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Digging for rare gems in Tanzania

Discovered only 40 years ago in the Merelani Hills in northern Tanzania, blue-violet tanzanite is one of the rarest gemstones in the world. But for those who rushed to the region hoping to make a fortune from the stone, its exploitation is not without risks. (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)
Discovered only 40 years ago in the Merelani Hills in northern Tanzania, blue-violet tanzanite is one of the rarest gemstones in the world. But for those who rushed to the region hoping to make a fortune from the stone, its exploitation is not without risks. (Footage by AFPTV via Getty Images)
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Credit:
AFPTV
Editorial #:
92242295
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AFPTV
Date created:
February 22, 2009
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Clip length:
00:01:37:29
Location:
Mererani, Tanzania
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QuickTime 8-bit Photo-JPEG SD 720x486 29.97i
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AFPTV
Object name:
MMV57825_TEN