1.12 Ct. Tourmaline from Afghanistan

A rare green tourmaline like this arrives only once in a while, and when it does it becomes the kind of stone that defines an heirloom and the kind of purchase that marks a discerning collector. This one is a transparent 1.12 carat cushion shape green tourmaline, with precise dimensions of 6.01 x 6.01 x 4.69 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to balance fire and color, with a clarity grade of very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, medium color intensity, and an excellent polish. There has been no enhancement to alter its natural beauty, and its origin is Afghanistan, a region known for producing tourmalines with rare and vibrant hues. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this single specimen as a limited opportunity, a gem that is not mass manufactured, but hand chosen for its individuality and the way light breathes through its green heart.

The journey of this gem began far from the polished counters where it now waits, in a remote pocket of mineral rich terrain in Afghanistan where old world routes still deliver treasures to modern hands. Local miners, working with patience and deep knowledge passed through generations, carefully freed the host rock and examined the rough pieces by touch and instinct. This green tourmaline was one of the few that met the quiet, exacting criteria of the miners, a piece that displayed an even saturation and an internal clarity promising beautiful transparency. From the time it left the mine, it was treated as an object of value, packed and transported through a chain of trusted stewards, each one understanding that stones like this do not reoccur often and that every scratch or misstep could erase the very qualities that make it exceptional.

When the rough arrived with our partners, master cutters assessed its crystal orientation and potential, selecting a cushion shape with a mixed brilliant design to capture the lively flashes that define tourmaline brilliance while preserving as much weight and color as possible. The faceting pattern was chosen to maximize the gems natural green, to create a visual depth that changes with every tilt, and to maintain the excellent polish that you see now. During cutting, minute inclusions were carefully evaluated, their placement embraced as part of the gems story, rather than flaws to be eradicated, resulting in a clarity grade of very very slightly included at eye level that delivers transparency and character in equal measure. No heat treatment or other enhancement was applied, ensuring that what you receive is the unaltered essence of the stone, a direct testament to the geology of its Afghan origin and the skill of those who handled it.

As a member of an exclusive group of owners who can wear or set this gem, you gain more than a beautiful object, you gain provenance and a narrative that enriches the gem with meaning. The Natural Gemstone Company carefully manages the transition from artisan hands to your collection, offering bespoke advice on settings that celebrate the cushion shape and mixed brilliant cut, whether in a ring that centers attention on the finger, a pendant that captures sunlight on a walk, or a pair of custom earrings paired with complementary stones. Availability is limited, and we present this tourmaline as a singular chance to claim an Afghan green tourmaline of this specification, in its untouched state, graded for clarity and finished to an excellent polish. If you would like to reserve this stone, discuss custom mounting options, or hear more about the miners and cutters who brought it to market, contact The Natural Gemstone Company and join the select few who will own this rare, natural green tourmaline.