1.19 Ct. Tourmaline from Afghanistan

Long before human hands shaped it into a perfect square, this green tourmaline began its life deep within the ancient heart of the earth, beneath the rugged ranges of Afghanistan. Over millions of years, molten rock gave way to slowly cooling pegmatitic veins where mineral rich fluids flowed and pooled, carrying boron, silica, and other crucial elements. Under steady heat and pressure, and with the quiet patience of geological time, delicate crystal structures grew, incorporating trace elements such as iron and chromium that gently tuned the tourmaline to its intense green hue. Layers of crystal formed with subtle internal fingerprints that speak to the gem's long journey, and when modern lapidaries encountered this rough, they recognized an opportunity to reveal the stone's inner fire without altering its natural origin, preserving a story that began long before recorded history.

Presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, this one point nineteen carat princess shape green tourmaline measures six point zero five x five point nine eight x four point five two millimeters, and carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level. The princess cut enhances the gem's geometry, creating a focused pavilion and crisp crown facets that reflect light like a miniature cathedral, while the excellent polish allows every facet to sing. With intense color intensity and no enhancement, this transparent gemstone remains true to its natural state, a rare combination of vivid color and refined clarity. Sized for a striking solitaire ring or a classic pendant, it will sit with timeless poise in traditional settings that honor legacy and continuity. For the collector who values provenance, for the wearer who favors pieces with ancient provenance, this green tourmaline embodies a lineage of earth and craftsmanship, a legacy preserved and offered with care by The Natural Gemstone Company.