The Tanzanite stone is a rare and beautiful gemstone known for its striking blue-violet color. It is considered one of the most valuable and unique gemstones discovered in the 20th century.
Type: Zoisite mineral variety
Chemical Formula: Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
Hardness: 6–6.5 on Mohs scale
Origin: Exclusively found in Tanzania, near Mount Kilimanjaro (hence the name)
Color: Deep blue, violet-blue, or purplish with pleochroism (shows different colors at different angles)
Planet Association: Generally linked to Saturn and Jupiter
Zodiac Signs: Sagittarius, Pisces, Capricorn, and Aquarius (non-traditional use)
Birthstone: December (alternative to turquoise or zircon)
Chakra: Third Eye (Ajna) and Throat Chakra (Vishuddha)
Enhances communication, intuition, and spiritual awareness
Encourages transformation and helps with breaking old patterns
Aids meditation and inner peace
Stimulates creativity and inspiration
Promotes emotional healing and stress relief
Metal: Silver, white gold, or platinum
Finger: Middle or ring finger
Day to Wear: Saturday (if used as Saturn stone)
Cleansing: Use sage smoke, moonlight, or mild saltwater (not prolonged due to moderate hardness)
Color: Displays blue to violet with color shift (pleochroic)
Clarity: High-quality tanzanite is typically clean with few inclusions
Origin: Only from Tanzania—check certification
UV Light: May fluoresce blue or violet under UV light