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Meet the rarest gemstone in the world...  Natural/Unheated Tanzanites! Found…
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Meet the rarest gemstone in the world... Natural/Unheated Tanzanites! Found…

Tanzanite
Species
Zoisite
Locality
Tanzania

Meet the rarest gemstone in the world… Natural/Unheated Tanzanites! Found exclusively in Tanzania, this blue-to-violet gem variety of zoisite is a true marvel. Here are some key facts about Tanzanite:

Origin & Rarity: 1,000 times rarer than diamonds, found in a 4-kilometer area in Tanzania.

Color & Appearance: Ranges from deep blue to violet and purple, with strong saturation being the most valued.

Gemological Properties: Has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, requiring careful wear.

History: Discovered in 1967 and famously named by Tiffany & Co. to represent its origin.

Treatments: Most tanzanite is heat-treated to produce the desirable blue/violet color.

Value: Determined by color intensity, clarity, and size.

Tanzanite is a popular choice for jewelry, but remember to wear it with care! #tanzanite #fineminerals #22sgems #crystalsofig #crystalsofinstagram

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