Large Crystal Specimen of Rough Tanzanite 91 Ct

  Fahrenheit Gems

Tanzanite 91 carats. 
will heat treat to a medium blue/purple color.  

 Tanzanite is the blue/purple variety of the mineral zoisite discovered in the Meralani (Merelani) Hills (Merelani) of northern Tanzania in 1967, near the city of Arusha. It is a popular and valuable gemstone when cut, although its durability is somewhat lacking; its tendency to break sometimes precludes appropriate use as a ring stone. Tanzanite is noted for its remarkably strong trichroism, appearing alternately sapphire blue, violet, and sage-green depending on crystal orientation. However most tanzanite is subjected to artificial heat treatment to improve its colour, and this significantly subdues its trichr

91 ct Stunning Stone!!