One electronically tested 925 silver ladies cast tanzanite solitaire ring with a bright polish finish. Identified with markings of "925". Condition is new, good workmanship. Containing: One prong set oval cabochon cut natural tanzanite, measuring 8.80 x 7.50 x 5.10mm, approximate weight of 3.04ct, clarity is heavily included, type I, medium, very slightly grayish, violet color, (GIA V 5/3), cut is good. Transmitting light somewhat diffusely, translucent. Naturally occurring internal & external characteristics are present. Graded in the setting. Tanzanite is a very rare gemstone that is only found in the country of Tanzania. Originally discovered in 1967. Tiffany & Company, named the stone Tanzanite. It is found in the umburu Mountains that border the Umba Valley of northern Tanzania. Tanzanite occurs in gray, brown, violet, blue, reddish-purple, & green. The gem is interesting because of its exceptional pleochroism. Rotated in different directions a tanzanite will exhibit multiple changes of color. Tanzanite has a low tolerance to ultrasonic cleaning, and should not be cleaned using this method. Total Weight of Colored Stones 3.04 ct. Total Weight of Ring 3.00 grams AIG Appraised at $570.00.

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