Heated Blue-Violet Tanzanite Crystal — Merelani, Tanzania, 19.75 g

A vivid blue-violet Tanzanite crystal from Merelani, Tanzania, showing rich color, translucent areas under backlighting, and prominent natural growth striations. Its elongated crystal form and angled termination make it an attractive collector specimen.

Condition: Minimal damage on the termination, shown in the close-up photograph.

• Mineral: Tanzanite (Zoisite)
• Weight: 19.75 g
• Dimensions: 14 × 17.5 × 37.5 mm
• Locality: Merelani, Tanzania
• Treatment: Heated
• Condition: Minimal termination damage

Photographed individually for SnowsStones. All measurements are approximate. Color appearance may vary with lighting and viewing conditions.