Tourmaline Gemstones Collection

Tourmaline is a versatile, semi-precious mineral known for its array of colours and durability, used both as a gemstone and a crystal. It exhibits hues from vibrant greens and blues to deep reds and pinks, along with black, brown, and more. Predominantly found in Brazil, Africa, and Afghanistan, Tourmaline crystals are long and prismatic, each region imparting unique qualities to its varieties. This multi-coloured gemstone is popular in various jewellery types and is also credited with healing properties.

Tourmaline is celebrated for its vibrant array of colours and benefits. Its diverse hues represent various meanings like creativity, healing, and protection, making it a personal and symbolic choice. Believed to have healing properties, it's popular in wellness for promoting energy flow and balancing chakras. Its practicality is enhanced by its durability, with a hardness suitable for daily wear, making Tourmaline a valued gemstone for its beauty and symbolism.

Tourmaline is often called the 'gemstone of the rainbow' as it comes in a spectrum of colours, including Green Tourmaline, the striking Watermelon Tourmaline, and the rare Paraiba Tourmaline, known for its neon blue or green colour. Rubellite Tourmaline (Red) and Indicolite Tourmaline (Blue) are also highly prized. Interestingly, the Pink Tourmaline serves as the modern October birthstone, alongside the traditional birthstone, Opal.

To ascertain the authenticity of Tourmaline, it's essential to examine its clarity, inclusions, and hardness. Genuine Tourmaline often displays unique inclusions visible under magnification and ranks 7-7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. A simple test is to scratch the stone with a steel knife (hardness 5-6); if the stone gets scratched, it's likely, not authentic Tourmaline.

For Tourmaline purchased from ZCOVA, each gemstone is meticulously examined by our in-house gemologist and is accompanied by a certificate from the International Colored Gemstone Laboratory (ICL), ensuring that you receive 100% real Tourmalines. Speak to our Curators about buying Tourmaline gemstones.

Yes, Tourmaline can be worn daily. Its hardness makes it durable enough for everyday wear, especially in forms like Tourmaline bracelets and Tourmaline earrings. To ensure its lasting beauty, it's important to follow appropriate care and maintenance guidelines for Tourmaline.