Tourmaline (gemmy) (ex Rolando Gioia Collection) (8.11 grams)

Item Description

A classic gemmy thumbnail Tourmaline from the famous Pederneira Mine in Brazil. The piece features a lovely blue-green hue on the edges of the crystal that is accentuated by a wonderful pink tone at the center. The faces are sharp and lustrous, and although the piece is contacted, it's still a nice representation of this well-known material. This one would make a would make a nice addition to any Tourmaline suite, a gem crystal collection, or a Brazilian collection. The piece weighs 8.11 grams. Classic material and great quality from the standpoint of GEM CLARITY, color and form. From the collection of Rolando Gioia (a contributor to new definitive book on Brazilian minerals: "Minerais e Pedras Preciosas do Brasil").