Wendel-Minerals | Item: 138 - Tanzanite-Merelani Hills | Lelatema Mts. | Arusha Region

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Tanzanite

Merelani Hills | Lelatema Mts. | Arusha Region | Tanzania

Price

^35000.00€
~ 35000.00 €

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Article ID

138

Size

4.8 x 3.7 x 2.4 cm

Size Description

Miniature

Status

AVAILABLE

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Description

This is a superbly defined and multifaceted crystal of Tanzanite from the Merelani Hills at Arusha in Tanzania. We see a stunningly intense, deep blue crystal that is natural and unheated. The piece shows vivid blue colour with hints of red and purple along its three axes. The blue is particularly intense, especially when you consider how gemmy it is. A fancy termination and excellent glassy luster together, make this a superb miniature. The crystal weighs 73 grams and contains a large amount of cutting rough in gem-clean regions. The surface of the crystal itself is highly perfect with a beautiful striation. I am a big believer in hoarding fine tanzanites, as the source just cannot last forever, and worldwide demand for the gemstone drives the miners to cut good crystals for the easy and quick monetary yield, as opposed to save them. This particular and highly desirable crystal comes with a high quality customer base.