Tanzanite

Tanzanite is a rare gemstone whose only global production site is found in the mines of Merelani, Tanzania. Its deep shades result from pleochroism, wherein different gorgeous colors such as blue and purple appear depending upon the angle from which the stone is viewed.
Three-dimensional drop and cabochon cut tanzanite stones allow for a particularly striking view of shifting colors, and Mikimoto’s designs proactively feature those cuts that pair well with pearls. Another attractive quality of tanzanite is its strong luster, and for facet cuts, we rigorously select only those stones that glitter the most brilliantly.