7.38 Carats Paraiba Like Color Tourmaline Pair with Cushion Shape | Gemstone for Earrings
This exquisite tourmaline pair showcases the coveted Paraiba like coloration that collectors and jewelers prize for its striking vibrancy. Weighing 7.38 Carats combined, these cushion-cut stones display the characteristic electric blue-green hues reminiscent of authentic Paraiba tourmalines, offering exceptional visual impact at a more accessible price point. The matched pair is ideally suited for creating stunning earrings, with each stone's precise cushion faceting maximizing brilliance and color saturation.
Product Information
- Shape: Cushion Cut
- Weight: 7.38 Carats
- Dimensions: 8.72 x 7.59 x 6.95 and 8.71 x 7.60 x 6.65 mm
- Origin: Afghanistan
- Treatment: None (100% Natural)
- Clarity: Loup Clean
Paraiba-Like Tourmaline
“Paraiba-like” describes tourmaline with vivid neon blue-green colors that resemble true Paraíba tourmaline, which is one of the most prized and valuable types of tourmaline due to its brilliant, almost glowing neon hues.
True Paraíba tourmaline gets its spectacular neon color from trace copper and sometimes manganese in its crystal structure, a rarity in nature.
Many tourmalines from places like Afghanistan or other pegmatite regions can show similar electric blue or green tones, and are often marketed as “Paraiba-like” if they mimic the look — even if they don’t contain copper or aren’t true Paraíba stones from Brazil, Mozambique, or Nigeria.
This distinction matters because true Paraíba tourmalines command much higher value in the gem market due to their rarity and unique chemistry.
Cushion Shape (Cut): The cushion cut combines rounded corners with large facets, making it:
✔ Very flattering for bright, saturated colors — it helps the gem show off its tones and brilliance.
✔ Excellent for light reflection and sparkle — especially in vibrant tourmalines.
✔ A classic and versatile choice that suits earrings beautifully.
For a matched pair, cushion shapes are especially useful because they tend to look harmonious and balanced in earrings.
Why Paraiba-Like Colors Are Appealing
Tourmalines with vivid neon blue-green hues are visually striking because they appear to almost glow from within, even under softer lighting — a quality lovers of bright gemstones adore.
Even if labeled “Paraiba-like” (which usually means the color matches the style rather than the chemical signature), such stones are popular in fine fashion jewelry because of:
- Their high saturation and lively tone,
- Their resemblance to much rarer Paraíba tourmalines, and
- Their appeal in modern minimalist and halo earring settings.
Best Uses
This 7.38 ct total Paraiba-like tourmaline cushion pair is especially suitable for:
Stud earrings – Classic and eye-catching, ideal for everyday wear or special occasions.
Halo or cluster earrings – Surrounding diamonds or side stones enhance the neon contrast.
Custom jewelry gifts – A bright, vibrant pair makes a memorable present.
Shipping
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Refund and Returns
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Damages and issues
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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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