Tanzanite

Tanzanite 1.95 CT 

gemstone found exclusively in the Merelani Hills of Tanzania. Prized for its vivid color and exceptional pleochroism (displaying blue, violet, and burgundy depending on the light), it is a popular December birthstone and the gem used for the 24th wedding anniversary. 

Origin & Rarity

• • Single Source: Tanzanite is only mined in a tiny, 4.3-mile by 1.2-mile strip of land near Mount Kilimanjaro.
  • Rarity: Geologists estimate that the world's tanzanite supply could be exhausted in the coming decades, making it significantly rarer than diamonds.

• Discovery: It was first discovered in 1967 and famously named by Tiffany & Co. in honor of the country of Tanzania. 

• Mineral Family: It is a blue-to-violet variety of the mineral zoisite. 
• Color: While it naturally occurs with a brownish or reddish tint, almost all tanzanite is heat-treated to achieve its iconic, vibrant blue and deep violet colors. 
• Hardness: It ranks 6 to 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Because it is moderately soft, it requires a bit more care to prevent scratches and is best suited for earrings, pendants, or protected ring settings. 

• Prices vary based on carat, cut, and the saturation of the blue or violet hues. 
• Lighter, smaller stones (1–2 carats) can cost a few hundred dollars, while high-quality, deeply saturated gems (over 3–5 carats) can command thousands of dollars per carat. 
• Prices for certified loose tanzanite can be tracked and compared across various retailers on platforms like Tanzanite jewelry specimens top the line Tanzanite gemstones at Dig-It-Mining.com