Neon Blue Tourmaline (Paraiba Type) 6.90 Carats | Cushion Cut | Afghanistan
Product Overview
Experience exceptional rarity with this 6.90 Carats Neon Blue Tourmaline Gemstone, featuring a brilliant cushion cut that intensifies its vivid neon blue glow. Sourced from Afghanistan, this gemstone is natural and untreated, making it a highly desirable choice for collectors and luxury jewelry designs.
Its electric blue to greenish-blue hue and impressive size make this gemstone a true standout, whether set in fine jewelry or kept as a prized loose stone.
Product Specifications
-
Gemstone: Neon Blue Tourmaline (Paraiba Type)
-
Shape / Cut: Cushion Cut
-
Weight: 6.90 Carats
-
Dimensions: 9.99 × 9.89 × 9.09 mm
-
Clarity: SI
-
Origin: Afghanistan
-
Treatment: None (Untreated)
About Neon Blue (Paraiba) Tourmaline
Neon Blue Tourmaline—known in the trade as Paraiba Tourmaline—is one of the most sought-after varieties of tourmaline. Its intense neon color is caused by trace amounts of copper and manganese within the crystal structure, giving it an unmistakable electric glow.
Key Facts:
-
Trade Name: Neon Blue Tourmaline
-
Variety: Paraiba Tourmaline
-
Color Range: Neon blue, turquoise, greenish-blue
-
Color Origin: Copper (Cu²⁺) and manganese (Mn³⁺)
-
Chemical Formula: (Ca,K,Na)(Al,Li,Mg)₃(Al,Cr,Fe,V)₆(BO₃)₃Si₆O₁₈(OH,F)₄
-
Hardness: 7–7.5 (Mohs scale)
-
Refractive Index: ~1.61 – 1.65
-
Birefringence: ~0.014 – 0.020
-
Luster: Vitreous
-
Transparency: Transparent to Translucent
Why Choose This Neon Blue Tourmaline?
-
Rare Paraiba-type neon coloration
-
High carat weight with excellent visual impact
-
Durable gemstone suitable for rings, pendants, and statement jewelry
-
Strong demand among collectors and fine-jewelry designers
Branding Benefits – Onestep Gems
-
100% Natural & Untreated Gemstones
-
Ethically sourced from trusted origins
-
Hand-selected for authenticity and brilliance
-
Trusted gemstone supplier for the USA market
FAQs
1. Is this Neon Blue Tourmaline natural?
Yes, this gemstone is 100% natural and untreated.
2. Is Neon Blue Tourmaline the same as Paraiba Tourmaline?
Neon Blue Tourmaline is a trade name commonly used for Paraiba-type tourmaline known for its copper-bearing neon color.
3. Can this gemstone be used for custom jewelry?
Yes, its cushion cut and durability make it ideal for high-end custom jewelry.
4. Where does this gemstone come from?
This gemstone is sourced from Afghanistan.
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