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3 Carat Tanzanite (Princess, 8.04×8.04mm, Blue)

Color:
blue
actual size
3ct Tanzanite displayed at actual size of 8.04×8.04mm, (Princess cut, Blue
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How big is a 3 carat princess-cut Tanzanite?

It depends on the cut parameters, but a typical size of a 3ct princess-cut Tanzanite would be around 8.04×8.04 mm (±6%). You can check how big it looks on a ring and finger below. 
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Skin tone:
Ring width: 3.0 mm
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Blue 3ct Tanzanite (princess cut) shown in real-world size of 8.04×8.04mm on a ring and finger
64 mm
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Ring
 Gold
Skin tone
 Light
Ring diameter
 16.9 mm
Ring width
 3.0 mm
Finger length
 64 mm
Finger coverage
 48 %
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Ring diameter: 16.9 mm
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Additional Info

Tanzanite is a blue variety of the mineral Zoisite. It got its name after the East African country of Tanzania, were it was discovered in 1967. Most of Tanzanite on the market today is heat treated.

Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile

Gem Details

Name:
Tanzanite
Mineral Group:
Zoisite
Shape:
Princess
Chemical Formula:
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Crystal Structure:
Orthorhombic
Hardness:
6-6.5
Specific Gravity
3.35
Carat weight:
3 ct
Gram weight:
0.6 g (0.0212 ounces)
Points:
300 pts
Length:
8.04 mm
Width:
8.04 mm
Est. face-up size:
64.64 mm²
Volume:
179.1 mm³
Length-to-width ratio:
1
Refractive Index:
1.69 - 1.70
Luster:
Vitreous
Wearability:
Very good
Care Instructions:
gentle wear recommended
Color:
Tanzanite can be found in the following colors:
Color Light BlueColor BlueColor Dark Blue
Birthstone:
Tanzanite is a birthstone for the month of December

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