Tourmaline Rubellite
about Tourmaline Rubellite
Tourmaline is a crystal silicate mineral compounded with elements such as aluminium, iron, magnesium, sodium, lithium, or potassium. Tourmaline is classed as a semi-precious stone and the gem comes in a wide variety of colors. The name comes from the Sinhalese word "turamali" or "toramalli" meaning stone of many colors. Rubellite is the red to purplish red variety of tourmaline. Tourmaline is a October Birthstone.
Rubellite Tourmaline
Treatment: NoneOrigin: Nigeria
Hardness: 7-7.5
Shape: oval
Clarity: SI-eye clean
Material: tourmaline
Width: 9mm
Height: 7.8mm
Length: 12mm
Weight: 5.46 carats
Color: Purple Red
Beautiful deep Red Purple color. Excellent cut and polish. SI eye clean.