What is Tanzanite?

Tanzanite is a rare gem that was celebrated as one of the most interesting findings of the 20th century. Manuel d'Oouza discovered a gem in 1967 in Tanzania. He was directed to the cache of stones from Maasai Tribes, so the original credit of discovery should really go to Maasai. D'Aga's Souza initially believed he would reveal a new and rich sapphire supply, but instead he was surprised to find this beautiful and rare gem.

Initially, Tanzanite does not seem to be so impressive, reminiscent of a brown glass plate. But when he warms up, she becomes brilliant blue, sometimes shades of purple. The highest quality stones were compared to Elizabeth Taylor's eyes.

Although Tanzanie's government dominated most of the mines in the age of 20, in the age of 20. There were also territorial struggles for Minenes, which led to the bloodshed. Tanzanite as such has gained disgustingreputation. Tiffany & Company, which was the main exporter of Tanzanite at the beginning of the 70s, stopped buying because the corporations did not want to support illegal trading in gems.

Tanzania regained control over most of the mines at the age of 90. Contemporary tanzanite gems are therefore not touched by dirty practices of 80 years. Although greater control over the Tanzanite industry has led to safer mining procedures, Tanzanite remains a rare gem due to the initial dispute and the fight around the mines.

rarity of exceptional quality gems is translated into considerable costs. The stones of the deepest blue tones are the most valuable and are the most important point of view when buying stone. Inclusion in gems reduces the price and clarity is evaluated as follows:

ws means virtually non -acquaintance;

vs means very little inclusions that are not visible without magnification;

si1-si2 markMediced slightly included gems where you can note deficiencies without magnification:

i1, 2 and 3 are representations of low quality full flaws.

The best quality free stones ranges from $ 400 to $ 500 (USD) per carat. Some people ignore darker colors preferably on the purple tones of lighter stones. When the Tanzanite WS or VS is lighter, the price of carats can be approximately $ 300. Prices and availability differ due to unstable production. Tanzania does not use the most advanced mining equipment to get stones.

Because Tanzanite is a new gem, it is associated with the wearing of these beautiful stones. Tanzanite, however, in December 2002 became a new stone birth in December 2002. Blue Topaz or Turquoise was not replaced, but was added as the third option for those born in December.