysoberyl as mined alexandrite, with the same 8.5 Mohs hardness and the same color-changing optics, simply created in a laboratory rather than pulled from the earth. Natural alexandrite of this size is one of the rarest and most expensive gems on the planet, so a lab-grown center is what makes a 1.7 ct color-changer wearable at this price. For the full picture, see our guide to lab-grown vs natural alexandrite.
Solid sterling silver with a rhodium finish
The band is solid 925 sterling silver finished with rhodium — the same bright white metal used to plate fine white gold. That finish gives the ring a mirror-white luster and a protective shield against tarnish and everyday scratches, so a sterling band wears far above its weight. The cool white of the rhodium is also the ideal neutral backdrop for alexandrite, letting both the teal and the violet read at full saturation.
What alexandrite stands for
A stone that transforms with its surroundings makes a quietly perfect emblem for a proposal: a love that adapts, that reveals new facets in new light, that grows richer over time. First discovered in Russia’s Ural Mountains in the 1830s and named for the future Tsar Alexander II, alexandrite is also one of the three traditional June birthstones, which makes this ring a meaningful June birthday gift as well as an engagement ring. It sits beautifully alongside pieces from our alexandrite jewelry range. Weighing it against another blue-violet classic? Our read on alexandrite vs sapphire explains why the color-shift makes it feel one of a kind.
Specifications
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Metal Solid 925 sterling silver with rhodium finish
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Center stone Lab-grown alexandrite (color-changing)
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Shape Kite cut
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Gem size 7 x 10 mm (approx. 1.7 ct)
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Color-shift Bluish-green in daylight, purple-red in warm light
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Hardness 8.5 on the Mohs scale
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Band width Approx. 1.7 mm
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Setting Open minimalist solitaire
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Sourcing Ethically sourced, conflict-free
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Included Free luxury velvet gift box & lifetime warranty
Sizing & care
Choose your size at checkout; if you’re between sizes or unsure, reach out and we’ll help. Resizing is available and starts from a modest fee. To keep the color-shift vivid and the rhodium bright, remove the ring before showering, swimming or applying lotions, and store it in its velvet box. A soft, dry cloth brings back the shine. At 8.5 Mohs the alexandrite is genuinely tough, so this is a piece made for daily wear.
Frequently asked questions
Does this ring actually change color?
Yes. The faceted lab-grown alexandrite shifts from bluish-green and teal in daylight to purple-red and violet in warm incandescent or candlelight. Because the stone is set in the open rather than in resin, you can watch the shift as you move between light sources through the day.
Why does alexandrite change color?
Trace chromium inside the crystal absorbs certain wavelengths of light. Under blue-rich daylight the stone reads green-teal; under red-rich indoor light it reads purple-violet. The same physics happens in natural and lab-grown alexandrite alike.
Is the alexandrite real?
Yes — it is genuine lab-grown alexandrite, chemically and optically identical to mined alexandrite (chromium-traced chrysoberyl, 8.5 Mohs, full color-change). The only difference is that it was created in a lab rather than mined from the earth.
Why lab-grown instead of natural?
Natural alexandrite of this size is among the costliest gems in the world. A lab-grown center delivers the identical color-shift, hardness and brilliance while keeping a 1.7 ct stone affordable. You get the magic without the five-figure price tag.
What is a kite cut?
A kite cut is a four-sided geometric shape that tapers to a point, worn on the diagonal. It is modern and lightly art-deco, and its clean facets suit a minimalist solitaire beautifully — nothing distracts from the stone or its color-shift.
Is there a halo or side stones?
No — this is a deliberately minimalist solitaire. The single kite alexandrite sits alone on a slim band so the color-change is the entire focus. If you’d prefer added sparkle, we can custom-make a version with accents; just message us.
What metal is the ring made from?
Solid 925 sterling silver finished with rhodium, the same bright white metal used on fine white gold. It gives a mirror-white luster plus extra protection against tarnish and scratches.
What does the rhodium finish do?
Rhodium adds a bright white-gold-like shine and a protective layer that helps the silver resist tarnish and everyday wear. Its cool white tone is also the perfect neutral backdrop for alexandrite’s shifting colors.
Is alexandrite durable enough for daily wear?
Yes. At 8.5 on the Mohs scale it is one of the hardest colored gems used in engagement rings, just below sapphire and ruby. It resists scratching well and is well suited to everyday wear with normal care.
Is alexandrite a June birthstone?
Yes — it is one of the three traditional June birthstones, alongside moonstone and pearl, which makes this ring a meaningful June birthday gift as well as an engagement or promise ring.
Can it be resized?
Yes. As a slim solitaire it resizes easily by a jeweler within a reasonable range. Resizing is available and starts from a modest fee. Where possible, order your correct size from the start.
Are the stones ethically sourced?
Yes. Our stones are ethically sourced and conflict-free, so you can wear this 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, a birthday or an anniversary. Explore more in our alexandrite jewelry collection.
