Rubellite Tourmaline Facet Quality Rough from Madagascar

The range of colours associated with this gemstone starts from tender dramatic pink to crimson red. However, you can also find the ambivalent violet version of rubellite. The rarity of this gemstone makes it highly expensive in the gemstone market. Plus, the exceptional beauty of this stone is absolutely tough to ignore.

This transparent gemstone is actually from the colourful category of the tourmalines. The name “rubellite” has its origin a Latin word, which is “rubellus”. Well, the meaning of rubellus is reddish

Madagascar rubellite is a highly valued, vivid pink to reddish-purple tourmaline known for its saturated color and clarity, which makes it an excellent choice for jewelry and gemstone collections.

Clarity: Madagascar material is known for having a high clarity compared to other African sources. However, rubellite is a Type III clarity stone, meaning inclusions are common and often add character to the gem rather than detracting from its value, provided they do not affect overall transparency

• Luster: It typically exhibits a vitreous (glassy) luster.

• Jewelry: Its excellent color saturation makes it a popular choice for statement pieces such as rings, earrings, and pendants

• The price of a Madagascar rubellite depends on its color intensity, clarity, cut, and carat weight. Deep, pure red stones without brown overtones are the most valuable and can command high prices among collectors. High-quality rubellite can sometimes rival rubies in price due to its rarity and beauty.

• Hardness: It ranks at 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it durable enough for various types of jewelry, though protection in rings is recommended.