{"product_id":"ruby-and-zoisite-slab","title":"Ruby and Zoisite Slab from Tanzania","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby in Zoisite Polished Slab with UV Fluorescence – Tanzania | 513 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis striking Ruby in Zoisite slab from Tanzania features a beautiful natural combination of vibrant green zoisite, deep black mineral inclusions, and rich raspberry-red ruby crystals. The polished surface reveals an intricate pattern of contrasting colors and textures, creating a dramatic display of this fascinating mineral association.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lush green zoisite forms the foundation of the specimen, while scattered ruby crystals appear as reddish-purple patches and elongated streaks throughout the stone. Dark mineral inclusions, commonly hornblende, add bold contrast and highlight the unique natural patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnder ultraviolet light, the ruby crystals come alive with brilliant red-pink fluorescence!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The vivid fluorescent areas stand out dramatically against the darker, non-fluorescent matrix, revealing the distribution of ruby throughout the slab. This remarkable transformation makes the specimen especially appealing to collectors of UV-reactive minerals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its substantial size, polished face, and distinctive natural coloration, this slab makes an impressive display piece and a wonderful addition to any collection of ruby-bearing minerals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ruby (Corundum) in Zoisite, with dark mineral inclusions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tanzania\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 cm wide × 14 cm long × 1.5 cm thick (3.94 × 5.51 × 0.59 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 513 g (18.10 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oxides (Ruby\/Corundum) and Silicates (Zoisite)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV Reaction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright red-pink fluorescence in the ruby crystals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Polished slab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jaze Crystals and Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42489374638213,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/0591\/6549\/files\/IMG_0343.jpg?v=1793895098","url":"https:\/\/jazecrystalsandminerals.com\/products\/ruby-and-zoisite-slab","provider":"Jaze Crystals and Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}