Pink Tourmaline Specimen #1

This lovely specimen from Brazil shows a large amount of deep Pink Tourmaline crystals growing together, with some Lepidolite. You will receive the exact crystal shown in the photos. Pink Elbaite Tourmaline is also referred to as Rubellite, and is found in shades varying from deep, almost ruby to pale pinks. Pink Tourmaline is a variety of Elbaite Tourmaline also called Rubellite. It was a favoured gemstone of Chinese Empress Tzu Hsi, who imported the pink gemstones via Tiffany's, from the San Diego mines in California. Over a period of 8 years in the early 1900s, Imperial China imported no less than 120 tons of gem quality pink Tourmaline. When she died in 1908, she was laid to rest on a pillow of Pink Tourmaline. Red and Pink Tourmalines were also one of the gemstones used to designate the highest rank of Chinese Mandarins, along with rubies. Pink Tourmaline Healing Properties include: Boosts feminine energy Helps to release worry and stress Loving and protective stone for children Provides protection during spiritual and shamanic work