8.83 Ct. Violet Tanzanite from Tanzania

This offering from The Natural Gemstone Company is an exceptional transparent violet tanzanite, weighing 8.83 carats, presented in a cushion shape with a mixed brilliant cut. The gem measures 12.04 x 11.94 x 8.48 mm, and it displays vivid color intensity paired with excellent polish. Clarity is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which preserves a high degree of visual purity while confirming natural internal characteristics that are typical for gemstones of this type and size. The piece is heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement used to develop the characteristic violet hue, and its origin is Tanzania, the sole commercial source for gem quality tanzanite. The combination of weight, dimensions, and cut produces a substantial face up presence, with well controlled proportions that optimize light return and color saturation.

The rarity of this tanzanite can be appreciated in two principal aspects, size and color. In the current market, tanzanites exhibiting a vivid violet hue are significantly less common than those leaning toward blue or lighter tones, and obtaining that intensity at a near nine carat weight is uncommon. Larger tanzanites frequently show a reduction in saturation as carat weight increases, or they present stronger pleochroism that shifts toward blue or brown in certain orientations. This stone retains a consistently vivid violet across its crown and pavilion facets, an attribute that distinguishes it from many comparable stones where vivid color is limited to smaller face up areas. The cushion form combined with a mixed brilliant facet arrangement further concentrates the color while delivering lively scintillation, setting it apart from ordinary larger stones that can appear washed out when cut for maximum weight retention.

From a practical and design perspective, this tanzanite is well suited to high quality rings, pendants, or bespoke pieces where the gemstone will be the primary visual focus. The substantial dimensions and cushion outline provide flexibility for a variety of mounting styles while the mixed brilliant cut balances brilliance and color depth for sustained visual impact. Given the clarity grade of very slightly included, careful setting will preserve the gem while allowing its transparency and internal features to be viewed and appreciated without distraction. As with all tanzanites, considerations for wear include moderate hardness relative to traditional jewelry gems, and prudent handling and routine inspection of the mounting will prolong the appearance and integrity of the piece. The Natural Gemstone Company supplies this gemstone with full disclosure of treatment and origin, and we can provide additional information regarding provenance and recommended setting options upon request. This stone represents a rare combination of substantial carat weight and true violet saturation, a characteristic that will be immediately evident to gem specialists and discerning collectors.