Green Tourmaline Necklace
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A green tourmaline necklace can be made of many dazzling shades of green, ranging from green/blue to yellow/green to pure green. Known as verdelite, green tourmaline is one of the most popular gemstones used today in jewelry. With the many styles and designs of necklaces available, green tourmaline makes a wonderful accessory choice for a casual afternoon or for a night on the town.
Green Tourmaline - Natural or Heated
The stones used to create necklaces of green tourmaline can be left natural or they can be heat treated. It is most common for this type of gemstone to be left in its natural state. However, when tourmaline is heated, the process deepens the natural color of the gemstone.
Cutting Tourmaline Stones
Tourmaline stones need to be cut at precise angles in order to create a polished mirror finish with maximum brilliance. Several of the more desired cuts for tourmaline include:
- Cabochon
- Star
- Rectangle
- Round
- Barion Square Cushion
- Barion Oval
- Barion Radiant
- Round Button
- Emerald
- Emerald Princess
- Oval
- Opposed Bar
- Modified Checkered Top
- Brilliant
Regardless of the cut, each green tourmaline has a look that is rich and magnificent.
The Brazilian Emerald - Chrome Tourmaline Necklaces
One of the most elegant types of green tourmaline is known as chrome tourmaline. The color of this stone appears to be a pure forest green. Chrome tourmaline has the brilliant look of an emerald and is often referred to as a "Brazilian Emerald". An exquisite example of a chrome tourmaline necklace combined with diamonds, platinum and 18 karat yellow gold is shown by Jewelry Experts Bijoux Extraordinaire.
Two other beautiful examples of chrome tourmaline necklaces include:
- A dazzling chrome tourmaline and diamond necklace is offered by Fire and Ice at a price of $2,500.
- An elegant and simple single strand chrome tourmaline necklace from E Bead Shop priced at $100 each.
More Necklaces of Green Tourmaline
There are many other wonderful examples of green tourmaline necklaces to provide inspiration for your special purchase. These show the wide range of styles and types of necklace available and how the stone can be shown to its best advantage. Take a look at some of these websites for more examples of tourmaline necklaces:
- Earthly Adornments offers a lovely beaded necklace in many shades of green tourmaline.
- Solid strand faceted green tourmaline necklace featuring many shades of green
- Mixed green and pink tourmaline necklace
- A stunning bi-color green to blue tourmaline necklace pendant
- Gorgeous dark green tourmaline, green amethyst and pink tourmaline necklace
- Stunning green, blue and pink tourmaline with fresh water pearls by designer Gretchen McLaren
- Mineral Miners has a wonderful selection of necklaces of green tourmaline that show the beautiful selection of shades and blends of green.
Green Tourmaline Necklaces for Men
Necklaces of this beautiful stone are not only fashionable for women but also for men. Many men are choosing to wear green tourmaline as it is believed to unlock a man’s full potential in life. Four dark green tourmaline gemstones set into an elegant platfina pierced circle hanging from a black chord would look striking on either a man or a woman.
Where to Find Necklaces of Green Tourmaline
Green tourmaline necklaces are available at jewelry stores, many specialty shops and department stores. There are also many online jewelry stores, auctions sites and antique shops that offer an excellent collection of this beautiful gemstone. The following are examples of places to shop for necklaces of green tourmaline.
- Amazon
- eBay
- Overstock
- TAIS Fine Antiques and Collectibles
- Ruby Lane
- Mineral Miners
- Houston Crafts
- Etsy
- Our Rings - Gillett’s Jewelers
Conclusion
With the striking colors and radiating brilliance of green tourmaline, any necklace that you choose is sure to quickly become one of your favorite fashion accessories.
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