A Complete Guide to Buying Natural Tourmaline Gemstones – Types, Quality & Price Per Carat

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Tourmaline is one of the most vibrant and diverse gemstones available today. Known for its stunning range of colors—from deep reds to electric blues—tourmaline has captured the hearts of gem collectors and jewelry lovers worldwide.

Popular Types of Tourmaline

• Rubellite: A rich, deep red or pink variety often compared to rubies.

• Indicolite: A rare blue to bluish-green shade, named after the indigo color.

• Bi-color Tourmaline: Displays two or more colors in one stone, highly prized for its unique beauty.

• Paraiba Tourmaline: One of the rarest and most valuable tourmalines, famous for its neon blue to green glow caused by copper content.

• Chrome Tourmaline: A vivid green tourmaline colored by chromium, often mistaken for emerald.

• Green Tourmaline: Available in various shades of green, a popular choice for everyday wear.

• Pink Tourmaline: Delicate and feminine pink hues, popular in jewelry for their soft charm.

• Multicolor Tourmaline: Stones showcasing multiple colors, creating unique and mesmerizing patterns.

  
  

Quality Factors

When selecting tourmaline, pay attention to:

• Color: Vivid, saturated colors are most valuable.

• Clarity: Eye-clean stones without visible inclusions fetch higher prices.

• Cut: Well-cut gems enhance color and brilliance.

• Carat Size: Larger stones are rarer and exponentially more valuable.
  

Price Per Carat

Tourmaline prices vary widely depending on type and quality:

• Rubellite: $150 – $800+ per carat

• Indicolite: $100 – $600 per carat

• Bi-color: $80 – $500 per carat

• Paraiba: $5,000 – $50,000+ per carat (due to rarity and vivid neon color)

• Chrome Tourmaline: $300 – $1,200 per carat

• Green Tourmaline: $50 – $400 per carat

• Pink Tourmaline: $80 – $500 per carat

• Multicolor Tourmaline: $100 – $700 per carat
  

Why Buy From AlifGems?

At AlifGems, we offer natural tourmaline gemstones ranging from 0.5 to 200 carats with certification, fine clarity, and vivid colors. We provide wholesale prices, free worldwide shipping, and expert guidance to help you choose the perfect gem. Check out our Tourmaline collection