Natural Tanzanite on matrix with pyrite - Intense blue-violet coloration - top quality - 161.20 ct- 32.24 g
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Natural Tanzanite in matrix with pyrite from Merelani, Tanzania, weighing 161.20 ct (32.24 g) with an intensive blue‑violet colour and irregular shape.
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This impressive natural Tanzanite rough crystal captivates with its intense blue-violet coloration and exceptionally clear crystal structure. The distinctive prismatic growth faces are well preserved and give the piece a particularly aesthetic and high-quality appearance. Depending on the angle of light, the crystal ranges from deep indigo to royal blue, violet, and delicate lavender hues—a typical and coveted feature of high-quality Tanzanites.
The translucent to transparent areas allow fascinating glimpses into the interior of the crystal. Fine natural tensions, reflective surfaces, and vivid light reflections create an impressive sense of depth. In particular, the intense color concentration in the upper crystal region provides strong visual presence and makes this piece an exceptional 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 notably rarer to find and hold high appeal for mineral collectors and lovers of extraordinary gemstones.
Tanzanite is considered a stone of transformation, intuition, and mental clarity. Traditionally it is said to inspire inner calm and creative processes while possessing an elegant, almost mystical aura.
Weight: 161.20 ct
Size: 49.3 x 30.4 x 19.7 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 exceptionally clear crystal structure. The distinctive prismatic growth faces are well preserved and give the piece a particularly aesthetic and high-quality appearance. Depending on the angle of light, the crystal ranges from deep indigo to royal blue, violet, and delicate lavender hues—a typical and coveted feature of high-quality Tanzanites.
The translucent to transparent areas allow fascinating glimpses into the interior of the crystal. Fine natural tensions, reflective surfaces, and vivid light reflections create an impressive sense of depth. In particular, the intense color concentration in the upper crystal region provides strong visual presence and makes this piece an exceptional 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 notably rarer to find and hold high appeal for mineral collectors and lovers of extraordinary gemstones.
Tanzanite is considered a stone of transformation, intuition, and mental clarity. Traditionally it is said to inspire inner calm and creative processes while possessing an elegant, almost mystical aura.
Weight: 161.20 ct
Size: 49.3 x 30.4 x 19.7 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, packing, and shipping; this is what incurs these shipping costs.
Buyer pays all potential import and export duties, customs fees, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs saved..
In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device may display different color 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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