| Tourmaline is a very attractive gem that occurs in nearly every color. Its name is derived from the word toramalli, which means "mixed gems" in Sinhalese, one of the languages spoken in Sri Lanka. In 1554, Spanish conquistador Francisco Spinoza discovered green tourmaline crystals during a Brazilian expedition, which he mistook for emerald. It wasn't until the 1800s that mineralogists finally identified tourmaline as its own species. Fun Fact: Tourmaline is both pyroelectric and piezoelectric, meaning it is a gem that becomes electrically charged when heated or squeezed! Tourmaline is an October birthstone and is the 8th wedding anniversary gemstone. 5.30 ct. Natural Rubellite (with GIA Lab Report) GIA Report # 6352345239 11.52 x 9.78 x 5.97mm This rubellite has excellent color and clarity, resembling a fine quality Thai ruby. Gem Quality Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 0.41 ct. total weight F-G color, VS1 clarity 1.50mm Diameter Platinum split shank setting. Size 6 1/2 Gross weight of 9.9 grams This setting was custom made for this rubellite. It is not a stock setting. GIA Tourmaline Report The ring will be accompanied by its corresponding GIA Lab Report. |
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| Item Details | |
| Metal: | Platinum |
| Gender: | Lady's |
| Ring Size: | 6.5 |
| Style: | Split Shank Cocktail Ring |
| Hallmarks: | None |
| Gross Weight: | 9.9 grams (6.4 dwts) |
| GIA Report Number: | 6352345239 |
| Gemstone Details | |
| Gem Variety: | Rubellite |
| Gem Species: | Tourmaline |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Nature: | Natural |
| Shape: | Cushion |
| Cutting Style: | Crown - Modified Brilliant Cut Pavilion - Step Cut |
| Color: | Purplish Red |
| Tone: | Medium Dark (GIA 6) |
| Saturation: | Strong (GIA 5) |
| Symmetry: | Excellent |
| Brilliancy: | 95% |
| Clarity: | VVS (GIA Type III) |
| Treatments: | Not Detectable |
| Measurements: | 11.52 x 9.78 x 5.97mm |
| Carat Weight: (exact) |
5.30 carats |
| GIA Report #: | 6352345239 |
| Diamond Details | |
| Quantity: | 28 |
| Cut: | Round Brilliant Cut |
| Color: | F-G |
| Clarity: | VS1 |
| Measurements: | 1.50mm Diameter |
| Total Carat Weight: (exact) |
0.41 carat |