Earrings, Tanzanite in Sterling Silver

Item Description

When it comes to colored stones, Tanzanite is undoubtedly the most popular gems in the United States. The demands for Tanzanite is as high as ever for buyers, and these stones remain the #1 investment gem according to several sources we've spoken to in the gem world. The amazing rich blue and purple color combined with the fact that it is only found in one locality in the world, makes it one of the ultimate combinations of rarity and beauty. The Tanzanite mines at Merelani were first discovered in 1968 and the mining is done on a large commercial scale where almost every good piece of Tanzanite can be recovered quickly, faceted at or near the mine site, and shipped throughout the world in finished condition. This kind of control has allowed those who own the mine and the mining operation to keep a tight strangle hold on the global price of Tanzanite. It is believed that the supply of Tanzanite at Merelani will last no longer than 10 more years, at which point the mining will cease, and no more Tanzanite may ever be mined again. Once the supply is mined out, you can expect that the price of Tanzanite will sky-rocket. Here we have a beautiful set of earrrings featuring fine quality, virtually eye clean, "Oval" cut Tanzanite stones with a beautiful lilac-blue color set in sterling silver. A great affordable gift idea, especially if you know someone with a December birthday, as Tanzanite is one of the birthstones for that month.