A full two carats of Russian alexandrite from the Malysheva mine in the Ural Mountains, this 2.000 ct pear brings together the qualities that make Ural material the most sought-after source of the gem: a complete color change, notable size and, unusually for Malysheva, a bright, transparent crystal that lets the light travel freely through the stone. In daylight it glows a vivid conifer green cooled by a distinct blue undertone, the luminous blue-green of a mountain lake framed by Ural pines. As evening falls and warm light takes over, the color shifts entirely to a dense pink-purple, rich and glowing, lit from within by raspberry flashes. The broad, softly shouldered pear is Russian cut, measuring 8.32 × 6.92 × 5.05 mm. Its full, generous outline and deep pavilion lock in the color during both phases. The stone's clarity is open and luminous for Malysheva alexandrite, which is famous for its included nature. Delicate silky fibers and fine needles drift through the interior, typical features of Ural crystals grown alongside Russian emerald. They catch the light softly and confirm the stone's natural, untreated origin without dulling its transparency. In person it is lively and full of light, flashing color across its facets with every movement and showing a clear, dramatic change between daylight and incandescent illumination. It is natural and untreated, confirmed by the Marianovich Gems Certificate of Authenticity. A true two-carat weight, a full blue-green to pink-purple color change, luminous transparency and classic Malysheva provenance make this a rare collector-grade Ural alexandrite and a strong investment gemstone, an exceptional centerpiece for a pear-cut ring or a statement pendant.
