Tanzanite Beads

The "new kid on the block" of the gemstone kingdom is none other than tanzanite, known for its enchanting beauty due to the ability to exhibit more than one color. With Tanzania being the only reigning country in its production, its impact has increased in the world market.

Tanzanite was discovered in East Africa which looked like a velvety blue variety of the mineral zoisite. But it was renamed as Tanzanite. Tanzanite has mesmerizing color, i.e. it is trichroic, meaning it shows different colors when viewed in different directions appearing alternately sapphire blue, violet, and sage-green depending on crystal orientation.

The gemstone has a stark resemblance with sapphire and iolite. Though, it is less lustrous and hard than sapphire, and has a lower density and refractiveness than iolite. Blue tanzanite's demand is more compared to the purple one. Back in India, tanzanite beads cuttings are irregular in shape, size or other qualities. Since, it is highly vulnerable to knocks & blows, it isn't durable.

Color
Tanzanite beads are found in vibrant colors. The color of Tanzanite is most intense in sizes above ten carats. Smaller tanzanites are usually paler in color. Tanzanite's rich purples and blues often have a depth comparable to the finest sapphire :

Blue Violet Purple Bronze

Grey Lavender Yellow tinge

Material
A tanzanite bead can be well gelled with any of the listed materials to produce valuable results:

Gold White Gold Sterling Silver Two Tone Stainless Steel

Platinum Rhodium Titanium Enamel Rubber

Shape
A tanzanite bead is available in different shapes & sizes :

Oval Button

Tear drop Shaded beads

Significance
Often known as "the workaholics stone," tanzanite beads have their own set of significant values :

Helps the wearer to calm down & relax Awakens the mind and heart Activates the throat chakra for fluent communication Enhances psychic abilities

Improves composure, poise and harmony Acts as a stress-buster Regulates high blood pressure