Excellent transparent blue Tanzanite, 11.80 carats. from Collection - Height: 18 mm - Width: 11 mm- 2.36 g

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Tanzanite meteorite from Merelani, Tanzania; collection-grade specimen, 11.80 carats (2.36 g), 11 × 18 × 6 mm, transparent blue.

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Superb collection-grade raw Tanzanite weighing 11.80 carats, with an intense blue coloration and the transparency typical of the most sought-after crystals.
Description
Natural stone: zoisite.
Variety: tanzanite
Geographical origin: Merelani, Tanzania.
Color: blue;
Shape: raw;
Mohs scale hardness: 6.5-7.00.
Photography Settings
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Superb collection-grade raw Tanzanite weighing 11.80 carats, with an intense blue coloration and the transparency typical of the most sought-after crystals.
Description
Natural stone: zoisite.
Variety: tanzanite
Geographical origin: Merelani, Tanzania.
Color: blue;
Shape: raw;
Mohs scale hardness: 6.5-7.00.
Photography Settings
All items are photographed individually with a high-resolution camera in macro zoom mode indoors, using LED lighting at 5000 Kelvin, the color temperature closest to sunlight. The photos are not altered in any way, except for cropping.
Assistance
You can contact us at any time through Catawiki messaging for any further information about the item of your interest, and we will try to respond as soon as possible.
Shipping
Worldwide shipping with Registered Mail and tracking number. We offer combined shipping to ensure maximum savings on postal costs.
Restitution
We always strive to do our best, but if something is not to your liking, in accordance with regulatory provisions and our own conviction, we guarantee a refund to any customer who is not satisfied with their purchase, regardless of the reason.
Thank you for your attention and Happy bidding!

Details

Main Mineral
Excellent transparent blue Tanzanite, 11.80 carats.
Mineral Form
from Collection
Weight
2.36 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Merelani
Country of Origin
Tanzania
Height
18 mm
Width
11 mm
Depth
6 mm
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