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The term "Alexandrite Effect" is derived from the unique phenomenon exhibited by alexandrite gemstones, wherein they shift color from green or Blue (The highest quality - brazilian) in daylight to a captivating red hue when exposed to incandescent light.
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About us
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"Since - 1988 Gil International Trading Co, also known as Gil Int’l, is a family run gemstone business, selling fine high quality gemstones and jewelry. Gil Int’l was founded in 1988 in the world famous NYC Diamond District, also known as the Diamond Jewelry Way, where you can find some of the most rarest high quality gemstones, diamonds and jewelry in the world. Our Speciality Since our humble beginning, Gil Int’l has been a prime source for fine top quality gemstones, such as emeralds, rubies and sapphires, and our speciality is Natural Brazilian Alexandrite Gemstones, one of the most rarest and desired gemstones in the world. Our gemstones and jewelry are ethically certified and authenticated by the world’s most top valued grading labs."