Tourmaline belongs to the complex family of aluminum borosilicates and is valued both for its unique aesthetic appeal and powerful metaphysical properties. Its color range – from red, pink, yellow, and brown to black, green, blue, and violet – depends on iron, magnesium, or other metal impurities, determining their intensity and shades.
The name tourmaline comes from the ancient Sinhalese word turmali (or turamali), meaning a mixed-color gemstone or something small from the earth. The most popular type of tourmaline is Schorl – a black or dark blue crystal that was used as early as 1400, and the name originates from the Saxony town near tin mines.
Energetic and Spiritual Properties
Tourmaline attracts love and joy, brings good health, and protects against ill intentions. By wearing this mineral, you will adorn yourself with one of the strongest "Mother Earth's" protections – bad intentions and misfortunes will pass you by. The crystal helps release oppressive thoughts and doubts, bringing positive energy into your life.
By meditating, wearing, or simply placing tourmaline under your pillow, you can cleanse your aura and body. It is believed that drinking water in which this stone has soaked, or bathing in a tub with crystals, helps eliminate heavy metals from the body, while tourmaline normalizes blood pressure and strengthens the immune system.
Technical Information
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Chemical composition: (Ca, K, Na, [])(Al, Fe, Li, Mg, Mn)3(Al, Cr, Fe, V)6(BO3)3(Si, Al, B)6O18(OH, F)4
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Hardness on the Mohs scale: 7 - 7.5
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Country of Origin: Brazil
Discover the energy of tourmaline – this mineral will not only enrich your stone collection but also help create a protective, spiritual, and positive atmosphere in your life.
