Black Tourmaline clustered on matrix #3

This listing is for the Black Tourmaline shown

Locality : Erongo Mountain, Namibia

Size approx : 31g

• Common Localities: Erongo Mountain (Namibia), Brazil, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria, Madagascar, Mozambique, United States (Maine, California), and more.
• Composition: Complex boron silicate mineral with a variety of chemical compositions depending on trace element impurities.

   Black Tourmaline is a member of the tourmaline group of minerals, which are characterized by their complex boron silicate mineral structure and a range of colors that depend on trace element impurities. Black tourmaline is typically opaque to translucent and can have a vitreous to sub-metallic luster. It is often found as long prismatic crystals, but can also occur as massive aggregates or granular forms. Black tourmaline is known for its ability to absorb and deflect negative energies and is commonly used in spiritual and healing practices.

   Black tourmaline crystals from Erongo Mountain, are known for producing high-quality black tourmaline crystals that are often terminated, lustrous, and well-formed. These crystals can range in size from small specimens to very large ones weighing several kilograms and are highly sought after by collectors and spiritual practitioners for their beauty and spiritual properties. The history of tourmaline dates back to ancient times when it was thought to be a magical stone that could protect the wearer from harm. The name "tourmaline" is derived from the Sinhalese word "turmali," which means "mixed colors," as tourmaline crystals can have a wide range of colors depending on their composition. In modern times, black tourmaline is often used for its ability to absorb and deflect negative energies, making it a popular choice for spiritual and healing practices. Erongo Mountain in Namibia is known for producing high-quality black tourmaline crystals that are often terminated, lustrous, and well-formed. Other common localities for black tourmaline include Brazil, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria, and the United States. Overall, black tourmaline crystals are a beautiful and powerful mineral that can be enjoyed for their beauty and spiritual properties.