{"product_id":"rare-tanzanite-rough-specimen-from-voi-kenya-1-87-carats","title":"Rare Tanzanite Rough Specimen from Voi, Kenya – 1.87 Carats","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\n            product-block--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\n            product-block--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\n            product-block--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block\n            product-block--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eI acquired this interesting and uncommon tanzanite rough specimen from a trusted source who said it originates from the rarely referenced Voi region of Kenya. This piece exhibits a rich blend of blue to teal hues, along with noticeable color zoning and directional structure that gives it a slightly different look compared to traditional Merelani (Tanzania) material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eThe crystal displays linear banding typical of zoisite, along with visible inclusions and growth characteristics that emphasize its natural formation. Its slightly deeper and more varied blue-green coloration, combined with its unique internal structure, make it a particularly compelling example for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"999\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMaterial attributed to Kenya is seldom encountered in the market, and while occurrences outside of Tanzania are occasionally noted within the trade, they remain extremely scarce. This specimen presents a unique opportunity for collectors seeking unusual locality material and less typical expressions of tanzanite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Voi, Kenya (reported)\u003cbr data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.87 carats\u003cbr data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm x 6mm x 3mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orthorhombic\u003cbr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1174\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sorosilicate (Zoisite Group)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tanzanite Jewelry Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43173027151935,"sku":"6cry 2879","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/3682\/9247\/files\/tanzanite-crystal-voi-kenya-1-87ct.jpg?v=1777319697","url":"https:\/\/www.tanzanitejewelrydesigns.com\/products\/rare-tanzanite-rough-specimen-from-voi-kenya-1-87-carats","provider":"Tanzanite Jewelry Designs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}