2.83 Ct. Tourmaline from Nigeria

In the rare tradition of gemstones that invite both reverence and possession, this pear shaped orange tourmaline emerges as an emblem of refined taste and success. We present a transparent 2.83 carat specimen, measuring 9.88 by 7.61 by 6.38 millimeters, whose intense hue evokes the warm glow of a late afternoon sun. The fancy cut has been executed with an exacting eye for proportion and rhythm, the clarity is eye clean when evaluated at eye level, and the polish is excellent. Originating from Nigeria and gently enhanced by heat treatment to coax out its fullest color potential, this tourmaline is an objet d art that announces itself without apology. The Natural Gemstone Company offers this gem to collectors and connoisseurs who seek more than adornment, who seek an heirloom quality piece that reflects discernment and accomplishment.

The manner in which this gem has been cut is central to its power, and here the artisan has employed geometry as a language of light. The pear silhouette is inherently flattering, tapering to a precise point that channels light into a controlled display, while the rounded shoulder provides a broad canvas for reflective spectacle. The fancy cut introduces a complex array of facets that work together to maximize internal reflections, to create a living interplay of brilliance and scintillation. Light entering the crown is guided by carefully calculated facet angles to the pavilion, where return pathways are optimized so that much of the light is reflected back to the eye rather than lost as leakage. Facet size and placement have been balanced to yield both broad flashes of luminous color and a lively, rhythmic scintillation that animates movement. The result is a starburst like pattern when viewed face up, a deep glowing heart when viewed above the table, and a kaleidoscope of amber and golden tones as the stone turns. Excellent polish completes this dialogue with light, smoothing each facet junction so that reflections remain crisp and sharp, free from the softening haze that diminishes brilliance. In short, the cut amplifies the inherent refractive and dispersive qualities of tourmaline, transforming color and clarity into a performance of light.

This tourmaline is as practical in a piece of high jewelry as it is spectacular on the display tray, and its dimensions allow for a variety of elegant settings that honor its pear profile. Set tip down in a refined pendant, it will elongate the neckline and become a focal point of quiet authority. Set tip up in an asymmetric ring, it will convey modernity and a confident sense of style. The intense color intensity of the stone means it commands attention in solitary settings, while its eye clean clarity ensures that the gaze is captured by color and flash rather than by any internal distractions. Because the gem has been heat treated and polished to an excellent finish, its surface interacts with light in a way that feels immediate and luxurious under evening lights and sunlit hours alike. Designers will appreciate how the gem returns deep orange and golden tones in soft indoor light, and how it breaks into brighter, more scintillating reflections under stronger illumination. For the wearer, this means a piece that feels alive with movement, a jewel that converses with its environment and asserts presence without extravagant volume.

When you make this tourmaline yours through The Natural Gemstone Company, you acquire more than a beautiful stone. You acquire a provenance, a narrative of craft and stewardship, and a tangible expression of taste. We are meticulous about disclosure, and we note that this gem has been heat treated to enhance its already intense color, a common and accepted practice that reveals the stone at its most arresting. Sourced from Nigeria, known for producing tourmalines of spectacular warmth and depth, this gem carries an origin that is both rare and desirable. Imagine the quiet satisfaction of seeing this pear shaped orange tourmaline set into a bespoke piece, the way its facets seem to catch every passing light and return it richer than before. Ownership becomes an achievement because it signals an eye for rarity, a willingness to invest in beauty that endures, and an appreciation for the subtle alchemy of cut, clarity, and color. Allow The Natural Gemstone Company to guide you to this exceptional stone, and to the moment when you claim it as a reflection of your distinction.