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We specialize in collector & high end colored gems not commonly found in retail stores. We strive to provide the best possible customer service and value. We stand behind our products and have the expertise of a GIA Graduate Gemologist to serve you.
Donald Hofler GIA GG, AJP

SEE OUR GROWING SELECTION OF SOME OF THE RAREST GEM STONES AND MINERALS ON EARTH IN OUR STORE. WE OFFER WELL OVER 100 DIFFERENT GEMS, MINERAL, SPECIES AND VARIETIES FOR SALE AND AUCTION AND OUR SELECTION IS GROWING. TAKE A PEAK AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE ASK.

Pieces: 1

Shape: Oval Faceted

Type: Paraiba Copper Bearing Tourmaline (Cuprian Elbaite)

Color: Intense Green (This stone has great color intensity for a Paraiba tourmaline) (Please rely on the worded description of the color. Due to the many different devices and various settings of each seldom will one ever see what one will see with the gem in their hand. If you have any questions please ask)

Weight: 4.98 CT

Clarity: VS2+/- (Type II) (PLEASE; If unsure of what clarity means see chart below for a more detailed explanation) This stone does contain tiny needles unique to and important in the stones identification as Mozambique Copper Bearing Tourmaline

Size: 12.08 x 8.31 x 6.88 mm

Luster: Vitreous

Origin: Mozambique, Africa

Treatment: No indications of heating

Hardness: 7.0 - 7.5 on MOHS

Certification: Gemological Institute of America Gem ID report INCLUDED; Report #1156344713. See pictures below

These Stones are from Africa ( Mozambique ) and is an VS2+/- (Type II). Where a new find of Paraiba Copper Bearing tourmaline Cuprian Elbaitehas been discovered. In this deposit have been found many new colors of Cuprian Elbaite including; Pink, Purple, Reds, Lavenders, Yellows (After Heat) Peach and Padparadscha color stones. This is the same stone as was found in Paraiba Brazil (No longer producing material) around 1990 and in Nigeria (But contained more lead) around 2003 also nonproducing of now and thus it has been deceided that they all can be called Paraiba tourmaline. For the purests I do specify this stone is from Mozambique, but, is a copper bearing tourmaline and just as valuable as its Brazilian counterpart. It is still an extremely rare stone as the other 2 mines are depleted of this material. The prices per carat are rising fast already commanding up to $10,000 per carat for clean stones so snap this one up. It is very hard to find clean stones of this size and color. It will make a rare pendant, an outstanding ring or a nice peice to add to the collection. The colors is Green more stunning in very low light than direct light, extremely brilliant and beautiful. It weighs 4.98ct and is an extremely beautiful and even more rare and exspensive stone. The glow and beauty of these stones is difficult to photograph and the stone is actually more beautiful in person. I will offer these while they last as I purchased a large parcel, but like the other 2 deposits will likely not last long so don't wait too long...


VVS 1 & 2

Extra Fine Quality. These gems have microscopic inclusions which are difficult to slightly difficult to see under a loupe with 10x magnification.

VS 1

Very Fine Quality. Small pin-pricks are just visible to the scrutiny of the close naked eye. However, the beauty of the gem is not diminished in anyway.

VS 2

Fine Quality. Small pin-pricks and feathers are just visible to the scrutiny of the close naked eye. However, the overall beauty of the gem is still not diminished.

SI 1

Good Quality. These gems have inclusions, which are fairly easy to see to the close naked eye. However, the overall beauty of the gem is still high.

SI 2

Good to Medium-High Quality. These gems have inclusions which are fairly easy to see under the close naked eye. These inclusions are usually not really visible at an arm's length.

Included

Medium to the lower qualities. Included gems with internal features that range from eye visible to very easily seen to the naked eye.








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