5.44 Carats Natural Neon Blue Tourmaline Gemstone with Cushion shape from Afghanistan
Introduction
Discover the captivating allure of this 5.44 Carats neon blue tourmaline, a striking gemstone sourced from Afghanistan's renowned mining regions. Cut in a sophisticated cushion shape, this tourmaline showcases an intense, vivid blue hue that commands attention. The generous carat weight combined with its brilliant saturation makes it an exceptional choice for bespoke jewelry designs or serious collectors.
Key Features
- Weight: 5.44 carats
- Dimensions: 9.71 x 8.71 x 8.15 MM
- Clarity: Slightly Included
- Cut: Cushion Cut
- Origin: Afghanistan
- Treatment: None (untreated)
5.44 Carats Neon Blue Tourmaline (Cushion Cut, Afghanistan)
General Description
- Type: Tourmaline (a complex cyclosilicate mineral) — naturally occurring in a wide range of vivid colors. It’s durable with a Mohs hardness of ~7–7.5, making it suitable for daily-wear jewelry when set properly.
- Color: “Neon blue” typically refers to a bright, electric to lagoon-blue hue that can resemble the sought-after Paraiba style color. Afghan neon blue tourmalines are prized for their luminous tones.
- Origin: Afghanistan — known for producing high-quality blue, bluish-green, and multicolored tourmalines with strong color saturation.
- Cut & Shape: Cushion cut — a classic, soft-cornered square/rectangular shape that enhances color depth and brilliance, especially effective for colored gemstones.
- Treatment: Generally natural and untreated unless otherwise specified on a certificate.
About the 5.44 Carat Weight
Although your exact 5.44 ct stone isn’t listed in the specific commercial results, multiple comparable Afghan cushion-cut tourmalines exist:
- A 5.75 ct cushion-cut Afghan tourmaline (blue/green)
- Examples of neon blue tourmalines in the 4–6 ct range command a wide price range — from a few hundred USD to a few thousand USD, depending on clarity, color intensity, and seller.
So a 5.44 Carats neon blue cushion tourmaline would typically be sought after for jewelry designs (rings, pendants) and gem collections, often priced significantly higher than smaller stones due to color and presence — especially if visually vivid and eye-clean.
Key Qualities Collectors & Buyers Look For
Color & Brilliance
- Neon blue tones — intense saturation and brightness are the most desirable traits.
- Stones with “Paraiba-like” appearance are marketed for their exceptional visual impact (though core chemical analysis matters for true Paraiba designation).
Clarity
- Eye-clean or minimally included stones are more valuable.
- Tourmaline’s internal features can influence light performance and sparkle.
Cut & Shape
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A well-executed cushion cut enhances light return and color depth — great for statement rings or custom pieces.
- Origin
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Afghan gemstones are increasingly recognized for quality and ethical sourcing (if verified), adding to appeal among collectors.
- Usage in Jewelry
- A 5.44 ct cushion-cut neon blue tourmaline makes a striking focal gemstone for:
- Engagement rings
- Statement pendants
- High-end custom jewelry
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Collector pieces
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
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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
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