Watermelon Tourmaline

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 7.0 – 7.5
Specific Gravity 2.9 – 3.4
Refractive Index 1.614 – 1.666
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous
Cleavage None
Fracture Uneven,Irregular,Conchoidal,Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.014
Dispersion 0.017

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Watermelon Tourmaline
Mohs hardness of Watermelon Tourmaline shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Watermelon Tourmaline
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Moderate ($50-500/ct)

Where to Buy Watermelon Tourmaline

About Watermelon Tourmaline

西瓜碧玺是碧玺中最具观赏价值的双色品种之一,因其截面呈现出粉红色内芯和绿色外壳(恰似西瓜的内外两色)而得名。这种多色效应由晶体生长过程中元素组成的变化所致,晶体切片后可清晰展现这种颜色分布,常以薄片状展示或切割成刻面宝石。巴西、阿富汗和尼日利亚是主要产地,深受宝石爱好者珍爱。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 7/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Watermelon Tourmaline?
西瓜碧玺是碧玺中最具观赏价值的双色品种之一,因其截面呈现出粉红色内芯和绿色外壳(恰似西瓜的内外两色)而得名。这种多色效应由晶体生长过程中元素组成的变化所致,晶体切片后可清晰展现这种颜色分布,常以薄片状展示或切割成刻面宝石。巴西、阿富汗和尼日利亚是主要产地,深受宝石爱好者珍爱。
What is the hardness of Watermelon Tourmaline?
Watermelon Tourmaline has a Mohs hardness of 7.0 to 7.5, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Watermelon Tourmaline?
Watermelon Tourmaline is primarily Various.
How much does Watermelon Tourmaline cost?
Watermelon Tourmaline falls into the Moderate ($50-500/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Watermelon Tourmaline?
Watermelon Tourmaline belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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