Tanzanite Ring With 925 Sterling Silver

Stone:(Tanzanite)

US Ring Size:(7 to 7.5)

Tanzanite is a striking blue-violet gemstone that is both rare and relatively new to the gem world. Here are key details about it:

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### What is Tanzanite?

* Mineral Family: Zoisite (a calcium aluminum silicate).

* Color: Deep blue to violet-purple; some stones shift between blue, violet, and burgundy depending on lighting (pleochroism).

* Hardness: 6–6.5 on the Mohs scale — softer than sapphire, so it needs care.

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### Origin

* Found Only in One Place: Near Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It was discovered in 1967 and remains one of the rarest gemstones in the world.

The mines are located in a small area called *Merelani Hills**, making it about 1,000 times rarer than diamonds.

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### Why It’s Special

* Color-Changing: Its pleochroic nature means you can see different colors depending on the viewing angle and lighting.

* Birthstone: Modern birthstone for December.

* Investment Value: Increasing rarity may make high-quality Tanzanite more valuable over time.

* Often heat-treated: Most Tanzanite on the market has been gently heated to bring out its deep blue and violet tones.

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### Buying Tips

* Color: Rich, saturated blue-violet is the most prized.

* Clarity: Should be eye-clean; inclusions lower value.

* Cut: Impacts how well the color is shown off; expert cutting enhances its pleochroism.

* Carat: Larger stones show deeper color but are more expensive.