Green to Pink Color Lustrous Tourmaline Crystal on Purple Lepidolite from Afghanistan

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This striking specimen features a lustrous tourmaline crystal that transitions beautifully from green at the base to vibrant pink at the termination, showcasing the natural color zoning for which Afghan tourmaline is renowned. The crystal is well-formed, with sharp faces and a glassy luster that catches the light elegantly. It rests on a contrasting matrix of deep purple lepidolite, whose mica-rich composition adds both texture and visual interest to the piece. Sourced from the famous mines of Afghanistan, this combination of vivid colors and mineral association makes it a truly captivating display specimen for any collector of fine minerals.

Product Information:

Specimen Name	Tourmaline on Lepidolite
Weight	grams
Dimensions
Treatment	None
Origin	Paprok Mine, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan

Tourmaline:

Tourmaline is an extremely popular gemstone; the name Tourmaline is derived from Turamali, which is thought to mean 'stone with mixed colors.' Color is king for tourmaline, which is found in more shades and hues than any other gem. It varies in transparency and color to a substantial extent. Crystals of tourmaline may be of different colors in different portions or uniform colors throughout, which makes them appealing.

Tourmaline Varieties: Buergerite, Chrom Dravite, Dravite, Elbaite, Feruvite, Foitite, Liddicoatite, Magnesio Foitite, Olenite, Povondraite, Rossmanite, Schorl, Uvite, Vanadium Dravite Enormous deposits of tourmaline are located in Afghanistan, Brazil, China, India, Kenya, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Sri Lanka, USA, Vietnam, and Zambia.

Tourmaline Associations:

Chakras	Depending on color
Birthstone	October
Zodiac	Virgo, Libra
Anniversary	8th
Hardness	7 - 7.5
Color	Black, Brown, Violet, Green, Pink, or in a dual-colored pink and green, and many more

Healing Properties of Tourmaline:

Balance, Compassion, Happiness, Happiness, Objectivity, Serenity, Positive transformation, Strength, Understanding

Tourmaline helps to treat paranoia, improve hand-eye combination, and overcome dyslexia.
Tourmaline eliminates misunderstanding and helps you to understand yourself and others.
Tourmaline releases tension, diminishes fear, and promotes self-confidence.
Astrologists recommend tourmaline for body detoxification and stress reduction.