0.62 Ct. Paraiba Tourmaline from Brazil

This pear shaped 0.62 carat bluish green Paraiba tourmaline from Brazil offered by The Natural Gemstone Company captures attention the moment light touches its facets. Measuring 7.03 by 4.73 by 3.36 millimeters with a mixed brilliant cut and an excellent polish, this gem combines precision cutting and surface finish to maximize return of light and scintillation. What sets this piece apart from many other tourmalines and colored stones in the market is its vivid electric neon color intensity, a rare and highly desirable hue that reads brighter and more luminous than larger stones with weaker saturation. The slight inclusions, graded at eye level as slightly included, are a natural signature of an authentic gemstone and do not detract from the overall visual impact; instead, they confirm the gem’s natural origin and add character that synthetics and heavily altered stones cannot replicate.

When compared to other Paraiba tourmalines and to competing gems such as emeralds and sapphires, this Brazilian Paraiba holds distinct advantages. Brazilian Paraibas are the original source of the copper-bearing tourmaline phenomenon and often display a cleaner, truer neon tone compared with some other localities. Against emeralds, this Paraiba offers brighter, more electric color and a higher degree of brilliance due to the brilliant facets, while retaining greater durability against surface wear because of its hard polish and stable crystal structure. Compared with heat-treated or lab-grown alternatives, the natural color and optical behavior here are inherently complex, produced by trace copper and manganese in natural crystalline arrays rather than by artificial processes. The enhancement of oil or resin treatment used on this stone is a common, widely accepted practice intended to improve clarity and stability, and it has been applied carefully to preserve the gem’s natural beauty and market value.

Value comparisons are essential when choosing a gemstone investment or an heirloom piece, and this paraiba stands out for the combination of rarity, color intensity, and expert cutting. Many stones with higher carat weights may look larger but lack the concentrated chroma that makes a paraiba pop on the hand or in a setting; because this gem displays an electric bluish green at its modest weight, it reads visually larger and more vibrant than many heavier stones with less saturation. The mixed brilliant cut is optimized to yield lively sparkle while preserving the vibrant body color, unlike some step cuts that can mute the neon effect. For buyers seeking long-term value, the provenance from Brazil and the vivid color intensity place this gem in a superior resale and collectible category relative to generic tourmalines, treated emeralds, or lower-grade colored stones.

Beyond metrics and market comparisons, consider how this gem will continue to captivate over the years through everyday wear and in more formal settings. The pear shape is timeless and versatile, flattering in pendants, solitaire rings, and drop earrings, and its teardrop silhouette directs attention while maintaining elegance. The excellent polish ensures that the surface will continue to reflect light sharply, while the mixed brilliant faceting pattern sustains lively internal fire as the wearer moves. The neon azure-green glow produced by copper transmission is not merely surface color; it interacts with light in a way that keeps the stone appearing fresh and animated through decades. With simple care—avoiding harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaning only if recommended after consulting The Natural Gemstone Company, and periodic gentle cleaning with warm soapy water—the oil or resin enhancement will retain its effectiveness and the stone will preserve its luminous presence for generations.

Choosing this Brazilian Paraiba from The Natural Gemstone Company means selecting a gem that outshines many competitors in quality, uniqueness, and lasting appeal. Its vivid electric color, expertly executed mixed brilliant cut, and excellent polish deliver more immediate visual impact than many larger or more heavily included stones. Its slight natural inclusions and the responsible use of oil or resin treatment affirm authenticity and enhance clarity without obscuring the natural chromophore-driven brilliance that collectors prize. For anyone considering a piece that promises immediate wardrobe versatility, long-term value retention, and a naturally radiant character that will continue to captivate through years of wear, this paraiba tourmaline remains an exceptional and superior choice.