Carvin Multicolored Tourmaline Cabochon - Height: 1 cm - Width: 2 cm- 8 g - (1)

Tourmaline is a complex boron silicate mineral known for its wide range of colors and crystal forms. The featured Carvin multicolored tourmaline cabochon, measuring roughly 1 cm by 2 cm and weighing 8 grams, showcases the variety that tourmaline can present, often displaying bands or zones of different colors. Tourmalines form in granitic pegmatites and metamorphic rocks, and their unique composition allows for remarkable color diversity, including greens, pinks, blues, and bi-colors. Cabochon cuts, with their smooth rounded surfaces, are popular for tourmaline stones that highlight internal color zoning and inclusions. This specimen is valued both for its aesthetic appeal and its place among the diverse tourmaline family, a favorite among gem collectors and jewelry makers.