Turmalin

This extraordinary natural and untreated tourmaline, weighing 10.57 ct, was carved from an impressive 24.92 ct rough crystal. Its size alone gives it a remarkable presence, but what truly sets it apart is the complex interplay of its color, internal structure, and cut. Turquoise, blue-green, rich green, and yellow-green hues combine to create a fascinating, almost landscape-like play of colors.

Distinct natural growth features are visible inside the stone. With this tourmaline, however, these features were deliberately not treated as something to be concealed as much as possible by the cut. On the contrary: the orientation and design of the stone were specifically chosen so that these natural structures remain part of its visual appeal. 

Together with the various shades of green and blue, this creates a fascinating sense of depth - like looking into a small aquarium where aquatic plants sway among turquoise-blue and green water. It is precisely this interplay that makes the stone a truly unique piece. Depending on the angle of the light and the viewer’s perspective, its internal scenery changes: turquoise and blue-green areas alternate with rich green and lighter yellow-green sections, while the natural growth structures appear to lie on different planes within the crystal. As a result, this tourmaline practically invites you to gaze at it for longer and discover new structures and color details time and again.

The superbly executed octagon cut on this stone was deliberately not designed solely to achieve maximum clarity or the most uniform appearance possible. Rather, its clear geometric shape provides a fascinating framework for the crystal’s complex natural inner structure. The precisely cut facets allow light to enter different areas of the stone, thereby enhancing both its depth of color and the unusual three-dimensional effect of its growth structures.

Weighing 10.57 ct, the tourmaline also has sufficient volume to allow this inner world to unfold in a particularly striking way. Its beauty lies not in flawless uniformity, but rather in the combination of intense color, natural crystal structure, three-dimensional depth, and a cutting plan deliberately tailored to these qualities.

From its documented origin in a 24.92-carat rough crystal to the finished gemstone, this tourmaline embodies the philosophy of the Bennad Collection in a special way: Not every natural characteristic of a gemstone needs to be concealed - sometimes it is precisely these traits that make a stone truly unique. Its fascinating play of colors - ranging from turquoise to blue-green, rich green, and yellow-green - along with its interior, which evokes an underwater landscape, make this 10.57-ct tourmaline an extraordinary and utterly unique collector’s item.

The Green Tourmaline originates from southern Africa. The rough stone was sourced for us directly from the source through our partners, inspected by us, and then expertly cut.

⁽*⁾To the best of our knowledge and according to information from our local partners, the gemstone is untreated.

For an additional fee, we’d be happy to arrange for a certificate from an independent gemological institute to be issued for this gemstone.

Images may vary depending on monitor settings. The videos of the stone were recorded without filters or color correction.

The true beauty of a gemstone is only revealed when you hold it in your hand. With every slight movement, the angle of the light, the reflections, and the play of colors change, giving each stone its own unique vibrancy. 

Interesting Facts About Green Tourmaline or Verdelith

Green tourmaline, often referred to in the trade as verdelite, belongs to the diverse mineral group of tourmalines. Its color spectrum ranges from delicate yellowish-green and fresh leaf-green tones to vibrant forest green and deep, slightly bluish-green shades. Many green tourmalines exhibit pronounced pleochroism and can display varying color intensities depending on the viewing angle. Transparent stones with a vibrant, as uniform as possible green color, high brilliance, and an excellent cut are particularly sought after.

Natural inclusions are characteristic features of a natural gemstone. They can provide clues about its natural origin and help distinguish it from synthetic or imitation materials. At the same time, clarity - along with color, cut, and carat weight - is one of the key factors that determine a gemstone’s quality and value.

High-quality green tourmalines attract the attention of collectors, gemstone enthusiasts, and buyers who view rare colored gemstones as long-term assets. Larger, transparent stones with intense, attractive color, very good clarity, and a precise cut that optimally showcases their hue and brilliance are in particularly high demand. Exceptional specimens that combine these characteristics are available in limited quantities and may occupy a special position in the market due to their quality, size, and rarity. However, future value appreciation cannot be predicted and always depends on color, clarity, cut, carat weight, rarity, and demand.