What is Tanzanite and Why Is It Incredibly Rare?

Tanzanite is a relative newcomer to the gemstone world, yet it has quickly captured the attention of collectors, jewelers, and gem enthusiasts alike. Discovered in the late 1960s in Northern Tanzania, near the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, this stone is admired for its striking blue-violet hue. But Tanzanite’s beauty isn’t its only claim to fame. […]