Tanzanite

Basic Information

This vivid blue exotic gem was found in the soils of Eastern Africa in 1967. The durability and beauty of this gem rivals any other and is available today in a variety of different tones. The rarest of this species comes in the form of a pure blue and is known to have magical powers that connect beings to the spirit world.

Your consciousness is increased to the point where you understand yourself and peace is brought to your heart. Tanzanite is the birthstone for December and was discovered in the hills of the Manyara region in northern Tanzania.

Locations Found

Tanzanite is a very rare gem and still is only available from the hills of northern Tanzania.

Specifications
Colour: Blue, Purple
Hardness: 6 to 7
Refractive Index: 1.69 to 1.70
Specific Gravity: 3.2 to 3.4