Tourmaline is the newer October birthstone. The name Tourmaline comes from an ancient Sinhalese word turmali, meaning “a mixed color precious stone,” or turamali, meaning “something small from the earth.”
One of Tourmaline’s most distinguishing properties is its ability to become electrically charged simply by heating or rubbing it. When charged, one end becomes positive and the other negative, allowing it to attract particles of dust or bits of paper. This property of pyroelectricity (from heat) or piezoelectricity (from pressure or rubbing) was well-known to the Dutch traders of the 1700s who used Tourmaline to pull ash from their Meerschaum pipes, calling the stone Aschentrekker, or “ash puller".
This listing includes one 5 or 7 Strand Necklace per order*
Gemstone: Natural Tourmaline
Color: Multi-Color
Transparency: Translucent - Opaque
Shape: Faceted Roundelle
Stone Size (mm): 4x2-5x3mm
Treatment: None
SKU: 6143230, 6143231
*Special Considerations: Warm, soapy water is the best method for cleaning tourmaline. The use of ultrasonic and steam cleaners is not recommended.
We are wholesalers of only the highest quality natural precious and semi-precious gemstones. We have a full disclosure policy regarding any treatments and durability concerns. Questions about an item? Don't hesitate to send us a note; we respond within the day!
SPECIAL REQUESTS:
Have a special request in mind like drilling, polishing, or re-cutting? Please contact us before placing your order and we will do our best to accommodate any order! Once purchased, your item will be processed and then shipped. We are located in the heart of New York's Diamond District and have access to hundreds of jewelers, lapidaries, and jewelry technicians.
Please note that the quantity listed can be expanded or modified upon request if possible. Feel free to inquire about other sizes and shapes as well!
RESERVATIONS and LAYAWAYS:
If you have your eye on something but are not ready to purchase yet, send us a note and we will put your item on hold for up to one week.
We offer friendly layaway for items over $100! Work out the best layaway plan with one of our shop members (we are always available by conversation), and your order will ship upon receipt of the last payment.
SHIPPING:
We ship within one business day, excluding orders with special requests. Please send us a note prior to purchasing if you require international shipping.
We package and ship discreetly; please add a note if you require a signature upon delivery.
REFUNDS:
If for any reason you wish to return your order, please notify us within 10 days of receipt for a full refund and shipping charge will not refundable and you are liable for return shipping charge.
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