Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band with Tanzanite Size 8

Discover the timeless elegance of this stunning 14k Yellow Gold band, featuring a captivating, very well-cut 1/4 carat natural Tanzanite at its center. Perfect for any occasion, this piece adds a touch of sophistication to your jewelry collection. Its sleek design ensures it can be worn alone or stacked with other rings for a trendy look. Stamped with a maker's mark and '14k', this circa 1990s size 8 band weighs approximately 2.62 grams and is in very good condition.

Tanzanite, a rare and captivating gemstone, is a unique variety of Zoisite with trace Vanadium content, first discovered near Mt. Kilimanjaro in 1967. Known for its remarkable trichroism, it displays vibrant blue, violet, or burgundy hues depending on the viewing angle and lighting. Fine Tanzanite's color can shift from a rich blue in daylight to a striking purple indoors. The stones’ unique color play, combined with their limited source - Merelani Hills of Tanzania - makes it highly prized. With a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, it requires gentle care. Tanzanite's intense color and rarity have quickly elevated it to a sought-after gem in the world of fine jewelry. At least 90% of mined Tanzanite is estimated to be heat-treated to enhance its color, widely accepted as a standard practice, and rarely, stones can achieve stunning color through natural heating.

Please note: We strive to make our images and descriptions accurately represent this gemstone. However, pictures are not to scale, and our photos are taken with bright lighting and close-up cameras, which likely differ from your viewing conditions. For best viewing, increase your screen brightness.