Ruby in Zoisite Specimen – Longido, Tanzania – 718g

A bold and colorful Ruby in Zoisite specimen featuring vivid magenta ruby embedded within a rich green zoisite matrix. This piece displays strong natural contrast, with the ruby section showing a saturated pinkish-red tone against the darker green and black-speckled zoisite host.

The ruby portion is prominent and well-exposed, showing partial natural crystal structure and internal texture, while the surrounding zoisite provides a striking backdrop that enhances the overall visual impact. The combination of colors and textures makes this an eye-catching display specimen, highly desirable for both collectors and those drawn to unique mineral pairings.

This material from Longido, Tanzania is especially known for its dramatic color contrast and distinctive appearance, making larger, well-balanced specimens like this particularly collectible.

Location: Longido, Tanzania
Weight: 718 grams
Measurements: 120mm x 83mm x 65mm
Crystal System: Trigonal (Ruby - Corundum), Orthorhombic (Zoisite)
Mineral Class: Oxide (Ruby - Corundum), Silicate (Zoisite – Epidote Group)