Tanzanites are one of the rarest gemstones in the world. Found only in the northern part of Tanzania, this gem has a reputation for a rich blue/purple color and exceptional brilliance. Due to its rarity, exceptional Tanzanites are quite notable and always create news headlines, particularly in the gemstone industry. Since there are no other deposits in sight anywhere in the world, the general belief is that the production of tanzanite will cease to exist once the mines in Tanzania dry out. Many famous Tanzanite now securely remain in private or museum collections to preserve their beauty for generations to come.
The Mawenzi Tanzanite
The Mawenzi Tanzanite is the world’s largest rough tanzanite, weighing in at approximately 6 pounds. Mined in 2005, this tanzanite measures 218.44 x 80.01 x 71.12 mm.
It received its name after Mount Kilimanjaro’s second-highest peak. No value has been placed on the stone until it is cut and polished. But the owner and mining company Tanzanite One expects several fine tanzanites to emerge from the rough. The Mawenzi Tanzanite would remain in Tanzania to be cut and polished. Afterwards, the finest stones from that rough will be put on display at the Tanzania National Museum.
Queen of Kilimanjaro Tiara
The gemstone collection belonging to former Apple President Michael Scott is considered to be one of the most impressive and significant private collections in the world. One of Scott’s prized possessions is the stunning Queen of Kilimanjaro Tiara.
This tiara contains over 803 tsavorite garnets and 913 diamonds, and it features a king cobra-inspired design. At the center of it all is one of the world’s largest faceted tanzanites, weighing 242 carats. Fortunately for many gemstone lovers, Scott’s collection is often loaned out on display to museums. Most recently the Queen of Kilimanjaro was among the many of Scott’s collection to be on display in its very own exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum.
Chopard’s Belle Necklace
In 2012 famed Swiss jewelry house Chopard collaborated with Harrod’s and Disney to design a jewelry collection inspired by various Disney movies and princesses. For Beauty and the Beast, designers drew inspiration from Belle’s famous yellow layered ball gown.
Set in exquisite white gold, this necklace also contains blue sapphires, amethysts, diamonds and pink sapphires. However, the heart of the necklace is a flawless 69-carat tanzanite famous for its size & quality. This one-of-a-kind piece had an estimated value of nearly $1 million then!
Hey! What are you waiting for? Take pride in being the person who has this exceptional and precious gem in your collection. Quickly add this rare stone to your jewel box before the world uses up the amazing creation of mother earth. We, at GemsNY, have a limited collection of tanzanite that will surely make you look as precious as this gem is.
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