Paraiba-Like Color Tourmaline 2.45 Carats | Cushion Cut | Afghanistan
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Product Overview
Discover the vibrant beauty of this 2.45 Carats Paraiba-Like Color Tourmaline Gemstone, featuring a dazzling neon blue to blue-green hue reminiscent of tropical lagoons. Expertly crafted in a cushion cut, this gemstone is sourced from Afghanistan and remains natural and untreated, preserving its authentic color and value.
Often referred to as Afghan Lagoon Tourmaline, this gemstone offers exceptional visual appeal and serves as an attractive alternative to Paraiba tourmaline.
Product Specifications
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Gemstone: Paraiba-Like Color Tourmaline (Afghan Lagoon Tourmaline)
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Shape / Cut: Cushion Cut
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Weight: 2.45 Carats
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Dimensions: 9.62 × 6.92 × 6.14 mm
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Clarity: SI (Slightly Included)
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Origin: Afghanistan
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Treatment: None (Untreated)
About Afghan Lagoon Tourmaline
Afghan Lagoon Tourmaline is admired for its vivid blue to blue-green coloration, similar in appearance to Paraiba tourmaline but typically without copper content. These gemstones are increasingly appreciated for their beauty, affordability, and ethical sourcing.
Key Features:
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Color: Lagoon blue, teal, turquoise
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Origin: Nuristan Province, northeastern Afghanistan
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Chemical Composition: Elbaite tourmaline
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Color Influence: Iron and manganese trace elements
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Clarity: Generally good, natural inclusions may occur
Why Choose Paraiba-Like Afghan Tourmaline?
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Striking Paraiba-like neon color at a more accessible price
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Natural and untreated gemstone
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Durable gemstone suitable for rings, pendants, and custom jewelry
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Increasingly collectible due to rarity and visual appeal
Branding Benefits – Onestep Gems
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100% Natural & Untreated Gemstones
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Ethically sourced from trusted Afghan mines
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Hand-selected for color, cut, and authenticity
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Trusted gemstone supplier for the USA market
FAQs
1. Is this gemstone a true Paraiba tourmaline?
No, this is a Paraiba-like color tourmaline, also known as Afghan Lagoon Tourmaline, offering similar visual appeal without copper content.
2. Is the gemstone treated?
No, this gemstone is completely natural and untreated.
3. Can this tourmaline be used for jewelry?
Yes, its cushion cut and durability make it ideal for custom fine jewelry.
4. Where is this gemstone sourced from?
This tourmaline is sourced from Afghanistan, particularly regions known for high-quality gemstones.
Shipping
Most of the time we are use FedEx Express for our worldwide shipments. it may take 8 to 10 days to deliver for international shipments. Once you placed an order on our website we will provide you the tracking number of the parcel which you can track it. We also have another option of Global Shipping which is normally taking around a month to deliver the parcel. Another option for international shipments is ThaiPost.
Refund and Returns
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
Customer will pay for returning an item(s).
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at info@onestepgems.com. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address: Office # 05, Nasrullah Building Shah Qabool, Namak Mandi, Peshawar 25000, Pakistan
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at info@onestepgems.com.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exchanges
We do offer exchanging of items, once you return an item and we received it, then we can discuss exchange with another item. Upon agreeing with exchange we can adjust the price for the item we are going to exchange.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 5 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at info@onestepgems.com
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