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Tanzanite
- Merelani Hills, Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, Tanzania
- Thumbnail, 1.7 x 1.1 x 0.8 cm
- Start Time: 09/13/2018 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 09/20/2018 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Tanzanite is one of the most popluar gems in the world, and fine crystals are fast becoming some of the most desireable gem crystals in the world. This piece is a beautiful, sharp, lustrous, very gemmy, fine quality Tanzanite crystal from this world famous locality. The crystal is notably tapered on the termination and exhibits classic pleochroism with a fine blue hue when viewed from the front / "a" axis, and then purple can be seen when looking across the "b" axis. Excellent condition, with only the slightest of imperfections that I can see with the naked eye. Valued at $350.
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