Gemmy Tanzanite (33.64 carats)

Item Description

A colorful, gemmy and shapely tanzanite crystal from recent finds. The untreated crystal exhibits classic pleochrosim. The frontal views of this sharp chisel-shaped crystal are a pleasing blue and the end-on views are violet-purple. No red is visible down the C-axis, as the base of the crystal is translucent. The upper two-thirds of crystal is water-clear. The internal crazing adds character and gives the piece a striking visual aspect. Complete all-around and nearly pristine, with only trivial termination edge wear. The termination notch is natural. A classic and excellent Merelani tanzanite. 33.64 carats or 6.7 grams. The price on the dealer label is 12,000 South African Rand or $1487 USD or 1100 Euros, at current exchange rates.