chrysoberyl
/ˈkrɪsəˌbɛrəl/
noun
- A hard, transparent gemstone that is usually yellow, green, or brown, and is sometimes used in jewelry.
- Collectors prize a rare variety of chrysoberyl called alexandrite, which changes color under different light.
- She wore a ring set with a beautiful chrysoberyl that shimmered in the sunlight.
- The jeweler explained that chrysoberyl is one of the hardest gemstones, perfect for everyday wear.