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Zoisite

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A beautiful loose gemmy crystal of zoisite, this the marketing variety known as tanzanite. In excellent condition all around.

Product details

SpeciesZoisite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.7 x 0.7 x 0.5 cm
Added on01/20/2025
LocalityTanzania, Manyara Region, Merelani Hills
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Zoisite
Mineral guide
Learn about Zoisite
, a mineral with gem varieties like tanzanite, thulite, and anyolite; prismatic crystals, pleochroism, and key localities such as Merelani Hills.
Zoisite
Regional guide
Zoisite from Merelani Hills, Tanzania
from Merelani Hills, Tanzania — blue-violet crystals with strong pleochroism, sharp form, and gem-like transparency; key collector details.
Locality guide
Merelani Hills
A collector's guide to Merelani Hills, Tanzania: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 806 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.