Tourmaline (pink and green) medium size - Namibia - 1 pound

Pink and Green Tourmaline with Quartz and CleavelanditeLocality: Old stock (mined in the 1980s) from an area near Outjo, Namibia Color: Pink tourmaline: Ranges from pale pink to deep reddish-pink. Green tourmaline: Comes in various shades of green, from light to dark, often with hints of blue or yellow. Hardness: Tourmaline has a hardness of 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for use in jewelry and other decorative purposes. It's durable but may still be susceptible to scratches and chipping under certain conditions. Clarity: Tourmaline can range from transparent to opaque. It may contain inclusions or impurities, affecting its clarity. Generally, higher clarity tourmalines are more valuable. Luster: Tourmaline typically exhibits a vitreous (glass-like) to resinous luster. This luster enhances the gemstone's attractiveness. Density:  The density of tourmaline varies depending on factors such as composition and structure. It typically ranges from 2.82 to 3.32 g/cm³