Natural
Tanzanite Pendants – Tanzanite is a beautiful alluring stone that ranges in
ultramarine blue to sapphire blue. The more saturated and deeper the color, the
more expensive it is. Tanzanite is the most prominent stone of the zoisite
variety.
An interesting
fact is that Tanzanite is more rare than diamonds. It is mined in one place of
the world and that is Tanzania, East Africa. Its popularity has risen steeply
due to its scarcity. Ali Juuyawatu who is a Maasai tribesman that found
Tanzanite in the Merelani hills near Mount Kilimanjaro in 1967.
Naturally
occurring as a brown colored stone with traces of yellow, red and purple. To
transform this stone into the stunning gem so loved worldwide it is heat
treated for approximated 30 minutes at 600 degrees Celsius.
It is
6.5 on the Moh’s (hardness) scale. It is durable and hard enough to be fitted
into all types of jewelry. Although it should be placed into a protective
setting to prevent any damage due to vigorous activities, with the exception of
pendants and earrings.
Metaphysically
it is said to help with general vitality, stress relief, promote compassion and
love. Spiritually it can enhance ones awareness, connect strongly to spirit
guides, have profound meditative realisations and resolve generational karma.
It releases energy blockages from the third eye and throat chakra whilst
balancing peacefulness and tranquillity in the wearer’s life.
Physically
it is said to help with immunity, blood detoxification, connective tissues, and
healing from surgery or trauma.
The
astrological signs for Tanzanite are Aries and Pisces. It is the birthstone for
those born in the month of December. Tanzanite is also for the throat chakra,
third eye chakra and the crown chakra.
Tanzanite
gemstone jewelry is a popular choice for special events, as it looks high
fashion. Celebrities such as Beyonce, Cate Blanchett and Penelope Cruz have
been seen wearing Tanzanite jewelry.
Did
you know that the largest Tanzanite ever found is a large crystal weighing
16,839 carats? It is called ‘The Mawenzi’ which is Mt Kilimanjaro’s 2nd
highest summit.