| TOURMALINE is an exquisite gemstone naturally occurs in a myriad of stunning colors and its crystal structure makes it look like it is almost pre-faceted by Mother Nature. Tourmaline is rarely found colorless. When a deep, vivid green, they are often rich in chromium and are named Chrome Tourmaline. Iron-rich Tourmalines are normally black to deep brown and magnesium-rich varieties can occur in a yellowish brown color. Lithium-rich Tourmalines come in a rainbow of colors. When Tourmaline appears to look like a Ruby it is renamed Rubellite. If its hues are not profound under both lighting conditions, it is renamed as Pink Tourmaline. Rubellite’s name is derived from the Latin word “rubellus” which literally translates to “coming from red”. Inclusions in Rubellite are fairly common, as the chemical structures responsible for its wonderful color also create “jardin” (the French word for garden, used to describe Mother Nature’s inclusions). Rubellite is a real treasure. It is far rarer than its closest rival Ruby and many people find it infinitely more attractive. |
