{"product_id":"rough-tourmaline-crystals-afghanistan","title":"40 Grams Natural Rough Tourmaline Crystals – Green \u0026 Indicolite, Afghanistan","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNatural Rough Tourmaline Crystals — Green \u0026amp; Indicolite | 40 Grams | Afghanistan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot has a \u003cstrong\u003e40 grams (200 carats)\u003c\/strong\u003e of natural rough tourmaline crystals sourced directly from \u003cstrong\u003eAfghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e. The crystals have a dual-color range of \u003cstrong\u003evivid green and indicolite (blue-green)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with prismatic terminations and visible striations characteristic of naturally formed tourmaline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStone Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 Carats \/ 40 Grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Piece Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Under 1 gram per crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Indicolite (Blue-Green)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to Included (mix — VS, VVS, SI, and Included pieces present)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatments:\u003c\/strong\u003e None — 100% Natural, Earthly Mined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Lot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystals in this lot are small rough pieces suited for \u003cstrong\u003efaceting, lapidary work, or crystal collecting or making raw crystal jewelry\u003c\/strong\u003e. The mix parcel includes pieces with varying degrees of transparency — from near-gem-quality transparent and VVS material to more included specimens. Individual pieces are with the natural prismatic column structure tourmaline is known for, with some displaying color zoning between green and blue-green tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are these tourmaline crystals suitable for faceting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This lot includes facet-grade rough with transparent to Si to VVS clarity pieces. Individual crystal size is under 1 gram, yielding small size tourmaline loose stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between green tourmaline and indicolite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen tourmaline gets its color from iron and chromium, while indicolite is the blue-to-blue-green variety colored primarily by iron. Both are present in this lot and are natural, untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Afghan tourmaline considered high quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfghanistan is a recognized source of fine tourmaline, particularly from the Kunar and Nuristan provinces. Afghan material is known for its color saturation and crystal clarity, making it sought after by lapidaries and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkmarketgems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53044170096929,"sku":"TOUR-2001","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/Tourmaline-crystals_lot-200ct.jpg?v=1784403793","url":"https:\/\/www.folkmarketgems.com\/products\/rough-tourmaline-crystals-afghanistan","provider":"Folkmarketgems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}