Tanzanite is graded according to the 4 C’s; Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat Weight. The higher the combination of these characteristics; the rarer and more valuable the tanzanite stone.
Color
Refers to the overall body color. The finest Tanzanite can either be bluish or a violetish blue. The more saturated the blue or violet color the more valuable the gem is. Avoid pale and grayish tanzanite.
Clarity
Tanzanite is generally a very clean gemstone. Big inclusions dramatically reduce its value.
Cut
Refers to proportions an finish. A well cut tanzanite ensures the most brilliance and overall beauty of the gem.
Carat
Similar to diamonds, carat weight is the unit of measure to determine weight. Five carat Tanzanite and larger, truly show the most saturated colors of tanzanite.
Our tanzanite radiates in three different colors, making it a trichroic stone. What makes tanzanite so irresistible is its beautiful violet blue color. It’s unlike any color you’ve seen. A color that mimics a gorgeous mixture of the best sapphire, amethyst and blue topaz.