2.78 Ct. Tanzanite from Tanzania

This exquisite 2.78 carat pear shaped violet tanzanite presents an elegant balance of size and proportion, with measurements of 9.21 by 9.17 by 5.49 millimeters and a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation while maintaining the graceful silhouette of the pear outline. The stone is transparent with a medium intense violet hue that reads as a saturated, yet wearable color under most lighting conditions, and it has been given an excellent polish that enhances facet definition and surface luster. Clarity is evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distance, which means no inclusions are visible to the naked eye, a characteristic that materially increases its appeal to both jewelry designers and discerning collectors. This tanzanite has been heat treated, which is a standard and stable enhancement for vanadium bearing zoisite to produce the classic violet to blue tones associated with fine tanzanite, and its origin in Tanzania places it within the narrow geographic range that produces the gem, a factor that contributes to its market desirability and traceable provenance. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this piece with transparent details so that experienced buyers can assess its quality with confidence.

In tanzanite, internal features are not defects alone, they are unique identifiers that document a gem s natural history, and they can add character and verifiable individuality to each specimen. Although this example is eye clean, microscopic examination frequently reveals features such as fine needle like inclusions, minute crystal pockets, subtle growth zoning, and occasional two phase inclusions, each of which can serve as a fingerprint when comparing stones or confirming natural origin. These internal characteristics are useful for identification and for matching stones in paired or suite settings, since inclusion patterns and growth zoning can be consistent with specific rough sections. The presence of natural internal features is also important from a gemological standpoint, because they distinguish natural tanzanite from laboratory grown or assembled material. Because this tanzanite is heat treated, it is worth noting that heat enhancement typically alters color by modifying or erasing certain color centers without creating signs of synthetic growth, so microscopic inclusions and natural zoning that remain are valuable markers of natural origin. For the educated buyer, knowing that a gem is eye clean but retains natural internal characteristics under magnification provides both aesthetic assurance and documentary evidence of natural formation.

From a practical and investment perspective this 2.78 carat pear offers several advantages that make it attractive to designers, collectors, and informed purchasers. The mixed brilliant cut is optimized to yield lively return of light in a variety of settings, while the pear shape offers versatility for pendants, rings, and bespoke pieces where the stone s silhouette can be used to elongate the finger or center a design. The excellent polish reduces surface haze and maximizes brilliance, and the medium intense violet color sits in a range that is desirable for both classic and contemporary jewelry, offering a balance between vividness and wearability. Care for tanzanite is straightforward, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals, and protecting the stone from strong knocks to preserve the sharpness of its facets and the integrity of its girdle. Given the limited geographic supply of tanzanite and the consistent market preference for stones with good color and eye clean clarity, a transparent, well cut 2.78 carat example such as this represents a compelling acquisition for someone who values both beauty and verifiable gemological attributes. If you would like additional magnified images, an independent report, or advice on settings that best showcase the stone s pear form and color, The Natural Gemstone Company is ready to assist with detailed guidance and service.