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Product Type: Tanzanite
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.68 CT.
Size: 6x4 mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Fine Green
Clarity: Clean
Origin: Tanzania, Africa
Treatment:  None (unheated, untreated)

Tanzanite is renowned for its intense blue and violet colors, but can also be golden, green, lilac and peacock (blue and green). The sole source of tanzanite is the Merelani Hills in northern Tanzania. Discovered in the 1960s, tanzanite is considered rarer than diamonds due to its single-source origin. The mines in Tanzania are exhaustible, adding to the gemstone's allure.

With a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, tanzanite is relatively soft compared to some other gemstones. As a result, it requires gentle care to prevent scratches or damage.

Tanzanite is believed to aide with spiritual awareness, insight, and communication. Some attribute it with calming energies and the ability to enhance psychic abilities.

Product Type: Golden Beryl Heliodor
Approx Weight (per piece): 7.1ct
Size: 28x11mm
Shape:  Modified Triangle Cut
Color: Lemon Green
Clarity:  Clean
Origin:   Brazil

Product Type: Moissanite 
Approx Weight (per piece): 5.5ct 
Size: 14x10mm 
Shape: Oval Cut 
Color: Platinum
Clarity:   VVS 
Origin:   China  
Treatment: None 

Moissanite has become a popular alternative to diamonds for jewelry.  Moissanites have a similar appearance to diamonds and often look nearly identical to the untrained eye. They share the brilliance, sparkle, and fire that diamonds are known for, making them an attractive choice. With moissanite, it is possible to have a beautiful gemstone for a fraction of the price of a diamond.  Moissanites are primarily produced in laboratories, offering a controlled and consistent quality. This aspect appeals to those who prefer gemstones with known origins and minimal environmental impact.

Originally discovered in a meteorite crater, Moissanite is well known worldwide as the world’s most brilliant gemstone, better than diamonds. Moissanite is incredibly rare in its natural form; however, lab created moissanite is identical to the original with hardness second only to diamond.  Moissanites have a hardness of 9.25 on the Mohs scale, while  diamonds are a 10.  This makes moissanite suitable for everyday wear and less prone to scratching or damage.

This beautiful and unique oval cut platinum moissanite is a great choice for any jewelry project.

Product Type: Tourmaline
Product ID: TONG2369 (Appraisal of at $513.95 USD included)
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.34ct
Size: 6x5mm
Shape: Baguette Cut
Color: Neon Green Blue
Clarity: Clean
Origin: Africa
 

Product Type:  Cherry Opal
Product ID:  OPOR7361 (Appraised Certificate of $522.95 USD included)
Approx Weight (per piece):  1.11ct
Size:   9x7mm
Shape:  Oval Cut
Color:  Reddish Orange
Clarity:  Clean
Origin:  Mexico