{"product_id":"afghan-tourmaline-rough-100ct","title":"100 Carats Natural Rough Tourmaline Crystals for Cutting and Collections","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a \u003cstrong\u003e100-carat parcel of natural rough tourmaline crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e sourced from \u003cstrong\u003eAfghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the world's most recognized origins for multi-color tourmaline. The lot contains \u003cstrong\u003e42 pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e with individual crystal weights ranging from under 1 carat up to 11 carats, averaging approximately 2.3 carats per piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystals display the characteristic \u003cstrong\u003etrigonal prismatic habit\u003c\/strong\u003e of tourmaline, with visible striations along the length of each piece. Colors in this parcel include \u003cstrong\u003epink, light pink, apple green, light green, indicolite (blue-green), lavender, red, and colorless\u003c\/strong\u003e — several pieces show bi-color zoning within a single crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLot Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Tourmaline (Semi-Precious, Natural Gemstone)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Weight: 100 Carats (42 pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual Sizes: Under 1 ct to 11 ct (avg. ~2.3 ct)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Rough prismatic crystals, natural loose shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity Range: Transparent to Included (VVS, VS, SI, and Included grades present)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: 100% Natural – Untreated, Earth-Mined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaceting \u0026amp; Lapidary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleaner, more transparent pieces in the lot are suitable for faceting into small gems. Sizes up to 11 ct offer workable rough for beginner and intermediate cutters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabochon Cutting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included or opaque pieces can be shaped into cabochons for use in silver or wire-wrap settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Collecting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Several pieces retain natural terminations and prismatic form, making them suitable for mineral specimen collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Stone Jewelry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller crystals are usable as-is for wire-wrapped pendants, raw crystal rings, or healing jewelry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003emixed-grade parcel\u003c\/strong\u003e — not all pieces are facet-grade. The lot is sold as shown, and the variety of clarity grades and colors reflects the natural distribution of rough from this source region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between facet-grade and collector-grade tourmaline rough?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFacet-grade rough is transparent with minimal inclusions, allowing it to be cut into faceted gems. Collector-grade pieces may have inclusions or interesting crystal form but are valued for their natural appearance rather than cutting potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Afghan tourmaline rough be used for wire-wrapped jewelry without cutting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Small raw tourmaline crystals with natural terminations are commonly used in wire-wrapped pendants and rings without any lapidary work. Pieces under 3 carats in this lot are well-suited for that purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is tourmaline rough graded — what do VVS, VS, SI, and Included mean for raw crystals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThese clarity grades indicate the level of internal inclusions visible to the eye or under magnification. VVS and VS pieces are largely transparent with few inclusions; SI pieces have visible inclusions but remain partially transparent; Included pieces are heavily fractured or opaque.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkmarketgems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53068644155681,"sku":"TOUR-100","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/Afghan-rough-tourmaline.webp?v=1784808173","url":"https:\/\/www.folkmarketgems.com\/products\/afghan-tourmaline-rough-100ct","provider":"Folkmarketgems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}