"The Tanzanite ring was absolutely beautiful. The picture on your
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Aimee W - Florida
"The ring arrived today and my mother-in-law is thrilled with it!
Thanks for everything, especially your quality work!"
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Can I buy my Tanzanite offline?
We understand that trust is a big issue in business, especially over the Internet. This is why you can call to order from us. You can speak with a live person from our store. We can answer any questions you might have about our tanzanite jewelry and well as our tanzanite gem cutting. This includes requesting more pictures or different views. Just call to order or email us at sales@tanzanitejewelrydesigns.com. You can also pay via paypal if you are a verified member. To order through paypal, send payment to stmor@ureach.com.
Is the Tanzanite on your site natural?
Yes, tanzanite is a natural stone, but almost 99% of all tanzanite is heat treated. It is a good bet that you have never seen an unheated tanzanite. We do have a few tanzanite gemstones that are of natural and unheated color within this site.
Why should I purchase Tanzanite from you?
Jewelry and gemstones are our area of expertise. Most jewelers start with a mass produced piece of jewelry and find a gemstone to fit it which limits the gemstones to only those which exactly fit the jewelry so the quality of that gemstone is often sacrificed. We start with a high quality gemstone cut in our shop to the exact jewelry piece and build a mounting to fit the gemstone which becomes the central focus of the jewelry.
When shopping for gemstone jewelry, where else will you find a jeweler who designs, manufactures, and travels the world for rough gemstones and cuts gemstones for their jewelry to exacting proportions.
Can Tanzanite be safely worn in rings
Tanzanite can be worn in rings as generally it is no problem. Although, like many stones, it can be damaged. We have many customers that wear tanzanite daily with no problems.
What are some of the properties of Tanzanite?
Tanzanite Properties:
Ca2AI3(SiO4)3(OH)
Tanzanite Ref. Index - 1.691 - 1.700
Tanzanite Spec. Gravity - 3.35
Tanzanite Hardness - 6.5 - 7.0
Tanzanite Species - Zoisite
Tanzanite Optic Character - DR
Tanzanite Phenomena - Chatoyancy
Tanzanite Color - Sapphire blue to amethyst violet and green
Primary Source - Tanzania
Where is Tanzania?
Tanzania is the primary source of Tanzanite as tanzanite is not found anywhere else on earth. Tanzania is found on the east coast of Africa bordering Kenya.
Is Tanzanite an anniversary stone?
Yes, Tanzanite is used as the stone for the 24th anniversary.
Is Tanzanite a birthstone?
Recently, AGTA, has added it to be a birthstone for December. The main birthstone for December is still Blue Zircon.
Is Tanzanite running out?
Although it is a rare gem, the future of Tanzanite is unknown. Projections of supplies are from 1 year to 25 years. As with all mining, you have no idea how far the vein of the gemstone will go. Production has been very sporadic for the 40 years it has been in existent. Prices fluctuate with supply.
Does Tanzanite have any special meanings?
Tanzanite has been recognized as helping one deal with change. Tanzanite is also known to uplift the spirit and open the heart. The blue and purple hues of tanzanite are associated with generosity and friendship.
Does Tanzanite have any reactions?
Tanzanite has been recognized as helping one deal with change. Tanzanite is also known to uplift Ultrasonic: Never use on Tanzanite
Steamer: Never use on Tanzanite
Heat: Very poor; Fuses easily; sudden temperature changes may cause cracking
Chemicals: Hydrochloric/hydrofluoric acid
What colors are more desired in Tanzanite?
The deeper shades of Tanzanite are more desired. The shades of deep purple to violet to deep blue are most desired. The lighter colors are less expensive and less desired.
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