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Black, green, pink, blue or two-toned like a slice of watermelon: tourmaline is the stone of a thousand colors.
It is also one of the most important protection stones, a stone that attracts and protects. Discover its origins and virtues, and the properties of each gemstone.
Color
Black, pink, green, blue and many more
Crystal system
Trigonal
Composition
Aluminum borosilicate, with iron, magnesium or lithium
Etymology
From the Sinhalese turmali, “stone of many colors”
Associated zodiac sign
Price
From $15 per 100 g
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Tourmalines come in every color, and the name says so: it comes from Sinhalese, the language of Sri Lanka, turmali, “stone of many colors.” The dominant color depends on its chemical elements, since tourmaline is a family of borosilicates that can contain iron, magnesium or lithium.
Each hue has its own name: schorl for black, the most common; rubellite for pink and red; verdelite for green; indicolite for blue. Some crystals change color from one end to the other, and “watermelon” tourmaline shows, when sliced, a pink heart ringed with green.
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Tourmaline has an astonishing property: when heated or rubbed, it becomes electrically charged and attracts small particles. It is often linked to the lyngurium described by the Greek philosopher Theophrastus in the 4th century BC, which could attract straw. In the 18th century, Dutch traders called it “aschentrekker,” the ash puller, because it cleaned their pipes. In antiquity, it was also used to fight demonic forces and ward off danger.
It is the birthstone of those born in October, alongside opal.
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This ability to attract makes it, in crystal healing, an ideal stone to draw love, affection and good fortune to you. It stores positive energies to pass them on to you, and protects your home from negative waves.
It helps you channel your emotions and manage stress.
It helps you regain self-confidence and eases self-expression.
It chases away sadness and brings a sense of balance.
It helps you stay focused.
Schorl frees body and mind from harmful energies. It is placed near the front door or a computer, as it is said to keep away the waves of electrical devices. But do not pair it with another gemstone: it would capture its energy, and you would lose effectiveness.
Black to protect and ground yourself; pink or watermelon to attract love and tenderness; green or blue to accompany times when you need focus and expression. As a pendant, a bracelet or a raw piece on a shelf, choose it by what you want to attract.
⚠️ The virtues attributed to stones come from traditions and beliefs. They are not a treatment and do not replace medical advice.
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Looking for other protection stones? Discover onyx and garnet.
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Madison's insights: one last tip
Gemstones have many benefits, but it is best to choose them well. A spiritual advisor will help you find the tourmaline that suits you. The future is mine.
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