TOURMALINE

Tourmaline is a versatile gemstone known for its remarkable range of colors, making it one of the most diverse minerals in the gem world. It is the birthstone for October and symbolizes emotional healing and balance. Tourmaline exhibits unique electrical properties, being both pyroelectric and piezoelectric, which means it can generate electric charges when heated or pressed. The most sought-after varieties include Paraiba tourmaline, known for its vivid blue-green color, and rubellite, a striking red form. Tourmaline's hardness ranges from 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for various jewelry applications.