Amethyst
Purple quartz, the February birthstone, famous since ancient Greece as the stone of calm and a clear head.
Tanzanite
Also known as: Blue zoisite
Violet-blue gem found in only one small area near Mount Kilimanjaro – a December birthstone discovered in 1967.
- ColourViolet-blue, Blue, Purple
- Mineral groupZoisite
- ChemistryCa₂Al₃(SiO₄)(Si₂O₇)O(OH)
- Hardness (Mohs)6–7
- Crystal systemOrthorhombic
- Where it's foundTanzania (Merelani Hills) only
- ChakraThroat, Third Eye, Crown
- ZodiacSagittarius, Gemini, Libra
- BirthstoneDecember
What is Tanzanite?
Tanzanite astrology & birthstone
- Zodiac signsSagittarius, Gemini, Libra
- Ruling planetJupiter
- ElementAir
- Birthstone monthDecember
Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.
Tanzanite meaning & traditional properties
- Transformation
- Intuition
- Calm
Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.
How to use Tanzanite
How to care for Tanzanite
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Rituals & pairings
Pair Tanzanite with a intuition & meditation ritual
A quiet meditation ritual for focus, intuition and clarity.
Traditionally paired with: Frankincense, myrrh, lotus or copal incense · A purple or white candle · Sage to clear the space
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Ritual oils, essential oils & perfumes
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Deepen your practice: tarot & oracle cards
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Wear it & work with it
Tanzanite jewellery & pendulums
Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.
Tanzanite FAQs
Where is tanzanite found?
Only in the Merelani Hills near Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.
What month is tanzanite?
December, with turquoise and zircon.
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