This is a very nice gem quality faceted genuine violet blue Tanzanite Dangle Shepherd Hook Earrings .
Tanzanite has fine purplish blue color showing strong pleochroism.
The silver setting for this Ring is perfectly suited to this gemstone.
Because of its growing popularity, Tanzanite was designated as a modern birthstone for the month of December in 2002. Tanzanite is also the gem for a 24th anniversary.
Location: Merelani Hills, Umba Valley, Lelatema Mts., Arusha Region, Tanzania
Size: 3.1 Centimeter in length including hook; stones are 7mm in length
Weight: 1.4 Grams Combined.

Interesting Fact: Tanzanite is the Tiffany & Co. trade name for blue zoisite, named after the country of origin, Tanzania. Tiffany could have sold the material under the mineralogical name of "blue zoisite," but they thought the name "tanzanite" would stimulate customer interest and be easier to market.
Tanzanite has only one source: the hills of Merelani in northern Tanzania.