2.55 Ct. Tanzanite from Tanzania

This piece from The Natural Gemstone Company presents a beautiful transparent 2.55 carat emerald cut violetish blue tanzanite, a stone that immediately sets itself apart through size, proportion, and finish. The gem measures 8.75 by 6.82 by 5.08 millimeters, with an emerald cut that emphasizes linear facets and broad, open planes, allowing the intense violetish blue hue to read clearly from the crown to the pavilion. At eye level the clarity is eye clean, which is uncommon for stones of this size and cut, and the polish has been executed to an excellent standard so that light returns with lively scintillation and clean facet contrast. This tanzanite is heat treated, which is the industry standard to stabilize and enhance the desirable blue violet tones, and it originates from Tanzania, the single most renowned source for quality tanzanite. When you compare this stone to other tanzanites on the market, you are looking at a combination of intense color, transparency, and cut precision that many pieces lack, particularly those that are heavily included, poorly cut, or darker and less lively.

Against alternatives such as smaller, less transparent tanzanites, or stones with weaker color saturation, this gem offers far better presence and versatility. Compared with popular blue gems like sapphires, this tanzanite provides a softer, more velvety blue violet that reads as modern and expressive rather than traditional, while remaining highly wearable. Versus synthetic or low grade material, this natural Tanzanian stone carries character and rarity that synthetic options cannot replicate, and it avoids the cloudy appearance or diffusion treatments seen in lesser market pieces. In terms of value, a 2.55 carat, eye clean, emerald cut tanzanite with excellent polish is a step above the many commercial parcels that reach the market with visible inclusions or poor cuts. The emerald cut further increases the gem’s perceived size and elegance, making it a superior choice for a center stone when compared to round or step cuts of similar weight that may not showcase the color as purely. For collectors and custom jewelry clients who want a statement gem that balances everyday wearability and distinct character, this tanzanite represents a rare combination of clarity, color intensity, and cut quality.

For custom design, this tanzanite is exceptionally forgiving and complementary in combination with other gemstones. Pairing it with Semi Black Opal side stones creates a dramatic and sophisticated contrast, the dark body tone and opal play of color singing with the violetish blue, allowing flashes of green and red to accentuate the tanzanite’s violet facets. Set in a three stone ring with tapered trapezoid Semi Black Opals, the center emerald cut will read longer and leaner, while the opals will introduce an iridescent complexity that is rare and luxurious. For a more classic look, a fine halo of high quality white diamonds or white sapphires will heighten the perceived brilliance and add a crisp frame that makes the blue violet pop, ideal in platinum or white gold. If you prefer warmth, a bezel or rails in rose gold will create a flattering contrast, and small pink sapphires or champagne diamonds as accent stones will harmonize beautifully with the tanzanite’s violet undertones. In a pendant design the dimensions of 8.75 by 6.82 by 5.08 millimeters make a perfect focal point that balances presence and comfort, while in stud or drop earrings matched pairs could be mirrored with small Semi Black Opal accents or diamond halos for evening wear. At The Natural Gemstone Company we can propose settings that respect the gem’s step cut geometry, protect the table from knocks, and position complementary stones to maximize color interaction, ensuring the final piece is distinct, elegant, and unmistakably superior to common market alternatives.