Welcome to Christine Alexander
I deal in modern, preloved, vintage and antique jewellery in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex. If you don't see what you would like, or wish to enquire about my flexible interest-free layaway plan, please contact me on enquiries@christinealexander.co.uk and I will endeavour to assist you.
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Ah, Tanzanite—if gemstones had a VIP section, this beauty would be seated front and centre. We’re talking about one of the rarest stones on the planet here, folks! A true gemological unicorn, Tanzanite is the blue variety of Zoisite, found only in the mystical lands of Tanzania, Africa. It’s claimed to be 1,000 times rarer than diamonds, so yes, this stone’s rarer than a hen’s teeth and twice as fabulous.
Now, let me fill you in on why Tanzanite is so intoxicatingly unique. It’s trichroic, which means you get a visual hat-trick: gaze at it from different angles, and you’ll see three separate colours. From blue to violet to flashes of burgundy, it’s like a kaleidoscope captured in a single stone. The darker the blue, the higher the value—and let’s just say the deep blues are seriously coveted. The 20th century hailed this gemstone as the discovery of the age, and it’s still commanding the spotlight today.
Oh, and here’s a juicy little bonus: Tanzanite is said to have a bit of a “pick-me-up” effect, acting as a natural anti-depressant, thanks to its emotionally supportive energies. Not that I’m saying it’ll replace your coffee, but it just might give your spirits that extra little lift.
So here’s to Tanzanite, a treasure that’s rare, regal, and utterly mesmerising—a gemstone fit for those of us who like our sparkle with a side of mystery. Dive into my Tanzanite collection and discover pieces as one-of-a-kind as you are. ✨
