Paraiba Tourmaline

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Paraiba Tourmaline

About Paraiba Tourmaline

What colour is Paraiba Tourmaline?

Paraiba Tourmaline comes in shades of electric-neon green and blue.

Where does the name Paraiba Tourmaline derive from?

The name Paraiba Tourmaline derives from the original place of mining i.e. Paraiba State, Brazil.

What is the symbolism of Paraiba Tourmaline?

Paraiba Tourmaline symbolises vitality.

What gemstone family does Paraiba Tourmaline belong to?

Paraiba Tourmaline belongs to the Elbaite family of gemstones.

What anniversary does Paraiba Tourmaline represent?

Paraiba Tourmaline represents the 38th wedding anniversary (Modern).

Is Paraiba Tourmaline a birthstone?

Yes, Paraiba Tourmaline is a birthstone and it represents October.

What is the hardness of Paraiba Tourmaline?

Paraiba Tourmaline is 7.0-7.5 on Moh’s Scale and therefore considered a hard and robust structure.

Where is Paraiba Tourmaline geographically located?

The finest Paraiba Tourmaline comes from Mozambique (Africa).

What is the cleaning procedure for Paraiba Tourmaline?

Paraiba Tourmaline must not be cleaned ultrasonically. Do not clean it in a steam cleaner. Clean carefully using warm soapy water or commercial jewellery cleaner.

What are the value factors of Paraiba Tourmaline?

The value factors of Paraiba Tourmaline are its rarity, intensity of colour, brilliance and the "life" of the stone, as well as size.