Rubellite Tourmaline (classic material)

Item Description

A fantastic, good-sized Rubellite Tourmaline gem from Pala, California. This beautiful "Oval Cabochon" cut stone has a fiery vivid pink hue with good internal gemminess. I can best describe the pink hue as bright and intense, and this is a great example of this classic Tourmaline-producing part of the world. This saturated and eye-catching shade isindicative of the area, and truly desirable for any fan of Tourmalines, U.S. gemstones or specifically material from San Diego County. It would make a great match for a crystal from this area for a stellar "rough and cut" set! Valued at $4,057.50 retail for the size and significance of the locality.
From the collection of William ("Bill") Alexander Needham Severance (1931 – 2023), the well-known, beloved and prolific mineral and gem collector from West Grove, Pennsylvania. He obtained it from Elaine Rohrbach on February 12, 2013.