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Zoisite var. Tanzanite

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Alexander Schauss
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Tanzanite (var. of zoisite), 2.8 cm, from the Merelani mine, Lelatema Mountains, Manyara Region, Tanzania. Part of the exhibit that won the 2010 Desautels Award. Jeff Scovil photo.

Product details

SpeciesTanzanite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityTanzania, Manyara Region, Merelani Hills
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Special Issue: Refined Elegance page 86

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—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.
    Zoisite var. Tanzanite - Merelani Hills, Manyara Region, Tanzania