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Description
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Shippinig and Return
Showcasing an incredible 8.30 Carat unheated crystal, this Natural Bi-Color Tanzanite combines deep ocean blue with warm, golden champagne undertones in a breathtaking display of natural pleochroism. Precision-cut into a crisp, architectural 11.4 x 11.4 mm Asscher shape with a deep 8 mm pavilion, this showpiece gemstone offers bench goldsmiths and custom studio jewelers a standard 11.5mm square footprint that drops smoothly into pre-made or custom high-jewelry mountings.
Mined in the Merelani Hills of Tanzania, this gem is 100% natural and unheated—a rare state that preserves the raw, untouched golden-bronze and blue dichroism that heat treatment destroys. Featuring flawless eye-clean clarity and exceptional step-cut facet symmetry, light bounces through its deep pavilion to create a mesmerizing hall-of-mirrors effect. It is a prized focal point for bespoke engagement rings, luxury statement pendants, or high-end December birthstone creations.
Gemstone Specifications & Attributes:
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Gemstone: Natural Tanzanite (Zoisite)
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Form: Loose Ring / Jewelry Gemstone
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Shape: Asscher Cut (Square Step Cut)
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Dimensions: 11.4 x 11.4 x 8 mm (Standard Calibrated Size)
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Color: Bi-Color (Golden Champagne & Ocean Blue)
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Creation Method: Natural
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Weight: 8.30 CT
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Origin: Tanzania (Merelani Hills)
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Treatment: None (100% Natural / Unheated)
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Quantity: 1 Piece
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Grade: AAA
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Clarity: Eye Clean
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Transparency: Transparent
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Drilling: Undrilled
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Cut Grade: Excellent Step Cut
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Hardness: 6.5 - 7.0 on Mohs Scale
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Optical Effect: Rare Unheated Bi-Color Pleochroism & Step-Cut Mirror Reflections
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Certification: Available upon request
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Calibrated: Yes (Standard 11.5x11.5 mm Footprint)
Jeweler Benefits & Bench Advantages:
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Standard 11.5x11.5 mm Footprint: Precision calibrated square dimensions fit seamlessly into standard 11.5mm Asscher-cut prong, halo, or bezel settings.
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Rare Unheated Collector Status: Less than 1% of tanzanite remains unheated, making this natural golden-blue variety highly sought after by luxury collectors and bespoke designers.
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Flawless Step-Cut Clarity: Eye-clean interior guarantees crisp step reflections with zero internal inclusions to disrupt light paths.
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Single-Source Provenance: Sourced directly from the iconic Merelani Hills deposit in Tanzania, the world's sole source for gem tanzanite.
Goldsmith & Setting Advice:
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Metal Pairings: Exceptional in 18k yellow gold or rose gold to emphasize the golden champagne tones, or in platinum / white gold to create an icy contrast against the blue body color.
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Bench Handling: Set carefully using corner prongs, V-prongs, or protective bezel frames to safeguard the corners. Cleans safely with warm soapy water and soft brushes; avoid ultrasonic cleaners and extreme sudden heating.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
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Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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