Turmalin

This exceptionally beautiful, natural, and untreated tourmaline, weighing 1.18 ct, was cut from a 3.40 ct rough crystal. It is one of the most captivating stones in this color group and fascinates with its exceptionally vibrant play of colors ranging from turquoise blue to fresh green and yellowish-green hues.

Its very strong brilliance is particularly impressive. The crystal’s clarity and precise faceting allow light to travel intensely through it, creating numerous bright reflections. With every movement, the stone’s color effect changes - at times appearing cooler and more turquoise-blue, at times a clear green, and at times with a warmer yellowish-green shimmer. This gives it a remarkably vibrant and three-dimensional appearance.

The crystal contains only barely visible natural growth features. Visually, they recede clearly into the background and do not detract from either the gemstone’s clear overall appearance or its exceptionally strong brilliance. Rather, they subtly attest to its natural formation.

The excellently executed cushion cut combines softly rounded contours with harmonious proportions and precise faceting. This shape beautifully accentuates the vibrant play of light and impressively highlights the varied interplay of turquoise-blue, green, and yellowish-green hues.

From its documented origin as a 3.40 ct rough crystal to the finished gemstone, this tourmaline exemplifies meticulous cutting planning, masterful craftsmanship, and the authentic individuality of a naturally colored gemstone.

Its fascinating play of colors - ranging from turquoise blue to green and yellow-green - its exceptionally strong brilliance, and its only very subtly visible growth features make it one of the most distinctive tourmalines in the Bennad Collection.

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.

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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.