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Tourmaline

Bold Color, Strong Character

Tourmaline is a complex boron silicate group known for broad color range and striking crystal form. It appears in intense dark tones as well as vivid pinks and greens. This variety makes it highly adaptable for expressive jewelry stories.

Cultural Meanings

Tourmaline became globally prominent through Dutch and Portuguese trade in the early modern period. Its wide color range made it a favorite in collectible gem cabinets.

Stone Profile

ColorBlack, green, pink, purple, and multicolor zoning
TransparencyTransparent to opaque, depending on variety
LuminescenceOften weak; some pink material may fluoresce faintly
Main OriginsBrazil, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Mozambique, Pakistan

Mineral Facts

  • 1Tourmaline crystals are commonly striated, giving rough stones a ribbed look.
  • 2The mineral group can be piezoelectric and pyroelectric under pressure or heat.
  • 3Watermelon tourmaline shows natural pink-green zoning in a single crystal.

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