Tourmaline

Tourmaline specimens for sale

2,146 for sale · $18–$570,000 USD

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Tourmaline is a complex silicate mineral that forms in a wide range of colors, from deep greens and pinks to blues and black. It often occurs as elongated, columnar crystals with a vitreous to subhedral luster, sometimes showing dichroism where colors shift in different lighting. The mineral commonly crystallizes in borosilicate-bearing environments, and its robust crystal habit makes it a favorite for polished stones as well as natural specimens.

Formula
AD3G6 (T6O18)(BO3)3X3Z
Rarity
Common
Stability
Stable
Collector interest
Moderate Interest
Classification notes
Silicate mineral; cyclosilicate; Tourmaline group (9/C).

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About Tourmaline

Notable specimens come from Brazil and the United States, with other important localities including Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Russia. Brazilian tourmalines are especially prized for intense pink to red varieties known as rubellites and for watermelon tourmalines that display layered color zoning. Collectors value well-formed, well-striated crystals and specimens with pleasing termination faces, color zoning, and clean matrix. The wide color spectrum and the potential for gem-quality material contribute to its enduring appeal among mineral collectors and lapidary enthusiasts alike.