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Tanzanite

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Merelani Hills (Mererani), Umba Valley, Lelatema Mts, Arusha Region, Tanzania
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A variety of Zoisite

A gem variety of Zoisite with a blue to blue-violet colour.
Note that nearly all tanzanites on the market have been heat-treated to produce this colour.

First reported from the Merelani Hills (Mererani), Umba Valley, Lelatema Mts, Arusha Region, Tanzania.

Classification of Tanzanite

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Other Names for Tanzanite

Synonyms:
Tanjeloffite
German names:
TanjeloffitTansanitTanzanit
Spanish names:
TanjeloffitaTanzanita
Traditional Chinese names:
丹泉石

Other Information

Health Warning:No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

References for Tanzanite

Reference List:Hurlbut, C.S., Jr. (1969): Gem Zoisite from Tanzania. American Mineralogist 54, 702ff.

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    Localities for Tanzanite

    (TL) indicates type locality. ? indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality. All other localities listed without reference should be considered as uncertain and unproven until references can be found.
    Kenya
     
    • Coast Province
      • Taita Taveta District
    Tanzania
     
    No reference listed
      • Lelatema Mts
        • Umba Valley
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