{"product_id":"indicolite-tourmaline-mineral","title":"Indicolite Tourmaline - Mineral","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Paprok Mine, Kamdesh District, Nuristan, Afghanistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThis stunning \u003cstrong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eIndicolite Tourmaline\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eAfghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases the rare and coveted deep blue hues that define this exceptional variety of tourmaline. Indicolite—derived from the Latin \u003cem data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"360\"\u003eindicum\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"indigo\"—is prized for its vibrant saturation and transparency, ranging from electric sky blue to intense midnight tones. Formed deep within pegmatitic veins, these crystals grow slowly over millions of years under high-pressure, high-temperature conditions, often alongside quartz, lepidolite, and other exotic minerals. Afghan deposits, particularly those in the Nuristan region, are renowned for producing some of the most vivid and gem-quality indicolite specimens in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1344\" class=\"\"\u003eTourmaline belongs to a complex group of borosilicate minerals, with indicolite colored by trace amounts of iron and occasionally copper. This piece may exhibit striated prism faces, natural terminations, or contact points with matrix material, depending on the specimen. Whether raw, polished, or crystalized, indicolite is a rare collector’s mineral that beautifully combines aesthetic appeal with geological intrigue—especially when sourced from Afghanistan’s legendary pegmatite fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1744\" class=\"\"\u003eMetaphysically, Indicolite is considered a stone of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003edeep insight, communication, and inner truth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Often associated with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003ethroat and third eye chakras\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is said to help with emotional clarity, calm expression, and spiritual intuition. Its soothing blue energy is believed to promote peace and reflection, making it a favorite among those seeking both intellectual and emotional balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Na(Li₁.₅Al₁.₅)Al₆(BO₃)₃Si₆O₁₈(OH)₄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChakra\u003c\/b\u003e: Throat and Third Eye\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMini\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece: \u003c\/b\u003e13mm x 2mm x 2mm\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece: \u003c\/b\u003e1ct\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmall\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 14mm x 2.5mm x 2mm\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 1.5ct\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedium\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 14mm 3mm x 2.5mm\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 2.25ct\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 15mm x 4mm x 4mm\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 3ct\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eX-Large\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 17mm x 4mm x 4mm\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 3.5ct\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the \"staff pick option\", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Mini \/ Standard","offer_id":46704810918058,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":46704810950826,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ Standard","offer_id":46704828678314,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":46704828711082,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Standard","offer_id":46704828743850,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":46704828776618,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Standard","offer_id":46704828809386,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":46704828842154,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Standard","offer_id":46704828874922,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":46704828907690,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/BlueTourmaline-1.jpg?v=1746127363","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/hi\/products\/indicolite-tourmaline-mineral","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}