Natural Tanzanite Flower Ring 14k Gold
Crafted of 14k yellow gold, this gemstone ring features a floral design with lovely tanzanite and a bright white diamond. The oval cut tanzanite weigh .29 carat each and create the petals of the flower. The center of the flower is set with a round brilliant cut diamond measuring .09 carat. The name “tanzanite” was given because the world’s only known tanzanite deposit of commercial importance is in northern Tanzania. The name reflects the gem’s limited geographic origin. The mines are all located in an area of about eight square miles in the Merelani Hills, near the base of Mount Kilimanjaro and the city of Arusha.
The discovery of transparent crystals of blue zoisite in the 1960s stimulated interest in the gem. Soon after that discovery, laboratory experiments determined that heating could improve the color of some naturally blue stones. Tanzanite gems with a strong-to-vivid blue, purplish blue and violetish blue color are the most valuable. Tanzanite is commonly believed to facilitate a higher consciousness and stimulate intuition and perception. Some believe that it aids in detoxifying the body and improving vitality. Circa 1980’s. Pictured as received from a local estate. Excellent estate condition with minimal wear indicative of age.
MEASUREMENT: Shank 2.1mm, Top/Design 9/16″
WEIGHT: 5.4 Grams
GEM: Oval Cut Tanzanite (8) 5mm X 4mm = 2.314 ctw, Diamond (1) 2.8mm = .09 ct Si2 Clarity, G-H Color
SIZE: 7 Ring can be sized for an additional fee. Please inquire if needed.
COMPOSITION: 14k Yellow Gold
CONDITION: Estate Item, Excellent (minimal wear)
