{"product_id":"tourmaline-on-feldspar-specimen-1","title":"Tourmaline on Feldspar and Quartz - Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Errachidia Province, High Atlas Mountains, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThis one of a kind Moroccan specimen shows a well-balanced combination of black tourmaline, quartz, and feldspar, with noticeably more defined crystal separation compared to typical dense clusters. The feldspar appears as blocky, cream-colored crystals with a matte, slightly weathered surface, while the quartz forms translucent to milky grey points throughout the piece. The tourmaline crystals stand out clearly as stout, brown-black prismatic rods, many with clean terminations and a consistent vertical orientation, giving the specimen a more structured, architectural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eThe formation comes from granitic pegmatite systems where slow cooling allows multiple minerals to crystallize together in open pockets. Feldspar typically forms first as large framework crystals, followed by quartz infilling available space, and finally tourmaline crystallizing from boron-rich fluids in the late stages. The Moroccan Atlas pegmatites are well known for producing these multi-mineral associations, often with sharp, well-preserved crystal faces and a natural contrast between light feldspar, clear quartz, and dark tourmaline. The presence of multiple growth phases is visible here in the layering and overgrowth relationships between the minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eMetaphysically, black tourmaline is commonly associated with grounding and protection, often believed to help stabilize energy and create a sense of resilience. When paired with quartz and feldspar, the combination is thought to support clarity and structure, making this type of specimen appealing to those who value both stability and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morocco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48186208813226,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/Tourmaline_Feldspar-Morroco-550-1.jpg?v=1775684957","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/hi\/products\/tourmaline-on-feldspar-specimen-1","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}