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Tanzanite Crystal (blue gem variety of the mineral Zoisite) from Karo Mine, Merelani Hills, western slope of Lelatama Mountains, Arusha Region, Tanzania (Type Locality for Tanzanite)

DESCRIPTION:	No. 72604
Mineral:	Tanzanite Crystal (blue gem variety of the mineral Zoisite)
Locality:	Karo Mine, Merelani Hills, western slope of Lelatama Mountains, Arusha Region, Tanzania (Type Locality for Tanzanite)
Description:	Superb gem-grade transparent tanzanite crystal, the trichroic blue-violet gem variety of the mineral species zoisite, with lustrous crystal faces. The tanzanite crystal is clean with no dark inclusions. Shows good color change: front=blue, side=violet. Weight: 47.4 carats
Overall Size:	25x14x12 mm
Crystals:	25 mm
Archived:	For reference only

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