Black Schorl Tourmaline on Quartz specimens

Specimen pieces of black Tourmaline on Quartz.

Because these are natural pieces, the amount of Tourmaline inclusions or the amount of Quartz matrix can vary. In some cases, there may be more Tourmaline than Quartz.

The crystals themselves may not always be this distinct, either. It really does depend on both locale and how they formed.

• Grade A pieces are lovely specimens, distinct black Tourmaline crystals on a milky or clearer Quartz matrix.
• Grade B pieces are a little less distinct, but still have a nice contrast and effect to them.
• Grade C pieces are likely to be a little less distinct and probably have a cloudy or iron-stained Quartz matrix.

The pictures you see here are representative of the products and are usually not the exact item you will receive. Where various grades are available we do try to photograph each grade - but some photographs are still on their way!