Natural Tanzanite on matrix with pyrite - Intense blue-violet coloration - top quality - 161.20 ct- 32.24 g
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This impressive natural Tanzanite rough crystal captivates with its intense blue-violet coloration and its exceptionally clear crystal structure. The distinctive prismatic growth facets are very well preserved, giving the piece a particularly aesthetic and high-quality appearance. Depending on the light, the crystal shifts between deep indigo, royal blue, violet, and delicate lavender hues – a typical and highly desirable feature of premium Tanzanites.
The translucent to transparent areas offer fascinating insights into the crystal's interior. Fine natural tensions, mirrored facets, and vivid light reflections create an impressive sense of depth. In particular, the strong color concentration in the upper crystal region provides a strong visual presence and makes this piece an extraordinary collector's item.
The natural crystal form, with its clearly defined edges and growth lines, underscores the mineral's original character. At the same time, the partly golden and lighter areas in the lower section give the Tanzanite additional contrasts and a particularly lively radiance. Such aesthetically preserved rough crystals with clearly recognizable structure and intense color are noticeably rarer to find and hold high appeal for mineral collectors and lovers of extraordinary gemstones.
Tanzanite is regarded as a stone of transformation, intuition, and mental clarity. It is traditionally believed to promote inspiration, inner calm, and creative processes while possessing an elegant, almost mystical aura.
Weight: 161.20 ct
Size: 49.3x30.4x19.7 mm
Gem Type: 100% Natural Tanzanite
Shape: Irregular
Color: As Picture
Clarity: As Picture
Origin: Tanzania, Merelani
Treatment: None at all
Hardness: 6.5-7.0
Refractive Index: 1.69-1.70
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This impressive natural Tanzanite rough crystal captivates with its intense blue-violet coloration and its exceptionally clear crystal structure. The distinctive prismatic growth facets are very well preserved, giving the piece a particularly aesthetic and high-quality appearance. Depending on the light, the crystal shifts between deep indigo, royal blue, violet, and delicate lavender hues – a typical and highly desirable feature of premium Tanzanites.
The translucent to transparent areas offer fascinating insights into the crystal's interior. Fine natural tensions, mirrored facets, and vivid light reflections create an impressive sense of depth. In particular, the strong color concentration in the upper crystal region provides a strong visual presence and makes this piece an extraordinary collector's item.
The natural crystal form, with its clearly defined edges and growth lines, underscores the mineral's original character. At the same time, the partly golden and lighter areas in the lower section give the Tanzanite additional contrasts and a particularly lively radiance. Such aesthetically preserved rough crystals with clearly recognizable structure and intense color are noticeably rarer to find and hold high appeal for mineral collectors and lovers of extraordinary gemstones.
Tanzanite is regarded as a stone of transformation, intuition, and mental clarity. It is traditionally believed to promote inspiration, inner calm, and creative processes while possessing an elegant, almost mystical aura.
Weight: 161.20 ct
Size: 49.3x30.4x19.7 mm
Gem Type: 100% Natural Tanzanite
Shape: Irregular
Color: As Picture
Clarity: As Picture
Origin: Tanzania, Merelani
Treatment: None at all
Hardness: 6.5-7.0
Refractive Index: 1.69-1.70
Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; that is why these shipping costs arise.
Buyer covers all potential import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs; pickup costs can be saved..
In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones we have placed a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and phone may display colors with different qualities.
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Details
Main mineral
Natural Tanzanite on matrix with pyrite -
Mineral form
Intense blue-violet coloration - top quality - 161.20 ct
Weight
32.24 g
Origin (region/city)
Merelani
Country of origin
Tanzania
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