Tourmaline

Tourmaline Gemstone is a semi-precious gemstone that comes in a wide range of colors, including pink, red, green, blue, yellow, and black. The most sought-after color is the intense pink or red known as “Rubellite.”

Tourmaline Gemstone

Who should wear a Tourmaline?

According to Indian Astrology, Tourmaline Gemstone is associated with the planet Mercury and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to those born under the sign of Virgo. It is also said to be beneficial for people with a weak Mercury in their birth chart.

Types of Tourmaline

There are several different types of tourmaline, including:

Rubellite Intense pink Gemstone
Rubellite

Intense pink or red color

Paraiba Electric Green Color Gemstone
Paraiba

Electric blue or green color

Watermelon Pink and Green color Gemstone
Watermelon

Pink and green color

Bi Color Gemstone
Bi-Color​

Two distinct colors in same stone

Quality

When checking the quality of a tourmaline gemstone, you should look for a deep, rich color, good clarity, and a well-cut stone. Avoid stones with a pale color or those that are too dark, as well as those with inclusions or visible fractures.

Benefits

Wearing tourmaline is said to have many benefits, including:

FAQs

Tourmaline measures 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. This means that it is fairly hard and scratch resistant. Tourmaline is also crack-free and extremely durable.

The rarest and most expensive tourmaline is the neon blue or green Paraiba variety that is colored with traces of copper.

Due to its dark color and grounding properties, black tourmaline is associated with the root chakra (this is all about grounding and protection).