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2.18 Ct. Tanzanite from Tanzania
Item ID: | K7300 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 8.02 Width: 7.93 Height: 5.24 |
Weight: | 2.18 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $320 |
In the heart of Tanzania, beneath the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, the journey of a remarkable gemstone begins. This vibrant blue tanzanite, destined to become a treasured piece, rests undisturbed amidst ancient volcanic ash. The land, rich in history and culture, offers its gift to the brave miners who carefully extract the rough stone. Each piece, including this 2.18 carat round shape gem, is a testament to the earth’s hidden beauty.
From the mine, the rough tanzanite travels to skilled artisans who meticulously study its form. With a practiced eye and patient hands, they transform the rough into a breathtaking, transparent stone of 8.02 x 7.93 x 5.24 mm. The mixed brilliant cut reveals its inner brilliance, capturing light in a dance of radiance that mesmerizes any who gaze upon it.
Clarity is evaluated at eye level, revealing very slight inclusions that give the tanzanite a unique character. The intense color, a deep azure, is enhanced to perfection. This stone, already extraordinary, receives an excellent polish, further preparing it for its journey.
Beyond its physical transformation, the tanzanite carries with it the legacy of Tanzanian culture. Known for its rarity and allure, it symbolizes elegance and sophistication. Its color, reminiscent of twilight, draws parallels to the serene African skies.
Finally, the crafted gemstone begins its last passage to the market. Each mile traveled adds to its story, infusing it with the dreams and hopes of those who shaped its path. As it reaches the hands of a new owner, this tanzanite, with its perfect mix of nature’s artistry and human craft, holds within its heart a journey of wonder and discovery. An embodiment of earth’s marvels, this gemstone connects its wearer to a world rich in history, culture, and extraordinary beauty.