Slender green tourmaline crystal with a pink cap mounted upright on a black display base

Tourmaline – Pink-Cap Bi-Color Crystal, Afghanistan

$145.00
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Slender green tourmaline crystal with a pink cap mounted upright on a black display base
  • Slender green tourmaline crystal with a pink cap mounted upright on a black display base
  • Green and pink bi-color tourmaline crystal shown beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Front view of the thin green tourmaline crystal transitioning to a pale pink termination
  • Angled side view showing longitudinal striations on the green and pink tourmaline crystal
  • Reverse angled view of the slender green tourmaline crystal and its translucent pink cap
  • Slender green tourmaline crystal with a pink cap mounted upright on a black display base
  • Green and pink bi-color tourmaline crystal shown beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Front view of the thin green tourmaline crystal transitioning to a pale pink termination
  • Angled side view showing longitudinal striations on the green and pink tourmaline crystal
  • Reverse angled view of the slender green tourmaline crystal and its translucent pink cap
Tourmaline – Pink-Cap Bi-Color Crystal, Afghanistan

Tourmaline – Pink-Cap Bi-Color Crystal, Afghanistan

$145.00

About This Specimen

This slender tourmaline crystal displays distinct longitudinal color zoning, progressing from vivid yellow-green through a nearly colorless transition to a soft pink cap. Its elongated prismatic form, visible striations, and transparent to translucent appearance give the small crystal an elegant, architectural presence.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Pink-cap bi-color tourmaline crystal
  • Locality: Afghanistan
  • Form & Structure: Slender, longitudinally striated prismatic single crystal with a faceted termination
  • Color: Yellow-green lower section transitioning through very pale green to a soft pink termination
  • Rarity: Uncommon as an attractive, distinctly zoned bi-color collector crystal; tourmaline as a mineral group is widespread
  • Mohs Hardness: 7–7.5
  • Luster: Vitreous
  • Chemical Formula: XY3Z6(T6O18)(BO3)3V3W (generalized tourmaline-group formula)
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 0.5 × 0.47 × 4.8 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 2.4 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 51.5 g

About Tourmaline

Tourmaline is a chemically diverse group of trigonal borosilicate minerals known for elongated, vertically striated crystals and an exceptional range of colors. Green-to-pink zoning is frequently associated with lithium-rich tourmaline, but determining the precise species requires compositional testing; tourmaline-group minerals have a Mohs hardness of 7–7.5 and a vitreous luster.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, green tourmaline is associated with growth, vitality, and connection with nature, while pink tourmaline symbolizes compassion and emotional warmth. Bi-color crystals are often used in meditation or intention-setting as symbols of balance and transition. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The crystal's unusually slender proportions emphasize its crisp vertical striations and clear green-to-pink transition. Mounted upright for viewing, it makes a refined miniature display with strong color contrast despite its delicate size.

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