![]() ![]() Measuring 6 on the Mohs scale, the hardness of Turquoise compares to glass. In addition, they are typically domed with a flat base. Conversely, Cabochon cuts have no facets. Most gemstones feature angular facets to reflect light. Owing to the opacity of Turquoise, Cabochon cuts frequently appear across jewellery styles. ![]() Sterling silver teardrop Turquoise pendant and matching earrings available. As a result, we find Turquoise across jewellery priced very differently.Īvailable from our Showroom collection. For example, fashion jewellery set with synthetic varieties of Turquoise makes a popular and affordable accessory. Inexpensive Turquoise jewellery often features synthetic forms of this gemstone. For example, from ancient Egypt, we see Pharaonic treasures set with Turquoise. Historically, polished, Turquoise features in both ancient and modern jewellery. However, most people associate Turquoise with distinctive blue-green colouration. The colour of Turquoise varies from white to pale blue. Turquoise gets its name from the 17th Century word meaning Turkish. In contrast gemstones such as Tanzanite originate from just one source. It originates from many sources worldwide including Iran, Sinai, the United States and even China. The opaque gemstone Turquoise differs from Tanzanite and Zircon. As a result, we never recommend this gemstone for heavy-handed clients worried about damaging their ring. This semi-fragile gemstone damages more easily than diamonds or sapphires. A Tanzanite engagement ring requires care during wear. When it comes to jewellery designs, we recommend Tanzanite for both earrings and pendants. In fact, the name ‘Zoisite’ was avoided owing to a similarity to the word ‘suicide.’ For this reason, the name Tanzanite was used as a more appropriate name for this incredible gemstone.Įleanor halo ring design, set with an incredible blue Tanzanite surrounded by diamonds. Tanzanite became an addition to December’s birthstones as recently as 2002. Furthermore, the unique effect varied from other halo style settings A one-of-a-kind Blue Tanzanite added contrast against small 1mm diamonds. Our example ring comes from our bespoke jewellery service and was made in 950 Platinum. Vintage Tanzanite and Diamond Bespoke Ring ![]() Thereafter, Tanzanite grew in popularity as an affordable gemstone compared to sapphire.Įxample of a round Tanzanite showing the distinctive blue-violet colouration associated with this type of gemstone. However, it quickly became identified due to the crystal structure as a vibrant blue variety of zoisite-a mineral stone that had been around since the early 1800s. Initially, it was thought to be a sapphire mine. News spread quickly, and the government gave permission for mining to begin. Very close to the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Tanzanite was discovered as late as 1967 in Merelani Hills near Arusha, Tanzania, by Maasai herders. History and OriginĬommonly known as the modern-day gemstone. For this reason, most Tanzanite is heat treated to enhance its colour. When mined, most Tanzanite has a reddish brown tinge, removed by heat treatment to enhance the prevailing blue-violet colour of the gemstone. Crystalline trichroism causes the violet colouration to vary in different situations. As the name suggests, Tanzanite originates from Tanzania-a gemstone prized for its amazing colour and rarity. However, the colouration occurs due to the presence of Vanadium within the mineral. Tanzanite exists in a variety of shades ranging from blue to violetish blue. What is Tanzanite? Interestingly, this incredible gemstone comes from the mineral Zoisite. Within this guide, we reveal the true meaning and beauty of December’s birthstones. Set with either Tanzanite, Turquoise or Blue Zircon. Most importantly, each year we create many amazing jewellery designs to with December’s Birthstones. Firstly, if you’re lucky enough to celebrate a December birthday, three birthstones represent December: Tanzanite, Turquoise and Zircon.
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