A relatively new gift from Mother Earth, Tanzanite was first discovered in 1967 in Tanzania, Africa.  The ancient civilization of Lemuria as well as the dolphin have been linked to Tanzanite.

Tanzanite increases communication with the Spiritual world and facilitates access to ancient wisdom, especially to the spiritual knowledge of ancient indigenous tribal cultures.  Tanzanite opens the Crown Chakra to show visualizations of higher spiritual realms.  Good for spiritual exploration and inner journeys, Tanzanite aids visualization in meditations.  Use Tanzanite to deepen guided group meditations.

The Throat and Third Eye Chakras are also activated by Tanzanite.  Tanzanite facilitates integration between these two Chakras, simultaneously boosting psychic powers and communication, making it easier to communicate visions.

The glow of Tanzanite increases your inner light, increasing health and vitality.  Tanzanite also reduces stress, helping you to slow down.  In the stillness that is created, quieter sides of your personality can emerge, allowing a more balanced state of being.

Physically, Tanzanite is a wonderful stone to use in soothing depression, anxiety and panic. Use to aid the immune system and ease inflammation.

Metaphysical:
Primary Chakra: Throat, Third Eye, Crown, Higher Crown
Astrological sign(s): Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius, Pisces
Vibration: Number 2

Geological:
Stone Type/Family: A member of the Zoisite family
Crystal System: Orthorhombic
Chemical Composition: Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH), Calcium Aluminum Silicate Hydroxide.
Hardness: 6.5-7

Physical:
Color: Tanzanite in its rough state is usually a reddish brown color. It requires artificial heat treatment to bring out the blue violet of the stone.
Location: Tanzania
Rarity: Uncommon due to limited locations
Fun Fact: Tanzanite has become so popular that in October of 2002 the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) announced that Tanzanite had joined Zircon and Turquoise in the traditional list of birthstones for the month of December.

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