2.56 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Tourmaline Pair from Afghanistan

This matched pair of oval green tourmalines presents an exceptional combination of size, transparency, and natural color, making them a compelling choice for collectors and makers of fine jewelry. Individually the stones weigh 1.27 carats and 1.29 carats, with nearly identical dimensions of 8.51 by 6.36 by 4.14 millimeters and 8.47 by 6.42 by 4.17 millimeters respectively, reflecting a high level of precision in cutting and matching. Each stone is fashioned in an oval shape with a mixed brilliant cut, a design that balances scintillation and depth by combining brilliant crown facets with a structured pavilion. Clarity is graded as eye clean at normal viewing distance, meaning there are no inclusions visible to the unaided eye, which contributes to their transparent, lively appearance. Color intensity is described as medium intense, offering a pleasing green saturation that reads as lively and fresh under a variety of light sources, and polish is excellent, providing crisp facet junctions and superior light return. Importantly for discerning buyers, there is no enhancement, the color and clarity are natural, and the documented origin is Afghanistan, a region recognized for producing high quality tourmaline crystals.

From a gemological perspective these tourmalines embody characteristics that experienced buyers evaluate when assessing value and suitability for fine jewelry. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes the stones light performance, producing a pleasing balance of brilliance and depth, while the oval outline offers both classic elegance and versatility for multiple mounting styles. The close match in weight and measurements is significant, because matched pairs are inherently rarer than single stones, especially when they are both eye clean and unenhanced. Tourmaline has a hardness rating in the approximate range of 7.0 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, which makes it well suited for daily wear when properly set and cared for, and the excellent polish further enhances durability by reducing microabrasion sites on the surface. The medium intense green saturation in these stones is particularly attractive to buyers who prefer a natural, lively green that is not overly dark, which maintains faceted sparkle while conveying a refined color presence. Collectors and investors also value the absence of enhancements, because unenhanced material retains provenance authenticity and often commands a premium in the market relative to treated equivalents.

Owning a matched pair such as this offers both aesthetic and practical advantages, and the set is particularly desirable for earrings, cufflinks, or paired accents in bespoke jewelry designs. The matching nature of the pair creates symmetry and harmony when set opposite one another, a quality that elevates the overall design and provides a strong visual statement. The documented Afghan origin adds provenance that appeals to informed buyers who appreciate geographical signatures in color and crystal quality, and The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the sourcing and description of these gems, offering detailed information and secure handling to facilitate confident acquisition. For the jeweler, the consistent dimensions allow for streamlined setting work, and the eye clean grade reduces the need for specialized orientation to conceal inclusions. For the collector, the combination of natural color, no enhancement, excellent polish, and tight matching makes this pair an uncommon find. Proper care will preserve their beauty, including avoiding prolonged exposure to extreme heat and chemicals, storing them separately to prevent surface abrasion, and having settings checked periodically. This pair represents a thoughtful choice for anyone seeking genuine, naturally colored green tourmalines of matched quality, sourced responsibly, and presented with the technical transparency that educated buyers value, a standard we uphold at The Natural Gemstone Company.