No reserve price - 1 pcs Blue, Violet Tanzanite - 3.26 ct - International Gemological Institute (IGI)

Tanzanite is a strikingly beautiful blue to violet variety of the mineral zoisite, discovered only in Tanzania near Mount Kilimanjaro, making it a gem of limited geographic origin. Its intense blue-violet shades are highly sought after in fine jewelry. This 3.26-carat tanzanite, graded by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), exemplifies the gem’s vibrant color range which can show hues shifting between blue and purple depending on light and view angle. Tanzanite's relative rarity, limited supply, and unique coloration contribute to its popularity. It displays pleochroism, meaning it can show different colors when viewed from different directions, adding to its allure. Tanzanite typically ranks about 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, so it requires proper care in wear. Its modern discovery and exotic roots make it a contemporary classic in gemstone collections and jewelry design.