Rubellite Tourmaline (rich color)

Item Description

The famous quote from John Sinkankas was "gems are minerals after all". In our continued efforts to promote the importance of gemstones for ALL collectors, we want to give mineral collectors a chance at a rare cut stone that complements a choice mineral specimen from a classic locality. Some of the finest mineral collections in the world are accompanied by gemstones that either complete a "rough and cut" set for certain specimens, or simply show the beauty of particular species when they are faceted. We are offering this stone as an opportunity for collectors to expand their horizons and purchase gemstones that would supplement crystallized specimens in their collections. I think it is important for collectors to know that faceted stones can expand one's interests in minerals and can add a certain reverence to the hobby of collecting minerals. Here is a great gem from one of the most productive localities for Rubellite Tourmaline in the world! The stone is a good size, VVS, intense pink "Step Oval" cut gem. The color is VERY saturated and attractive. Fine Rubellites can retail for over $300 per carat, and this stone would look beautiful in a pendant, or alone in a gem box. Tourmalines are some of the most diverse and popular gems out there, and a stone with this color is rather desirable.