Lapis, sapphire, turquoise and topaz are all lovely shades of blue, showcasing Mother Nature’s spectrum. Tanzanite is a unique blue, like midnight sky on a deep blue sea with purple glints that make you want to look deeper and longer. The stone seems to change its mood whether it’s paired with white or yellow metal, morphing from modern cool to Byzantine warmth. It’s time to add some tanzanite to your collection, starting with Irene Neuwirth’s amazing tanzanite and rose of France drop earrings. At Ylang 23
This Jemily’s Idrissa Pendant perfectly displays the Byzantine leanings of tanzanite. At Jemily Fine Jewelry.
Wallace Chan uses Tanzanite to bring this butterfly to life. At Wallace Chan.
Jemma Wynne’s one-of-a-kind tanzanite and diamond hoop earrings. On Moda Operandi
Tiffany’s The Art of the Sea Tanzanite ring at Tiffany’s.
Julia Hagen is currently a student at the Gemological Institute of America. Her love for jewelry started with a red bead bracelet she received as a birthday gift from her grandfather around the age of five. Other healthy addictions include shoes, Crossfit, photography and researching jewelry arts.