A luminous raspberry pink, rare in this intensity.
| Origin | Mozambique |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.45 ct |
| Colour | Vivid pink |
| Quality | Eye-clean |
| Measurements | 9.0 × 7.2 mm |
| Particulars | Oval cut, marked pleochroism |
Tourmaline exists in every colour, sometimes several within the same crystal. The ancients held it as a stone of inspiration and protection; jewellers love it for its vividness and variety.
Where it comes from
The most vivid pinks come from Mozambique, Nigeria and Brazil. Turn it: its colour shifts with the angle, a phenomenon called pleochroism, which makes it come alive on the finger.
What it becomes
As a cocktail ring or a pendant, on rose gold, it makes a joyful, singular piece, far from the usual classics.