Blue-Green Tourmaline Crystal on Quartz Matrix – Afghanistan

Sourced from the premier mineral deposits of Afghanistan, this 165ct specimen is centered around a substantial Tourmaline crystal. The color is a sophisticated, moody teal—a deep "Indicolite-leaning" blue-green that exhibits wonderful saturation. The crystal features a glassy, vitreous luster and the vertical striations characteristic of the species, which create a shimmering effect as the piece is rotated.

The tourmaline is aesthetically hosted on a rugged Quartz matrix. The bright, white-to-clear quartz provides a stark, clean contrast that allows the dark, gemmy tones of the tourmaline to take center stage. This is a 100% natural, untreated specimen. At 47mm in length, it has a commanding physical presence, making it a perfect "anchor" piece for a cabinet display or a specialized gem-on-matrix collection.