Tanzanite is a relatively recent discovery. This gem, which ranges from velvety blue to royal purple, was first discovered in Tanzania in 1967–that’s where it gets its name! This beautiful stone is only found in one very specific region of Tanzania. Some believe that tanzanite strengthens intuition and perception.
Found in just one place on earth, tanzanite is a relatively recent discovery. This blue variety of zoisite was named for Tanzania, the country where it was found, by Tiffany & Co. Because crystals show different colors depending on viewing direction, cutters can choose bluish purple or the more favored pure blue or violetish blue hue depending on how much weight they want to retain from the rough.
Tanzanite has only one source: the hills of Merelani in northern Tanzania.
Masai tribesman Ali Juuyawatu is credited with finding the first tanzanite crystal.
Tilt tanzanite and you’ll see three distinct colors in three crystal directions.
Assessment of the following characteristics determines tanzanite's value.
A deep saturated blue is the most valuable color of tanzanite. Paler tones are more affordable.
Eye-visible inclusions decrease the value of tanzanite, particularly in lighter colored stones.
Tanzanite is available in a wide range of shapes but cushion and oval cuts are most common.
Tanzanite color is less saturated in smaller sizes. Gems must be above five carats in size to have fine color.
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