Tanzanite
Tanzanite
Tanzanite

Tanzanite

€485,00
SKU: A381
Mererani, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mountains, Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, Tanzania
A typical medium-sized Tanzanite crystal with almost clear sections in the upper half; luster and sides are excellent. However, the lower part of the crystal has matrix attachments on one side and part of the crystal is missing on the back.
3.0x1.5x1.2 cm
8.6 g

The Maasai worship Tanzanite as the “crystal of heaven”, which is only found in an area of ​​16 square kilometers in the East African country of Tanzania that gives it its name. Its rarity and incomparable richness of color make it one of the most sought-after gemstones on the market. Unmistakable due to its unique trichroism, depending on the light, it sparkles in a wide variety of colors from deep blue to bright yellow to bright red and violet.