75 carats Indicolite Blue tourmaline Lapidary Rough

Unique Indicolite Blue Tourmaline Crystals for Faceting

Faceting Possibilities: Ideal Shapes for Tourmaline

The clarity and vibrant blue color of these tourmaline stones are making them perfect for faceting into calibrated gemstones. Gemstone cutters can transform these crystals into the following shapes:-

1. Emerald Cut Tourmaline: The tourmaline stones can be faceted into the elongated, rectangular shape of the emerald cut. The long trigonal shapes of the crystals is ideal for transferring the raw tourmaline stones into emerald cut shape loose stones. This shape enhances the rich blue hues of indicolite tourmaline. It’s a the shape that maximizes the stone’s clarity and luster.
2. Square Cut: Square cuts is another suggested cut for raw tourmaline which brings a modern and symmetrical appeal to the final finished form of raw tourmaline gemstones. This shape is also called cushion or princes cut if cut into particular style. This is ideal for creating matching sets of stones for earrings or other jewelry.
3. Octagonal Cut: The octagonal cut, with its beveled edges, can be cut from long shapes of crystals. This shape of loose tourmaline offers a durability. It is a popular choice for enhancing the natural brilliance of tourmaline.
4. Round and Oval Calibrated Cuts: Tourmaline can also be cut into smaller sizes if it is given the shapes such as round, ovals. This is perfect for calibrated round or oval stones ranging from 1mm to 6mm. These sizes are ideal for use in fine jewelry settings such as rings, bracelets, and pendants.

Creative Uses Beyond Faceting

• Raw Stone Jewelry: For jewelry designers who prefer the natural aesthetic, these raw tourmaline crystals can be designed in their raw form. Their unique shapes, color, clarity and natural beauty is making them perfect for creating tourmaline pendants, rings.
• Wire-Wrapping Jewelry: Tourmaline crystals are also excellent for wire-wrapping projects. Their vivid indicolite color and clarity make them desired for wire designs for necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.

Why Choose Indicolite Blue Tourmaline?

• Vibrant Color: The stunning blue hue of indicolite tourmaline adds sophistication to any jewelry
• Versatility: Whether faceted or left in its raw form, tourmaline is a versatile gemstone for various jewelry styles.
• High Clarity: The VVS to eye-clean clarity ensures that each stone looks flawless, whether used in fine jewelry or artisanal designs.
• Natural and Untreated: Sourced from Afghanistan, these tourmaline crystals are untreated, maintaining their natural beauty and value.

Transform this 100-carat parcel of indicolite blue tourmaline stones into stunning faceted loose gemstones or unique raw stone jewelry pieces. Whether you're a professional gem cutter or a jewelry designer, these crystals offer limitless creative potential.