Product Description
These bi-color tourmaline gemstones are natural, earth-mined stones from Afghanistan. The parcel contains six loose gemstones with a combined weight of 15 carats.
- The stones have pink and green colour zoning, with different colour proportions in each gem.
- The emerald cuts have elongated, eight-sided outlines with trimmed corners.
- The clarity grades range from SI to VS across the parcel.
- The stones vary in size and are supplied loose, without jewelry settings.
- This parcel is suitable for gemstone collectors and jewelry designers planning individual settings.
- Tourmaline is an October birthstone, making these stones an option for custom birthstone jewelry.
Care
Clean the stones gently with warm, soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaners, and sudden temperature changes.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 15 ct weight apply to each Afghan tourmaline or the whole parcel?
The 15 ct weight is the combined weight of all six tourmaline gemstones.
Do the six bi-color tourmalines have identical pink and green patterns?
No, the proportions and placement of the pink and green colours vary between the stones.
Does this emerald-cut tourmaline parcel have one clarity grade throughout?
No, the parcel includes SI and VS clarity grades rather than one uniform grade.