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Zoisite Var. Tanzanite

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This is a glassy and gemmy tanzanite crystal featuring two crystals, to 3.1 cm in length, side by side. The crystals are trichroic in that they exhibit both the blue and purple hues with an additional faint pink color when lit down the C axis (proving it is natural and not treated by heat). It has gorgeous color and luster and is like glass in person - more so than the photos can indicate. The gem weight is 57.30 carats.

Product details

SpeciesTanzanite, Zoisite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 1.5 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityTanzania, Manyara Region, Merelani Hills

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Tanzanite
Mineral guide
Learn about Tanzanite
vivid blue-to-violet zoisite with strong pleochroism and crystals from Merelani, Tanzania; prized by collectors, rare matrix pieces.
Tanzanite
Regional guide
Tanzanite from Merelani Hills, Tanzania
from Merelani Hills, blue-to-violet zoisite with strong pleochroism, glassy transparency, and prized natural crystal form for collectors.