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The Spirit of Exclusivity

Amodoria Gems sets the world benchmark for Tanzanite. We mine, source, and cut our stones ethically. We deliver the finest quality and most unique stones.

At Amodoria Gems we are dedicated to bringing you exclusive Tanzanite stones which are guaranteed to be ethically mined and processed. As the benchmark of quality of the Tanzanite market, Amodoria provides a reliable source of exceptional Tanzanite gemstones. We work to protect and promote Tanzanite as befits one of the world´s rarest gems.

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TANZANITE BY AMODORIA

Tanzanite by Amodoria is an internationally recognized trademark which is a guarantee of the best quality. We work with you to select the perfect Tanzanite for you.


RESPONSIBLE MINING

Our sister company, Glitter Gems Ltd., has grown to become Tanzania's prominent fair trade and mining companies in fine coloured gemstones and minerals. We mine and process our own gems. We can guarantee the pedigree of our gems, from start to finish.

Glitter Gems Ltd. operates according to international mining standards. Our five active shafts are located in Block D of the Merelani area, which is known to have the best sapphire-blue coloured Tanzanite stones, giving us influence over the global supply of high quality gemstones. Our stones are all ethically sourced and processed because we believe not only in creating the standard in the Tanzanite industry, in the fair treatment of Tanzanian miners and workers, but also in protecting the end consumer from the purchase of illegally sourced or poor quality gemstones.


COOPERATIVE SOURCING

As one of the early founders of modern Tanzanite mining in Merelani, we enjoy a trusted reputation and work with legal local mining operators. If you cannot find the perfect special stone in our investment collection, we can source it for you.

Through Glitter Gems Ltd., Amodoria enjoys a close relationship with local miners. This puts us in a unique position to consistently deliver on both quality and quantity from the limited resource base. We can reserve or even custom search for the most exclusive rough and investment collection stones for our buyers – stones which are otherwise not easily and responsibly sourced.


EXPERT CUTTING

At Amodoria, we offer only exclusive, expertly cut Tanzanite gemstones. Located in the Czech Republic, our expert craftsmen draw on centuries of gem cutting tradition. Our modern cutting facilities and methods ensure the hallmark of European quality.

Once we have found the perfect piece of Tanzanite, we processes and cut the rough into the perfect stone. We choose our master cutters from only the most experienced and knowledgeable craftsmen in their trade. Their tradition and artistry draws out the true essence of each and every stone, giving our gems a spirit of their own.

The Story of Beauty

Below the majestic snow-capped Kilimanjaro lies a rare treasure more precious than diamonds, more profound than the deepest ocean, and more brilliant than the brightest star. Called the Gift from the Gods by the Maasai who first discovered it half a century ago, the Spirit of Exclusivity is at the heart of every beautiful stone of Tanzanite by Amodoria.

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1967 – Birth of an African Beauty
Discovered by the Maasai in a remote region below Kilimanjaro, the spectacular blue Tanzanite gets it name from the only country in the world where it is found. Christened by Tifffany & Co., this precious new gem was quickly recognized as

...the most beautiful blue stone to be discovered in 2000 years.
(Harry Plat, President of Tiffany & Co.)

2002 - Honouring Beauty
Tanzanite’s mystical qualities and magical blue hues have so enthralled amateurs and professionals alike, that it is the only gemstone to be added as a birthstone since 1912 – for the month of December. Tanzanite is now also the gem which represents a 24th anniversary.

2017 – Celebrating Beauty & Exclusivity
Celebrating its 55th anniversary, today Tanzanite deposits are localized to eight square kilometres in the Merelani Hills in Tanzania. A true investment, this rare gem is expected to become extinct within the next decade.

Tanzanite Buying Guide
Fall in Love with Exclusive Beauty

INTRODUCTION

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Amodoria Gems gives you the freedom to choose with your heart as much as with your mind.

Like a stunning piece of jewellery, the perfect gem is an affair of the heart. It captivates its audience with charm and charisma, speaking volumes without the need for words. But, at Amodoria, we believe that a beautiful gem must also be a sound investment. That is why each and every one of our gemstones undergoes a critical selection process based on established gemological criteria. Our stones are graded by experts in the fields of geology and gemology at every step, from their initial discovery to their placement in our collection.

COLOUR

When you gaze into its heart, your soul should dissolve in its deep blue depths.

Hue, saturation and tone all determine the final quality of the cut gem. Tanzanite, however, is unlike other gemstones. Due to its orthorhombic crystalline structure it is trichroic, making it unique in the world of gems. This additional feature means that when viewed from its three different crystallographic directions Tanzanite can exhibit three different colours. As a result Tanzanite’s colours range from blue to bluish purple to bluish violet, providing a spectacular colour range to choose from. Only the brightest and most intense of raw Tanzanite can become gems in our collection.

CLARITY

The magic of light dances effortlessly within its blue spirit.

A gem’s luminescence comes from its clarity. Its imperfections and inclusions impact its brilliance and sparkle. Our Tanzanite stones are hand-picked to be brilliantly transparent so that once they are expertly cut and set, they allow light to enhance the majestic blue elegance and uniqueness of any jewellery design.

CUT

In enchanting simplicity lies the mastery of complexity.

Tanzanite’s remarkable feature of trichroism, makes Tanzanite an unmatched beauty amongst gemstones. It also makes cutting more complex, because the colour of the final stone is determined by how its table intersects with its internal crystallographic orientation. As a result, the skill and art of Tanzanite cutting is a coveted talent. At Amodoria we chose our master cutters from the most experienced and knowledgeable craftsmen. For this reason our cutting is done exclusively in the Czech Republic, where the tradition of gemstone and crystal cutting goes back centuries. Our cutters take pride in carefully studying each piece of rough before they choose the perfect orientation and ideal shape of the final finished stone.

CARAT

Sometimes size counts.

Like diamonds and other coloured gemstones, Tanzanite is sold by its weight, or carat (1 carat = 0.2 grams). We specialize in larger stones and place only those with the best optical-aesthetic qualities in our collection. Unique gemstones for signature settings create not only a beauty to be cherished for generations, but items of true investment value for your customers.

Certification

A spectacular gemstone should be worn with a light heart.

A remarkable piece deserves to be worn with confidence. That confidence rests on responsible mining and ethical sourcing. Because we own and control the operations of our Tanzanite mining and work with local miners to source only the best pedigree of Tanzanite rough, Amodoria can guarantee the origin and processing of each Tanzanite gem that is part of our collection. Our stones can be worn with the knowledge that international safety, employee and quality standards have been upheld right up until the final facet is polished.

From Beauty to Exclusivity


Celebrating Half a Century of Tanzanite

Recognized in 1967 by Tiffany & Co. as one of the most fascinating finds in world of gemstones in the last two millennia, Tanzanite almost instantaneously became sought after by gemologists and jewellery designers worldwide. Found in only one location in the world, Tanzanite’s vibrant deep blue colour and exceptional clarity continue to captivate those with an eye for beauty and appreciation for exceptional gemstones.

This year this exotic and distinctive African beauty celebrates its 55th anniversary, and Amodoria is proud to continue the tradition of its unique history and unfolding beauty. But 2022 marks a new beginning for Tanzanite as well. As resources of this glamorous gemstone begin to disappear, Tanzanite by Amodoria brings you a premium collection of high quality, brilliantly sparkling stones underlined by their ethical origin and certification.

Capture the Spirit of Exclusivity in your design – with Amodoria.
Anny Letenské 34/7, 120 00 Prague
Czech Republic

+420 776 222 444
office@amodoriaminerals.com
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