These gems come from the original vein of mining in the Batalha mine, and have not been enhanced with heat. A stunning 4.15ct gem sits in the ring, and the pendant carries a 15ct stone. Photo courtesy of Shelly Sargent, Somewhere in the Rainbow Collection.
Blue Tourmaline Faceted in Necklace from Brazil
These paraíba tourmalines come from the original vein in the Batalha mine. They aren't enhanced with heat. A stunning 4.15-ct gem sits in the ring, and the pendant carries a 15-ct stone. Photo courtesy of Shelly Sergent, Somewhere in the Rainbow Collection.
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Credit: Somewhere in the Rainbow Collection
| Gemstone | Tourmaline, Paraíba Tourmaline |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Origin details | the Batalha mine |
| Jewelry type | Ring |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Blue |
| Transparency | Transparent |