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7.00 Tanzanite Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval Blue 7.00 carat tanzanite with a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold on
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Boulder Opal Peridot Tanzanite and Diamond Silver Ring gift
Located in Berlin, DE
with peridot, tanzanite, and diamonds. The elongated cabochon opals display a captivating play of color
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2010s German Artisan Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Peridot, Tanzanite, Silver, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Star Ruby Cocktail Ring with Purple Tanzanite set in 22K Gold …
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon - 24 carats Natural Purple Tanzanite set all around - 11 carats Round brilliant shape This Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Tanzanite, Star Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Ammonite 22 Karat and 18 Karat Gold Cuff Bracelet Tourmaline Tanzanite Garnet
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Ammonite is another stunning, magical fossilized gem. The accent stones in this cuff bracelet are tourmaline, kyanite and garnet in 22k and 18k gold. This cuff is comfortable and o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Garnet, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold

19.61 Carat Tanzanite with 1.41 Carat Ruby and 4.89 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 19.61 Carat Tanzanite Ring with a Ruby and White Diamond Halo, a true
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three Stone Tanzanite Diamond Cocktail Ring 9.07tcw Three Stone Anniversary
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegantly displayed is a gorgeous three stone tanzanite & diamond statement, anniversary, or right
Category

2010s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Coral Peaux D ange Tanzanite Serpentine Drop 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Drops earring vith beautiful serpentine faced drops, 2 peaux d'ange cabochon coral button, cabochon
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2010s Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Lavender Tahitian Pearl Tanzanite Amethyst Confetti Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Lavender Tahitian pearls are set with tanzanite and amethyst in these one-of-a-kind "confetti
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2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Tanzanite White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
8.74 carat cabochon cut Tanzanite, embraced on both sides by a white diamond pavé weighing 2.04 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite Teardrop Diamond Halo 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Gorgeous, purplish-blue Tanzanite teardrop / pear shaped cabochon gemstone and Diamond halo set in
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 33.22 Cttw. Tanzanite, Diamond and Emerald Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Victorian 33.22 Cttw. Tanzanite, Diamond, and Emerald Dangle Earrings—an exquisite
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2010s Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

AIG Certified 22.80 Carats Tanzanites 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
pieces of Natural Tanzanites , in perfect drop/cabochon cut , spectacular color, of 22,80 carats, and 344
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Artisan Tanzanite and Turquoise Cocktail Ring with Diamond 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This bold cocktail ring by Artisan features a 6.70ct oval tanzanite framed by 0.25ct of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Tanzanite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Certified 14k Emerald Tanzanite Diamond Necklace 325 carats 14k gold Set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross wt 87.37 gm Diamond 16.65 carats Emerald 325 Carats Tanzanite 19.05 Carats 14 kt Gold 35.34
Category

2010s Indian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Certified 14k Emerald Tanzanite Diamond Necklace 325 carats 14k gold Set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross wt 87.37 gm Diamond 16.65 carats Emerald 325 Carats Tanzanite 19.05 Carats 14 kt Gold 35.34
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2010s Indian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

24K Yellow Gold "Angel" Necklace: A Tanzanite Treasure by Lika Behar
By Lika Behar
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
and sophistication. Featuring stunning pebble-shaped cabochon tanzanite beads totaling an impressive
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 24k Gold

Vintage 12.47 Carat Tanzanite Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This striking cocktail ring features a vivid 12.47-carat oval cabochon tanzanite set in 18 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

12.00 Carat Tanzanite Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular Tanzanite, Sapphire and diamond dangle earrings. 2 vibrant oval cabochon tanzanite
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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

38.35 Carat Tanzanite, 38.85 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Cocktail 18K Gold Ring
By EstatebyJR
Located in New York, NY
center rests a magnificent 38.35 carat cabochon-cut tanzanite, exhibiting a rich, velvety blue hue
Category

20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Tanzanite Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 16.20 Carats of Pear Cut and Cabochon Cut Tanzanites
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 11.26 Carat Tanzanite Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This striking cocktail ring showcases a mesmerizing 11.26-carat oval cabochon tanzanite, glowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Natural Diamond Tanzanite Ring Set 18K White Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Natural Cabochon Tanzanite 11 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 2.00 Carat Natural Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Mid-century 1970 18kt Gold Ring with Citrine, Tanzanite and Peridots
Located in Aventura, FL
essence of the optimistic spirit of the decade. Surrounding the central gem, four cabochon tanzanite
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Tanzanite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Natural Diamond Tanzanite Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold Silv
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Tanzanite 7.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 2.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Natural Diamond Tanzanite Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Tanzanite 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamonds 1.00 Carat Natural Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18 Karat Rose Gold Tanzanite Emerald Sapphire Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
By Joon Han
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind dangle earrings of fancy shaped tanzanite slices are topped with oval cabochon
Category

2010s Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18...

15.05 Carat Trillion Cabouchon Tanzanite and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautiful necklace featuring a trillion shaped rare AAA+ grade vivid blue cabochon tanzanite
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

AIG Certified 32.00 Ct Tanzanite 15.00 Ct Emerald 12 Ct Diamonds Brooch/Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
of Natural Zambian Emeralds in pear cut , of 4,60 carats, and Natural Tanzanite , in perfect cabochon
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Mid-century 18kt Gold Clip on Earrings with Citrine, Tanzanite and Peridots
Located in Aventura, FL
are eight cabochon tanzanites, totaling about 6.00 carats, which add luxurious depth with their
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Tanzanite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 12.00 Ct Tanzanites South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
perfect combination colors . Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Tanzanites
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

18Kt White Gold with Tanzanite and White Diamonds Cocktail Modern Timeless Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
since 1948. Tanzanite (oval cabochon cut, size: 12x15 mm cts 11.05) and white Diamonds cts0.06 VS colour
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite and Rose Cut Diamond Bracelet With Pave Diamonds In 14k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and simple Cabochon Tanzanite with polki diamonds and pave diamonds around. This bracelet is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Alex Jona Grey Keshi South Sea and Tanzanite 18 Karat White Gold Long Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
cabochon tanzanites. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent
Category

2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Tanzanite Emerald Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 8.10 Carats of Pear Cut and Cabochon Cut
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold with Tanzanite Tourmaline and White Diamonds Chain with Pendant
Located in GALLARATE, IT
chain in 18k white gold with Tanzanite (oval cabochon cut, size:12x15 mm; round cabochon cut, size:5 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

AIG certified 35.76 ct of Tanzanite and 2.76 ct of diamonds on 18k gold Brooch
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite design, a very piece of art , for this brooch/ pendant in 18k gold with a tanzanite in
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

750/Rosegold Ring 21gr. with 1 Tansanite Cab. 18.78cts.
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This ring has a contemporary design. With 1 large Tansanite Cabouchon as a eyecatcher.
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2010s European Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold

750/Rosegold Ring 21gr. with 1 Tansanite Cabouchon 17.29cts.
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This ring has a contempary design with a large Tansanite Cabouchon as an eyecatcher in a suberbe quality.
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2010s German Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Bronze Bangle with Ruby Opal Blu Sapphire
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Bronze bangle hand made, with star ruby, opal, blu sapphire. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at your door beautif...
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Bangles

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Tanzanite, Bronze

1 Ring in 950/Platin with 1 Tansanite Cab. + 12 Diamonds Pavé
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
this 950/Platin ring is set with 1 Tansanite Cabouchon, oval 15,8x10mm, 9,20cts. + 12 Diamonds D/VS, 0,69cts., round 2,5mm. Ringsize is 54 and resizable.
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2010s German Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

Precious Diana M. Diamond Necklace
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Precious Diana M. Jewels diamond necklace features 54.10 Carats of pear-shaped cabochon Tanzanites
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moonstone Diamond Multi-Color Gemstone Platinum Brooch Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
tsavorite, garnet, amethyst, and tanzanite, as well as round brilliant-cut diamonds set around the piece
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, Platinum

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
, 80 carats of Blue Sapphire, 17 carats of Tourmaline, yellow sapphire leaves, 198 carats of Tanzanite
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2010s Indian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline,...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired 579 carat Carved Gemstone Dia Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
, 80 carats of Blue Sapphire, 17 carats of Tourmaline, yellow sapphire leaves, 198 carats of Tanzanite
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2010s Indian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline,...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Apatite, Rhodolite, Tanzanite, Opal, Iolite, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Opal, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Apatite, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Apatite, Rhodolite, Tanzanite, Opal, Iolite, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, ...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Ring 62 Gemstones 4.25 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
: Apatites, Amethysts, Citrines, Opals, Iolites, Rhodolites, Garnets, Tanzanites Total Quantity: 62 Gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, Apatite, Rhodolite, Tanzanite, Iolite, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, ...

Bochic “Capri” Multi Natural Gem Ring Set in 22k Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi Natural ring Natural Ruby, Colors - Red, Pink, 15 Carats Natural Tanzanite
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Dangling Multi-Stone Earrings In 18 Karat Gold With 14K Gold Chains
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
approx. 0.24cts, pear-shaped rubies approx. 0.40cts, round faceted tanzanites approx. 0.80cts and oval
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2010s Greek Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Chrysophrase, Ruby, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k...

H. Stern 18k Gold Blue Topaz Garnet Iolite Diamond Calla Lily Flower Pin Brooch
By H. Stern
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 3.9mm each (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Iolite/Tanzanite - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Purplish
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Iolite, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

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Tanzanite Cabochon For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the tanzanite cabochon you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 25 vintage or 172 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect tanzanite cabochon among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. Creating a tanzanite cabochon has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Royaal Stones Ltd, Meghna Jewels and Jona are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and sugarloaf cabochon alternatives. When shopping for a tanzanite cabochon, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Tanzanite Cabochon?

On average, a tanzanite cabochon at 1stDibs sells for $5,200, while they’re typically $428 on the low end and $134,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.