How to Purchase an Heirloom qualitty Tanzanite!
TANZANITE The veil of time shrouds most gemstones ancestries .
That tanzanite's lineage is documented only the exotic
attraction of this breathtaking violetish blue gemstone. No hazy
dreams of Cleopatra bedecked in breathtaking emeralds ,
tanzanite flew the direct route from the parched plains of
Africa to the bluster of fifth avenue. Tanzanite shares it's
birthplace with the first stirrings of humanity :The East
African nation of Tanzania's soil is a fertile source of gem
riches. Tanzanite's , depending upon how they are oriented
during cutting , can be pure blue or include the secondary and
tertiary colors of the purple and red. Some people prefer the
pure blue tanzanite's which most nearly resemble sapphire.
Others are called by the violetish blue colors of tanzanite ,
feeling they heighten the stone's exotic allure Which color is
best for you is a matter of personal preference. In pricing , a
rich , highly , saturated color free from gray should be the
primary consideration. The blue and violetish blue colors
command similar prices. Some tanzanite's exhibit a shift of
color components can appear highlighted under incandescent light
, which is rich in red light wavelengths.This is the most
desired color "Heirloom Quality."
Tanzanite is a very special and unique gemstone. World-wide it
occurs only in one specific location. Its blue color which
shimmers in a slightly purplish hue is magnificent indeed.
Because of its unusually attractive flair and color, it was easy
for New York Jeweler Tiffany's to make it one of the most
sought-after and popular gemstones in the world. Its name
reminds of the world-wide unique occurrence in the east-African
state of Tanzania. Africa - the name of this continent does not
immediately remind us of gemstones. Nevertheless, Africa is a
continent from where many splendid and beautiful stones find
their way to the world markets. An example for this is
Tanzanite, which was enthusiastically celebrated after its
discovery in 1967 as "Gemstone of the 20th Century" The gemstone
experts literally held their breaths when they were shown the
first deep blue crystals mined in the Merelani Hills near Arusha
in the north of Tanzania. Millions of years ago, metamorphous
slates, gneiss stone and quartzite's shaped impressive flat
insular mountains on the wide planes near Mount Kilimanjaro. In
the core of these unusual rises there are stored the valuable
crystals. For a long time they remained hidden for the eyes of
men, until one day some Massai-herdsmen passing by noticed
crystals sparkling in the sun and picked them up. Actually only
a blue Zoisite ...
Tanzanite is in fact the blue variety of Zoisite gemstone.
However, the hydrated calcium aluminum silicate mineral achieves
only hardness 6.5 to 7 on the Moth's scale, and is thus not very
resistant. Therefore it should be worn with care, never be
cleaned by ultrasonic method and never come into contact with
acids. When New York Jeweler Louis Comfort Tiffany was presented
with the first Tanzanite's right after they had been discovered,
he was immediately convinced: this gemstone is a sensation!
However, he recommended finding a new name for the blue beauty,
since the gemmologically correct denomination "blue Zoisite"
reminded unfortunately of the word "suicide". So Tiffany
suggested the name Tanzanite instead, derived from the place of
occurrence, and the new name quickly became established on the
market. And it was in fact the firm of Tiffany's who introduced
the stone to the public in a spectacular promotional campaign
two years after it had been discovered.
... but what a spectacular display of color!
Working with Tanzanite's is a task which will cause even
experienced cutters to tread carefully, as the cleavage of the
gemstone is very high in one direction. The exclusive stone is
cut in any imaginable shapes and forms, from classical round
cuts to imaginative designer cuts.
Tanzanite is always fascinating because of its unusual appeal
that will hold everybody in its thrall. The deep blue with the
slight purple shade is one of the most extravagant colors
available. It symbolizes immaculate but unusual elegance.
Whoever purchases such a unique gemstone wants to be set apart
from the masses. Wearing it communicates self-confidence and
individuality. The almost magical colour of a perfectly cut
Tanzanite is not only attractive on young women, it also
emphasizes the individuality of a mature woman.
For Tanzanite's in especially good qualities and larger sizes
almost any price will be paid. What is it that makes this stone
so coveted? Is it only the spectacular color? Well, it seems we
must also take the exclusive origin into account here. As the
stone is found on one special location only in all the world, it
is especially valuable. After all, the desire to own something
unique and rare has always been a decisive criterion for
assessing the value of special gemstones.
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