I owe gemsearch an apology. I took the stones to a third jellewer, one I have dealt with on several occasions. She reported that while the stones are heavily included, they value way exceeded what I paid for them. they will however have to be set in 18ct gold as 9ct might fracture them. Apologies to gemsearch, but I can only go on what experts tell me. And although opinons vary as to value, all agree that the stones are not SI but I.
Thank you for investigating your purchase and thank you for your apology, it takes a real man to do that. I look forward to more dealings from you in the near future. Responded 30 Jan 2007
Absolute stunning stones!! Only one had a small inclusion but ridiculously good value for money. I mean where else could you pick up over a carat of tanzinites for less than R150