Gemstone Feature- Tourmaline (October’s Birthstone)

Tourmaline is considered a secondary birthstone for October, with Opal being the primary birthstone.  Tourmaline is considered the gem of tranquility and is associated with banishing fear and negativity, and protecting against misfortunes. Tourmaline is considered a semi-precious stone.


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Color: Comes in many different color varieties such as dark yellow, brown/black, bluish or brownish black, light blue or greenish blue, rose, green, and colorless.


Source:  Primarily throughout Africa and Brazil, but it is also mined in Sri Lanka, the US, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.


Age:  Tourmaline has been used as a gem for over 2000 years.


Family:  Silicate


Hardness:  7-7.5 on the Mohs scale

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Gemstone Properties/Healing Properties:  

The stone of tranquility, tourmaline is associated with banishing fear and negativity, and protecting against misfortunes. Different varieties have specific attributes in addition to those of tourmaline in general. Health-wise, it’s said to regulate hormone imbalances, soothe nerves, protect against genetic disorders, promote good heart function, and alleviate arthritic pain.


Fun Facts/Stories:  

Sri Lankan tourmalines were first brought to Europe by the Dutch East India Company as there was a great demand for its brightly colored gems during that time.


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