Tanzanite

Tanzanite 
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The mineral zoisite was discovered around 1805 in the Austrian area by a Baron for whom it was named. It was usually brown in color, often nearly opaque.
The discovery by accident of the tanzanite version, in the late 1960’s was a great surprise in Tanzania Africa, where it was first thought to be sapphire crystals.
The name Tanzanite was coined by Tiffany who had first and exclusive rights to the pretty blue violet mineral for many years. 
Wearing a well-cut Tanzanite communicates self-confidence, individuality, and maturity. 
Its brilliant color and its exclusive origin in Tanzania combine to make Tanzanite a unique and highly sought after gemstone.